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Omnicom Engineering Limited, a subsidiary of Balfour Beatty, is a UK-based company specializing in the development of vehicle-borne software and hardware platforms for asset survey, inspection, and monitoring in the transportation sector. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in York, the company offers innovative solutions such as OmniInspector, which allows clients to monitor infrastructure conditions without site visits, and OmniRTPS, a compact unit for continuous location tracking, even in tunnels. Other products include OmniVision, which generates digital records of infrastructure, and Digital Imaging for Condition Asset Monitoring that mitigates risks associated with manual inspections in hazardous areas. Omnicom Engineering serves notable clients, including Network Rail in the UK and Aurizon, Australia's largest rail freight operator, enhancing infrastructure effectiveness by enabling operators to predict and prevent asset failures through efficient maintenance planning.

Thales Group is a global technology leader operating in the Aerospace, Transportation, Defense, and Security sectors. With a workforce of approximately 65,000 employees and a presence in 56 countries, the company generated revenues of EUR 14.2 billion in 2013. Thales excels in designing and deploying advanced systems and services tailored to meet complex security needs. Its Ground Transportation Systems division specializes in rail signaling, train control systems, telecommunications, and fare collection solutions, promoting sustainable mobility. Additionally, Thales Defense & Security provides a range of defense communications equipment and software, serving various markets including ground, airborne, and naval applications. The company offers solutions such as advanced sonar systems, air traffic management, and electronic warfare technologies, and operates as a U.S. proxy for government projects, supporting strategic defense partnerships. With a strong emphasis on innovation, Thales leverages the expertise of its 25,000 engineers and researchers to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions worldwide.

Perpetuum Ltd. is a company based in Southampton, United Kingdom, that specializes in the engineering, manufacturing, and commercialization of electromagnetic vibration harvesting micro generators. Founded in 2004 as a technology spin-off from the University of Southampton, Perpetuum has developed innovative self-powered wireless sensor solutions designed for condition monitoring in various industries, including rail, oil and gas, chemicals, and power generation. Its flagship products convert mechanical vibration into electrical energy, allowing for the operation of autonomous, maintenance-free wireless sensor nodes that transmit critical data on equipment health and performance. Perpetuum is recognized as the global leader in vibration energy harvesting, continually advancing the practical applications of this technology to enhance operational efficiency and safety in industrial environments.