As climate change intensifies, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent – and more disruptive. For infrastructure managers across the UK, flood risk is a growing concern. From blocked drainage systems to landslides and structural failures, rising water levels can pose serious safety and operational challenges.
But what if we could see the risk before disaster strikes?
A groundbreaking project in Denmark is doing just that – and now, thanks to Rennicks’ exclusive partnership with Klimator, the technology behind it is available in the UK.
Watch the full video below to see the water sensor in action.
Smarter Infrastructure Starts with Smarter Data
The Danish railway network is rolling out 1,200 climate sensors designed to monitor water levels and predict potentially dangerous conditions. These lightweight, ultramodern devices detect changes in water levels and instantly transmit data to a central platform. From there, thresholds can be set, alerts triggered, and safety measures deployed – even full track or road closures, if necessary.
The system isn’t just reactive. It’s proactive. With each data point, the network builds a clearer picture of how extreme weather affects its infrastructure – allowing engineers and asset managers to prioritise the most at-risk areas and take action before problems escalate.
A Wake-Up Call from Kibæk
The urgency behind this technology was made clear by the 2022 landslide in Kibæk, Denmark, where heavy rainfall overwhelmed the drainage system and destabilised the tracks. Incidents like this highlight the need for climate-resilient infrastructure – not someday, but now.
Now Available in the UK – Only from Rennicks
Rennicks is proud to be the exclusive UK supplier of Klimator’s cutting-edge water sensor technology. Originally deployed on rail networks, the sensor offers real-time water level monitoring that’s just as valuable for highways, infrastructure projects, and flood-prone areas across the UK.
Whether you’re managing critical transport routes or looking to strengthen your climate resilience strategy, this sensor provides the insight you need to act before problems escalate.
See the Technology First-Hand at the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival
Visit Rennicks’ stand at the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival this July to see the intelligent water sensor first-hand, alongside a range of other innovative technologies designed to build safer, smarter, and more resilient networks.
Image – Rennicks