by Anna Anderson | Jun 22, 2026 | Impact Sentinel, Uncategorized
MétéoSuisse’s 2025/2026 winter review reveals unusually low snow depths and major precipitation deficits across the central and eastern Alps. But the real story for infrastructure operators is bigger than snow — it is about how a changing mountain...
by Craig Walsh | Jun 16, 2026 | Hazard Detection, Impact Sentinel
Following recent rockfall and debris-flow activity on the Axenstrasse in Switzerland, ImpactSentinel™ sensors formed part of the wider monitoring system that detected the event and supported a rapid alarm response. The sensors recognised movement and impact activity...
by Anna Anderson | Apr 13, 2026 | Hazard Detection, Impact Sentinel
Overview Not every hazard requires a high-energy rockfall barrier—but even low-energy fences can face regular stress from smaller events such as debris flows, shallow slides, or minor rock impacts.Monitoring these systems ensures they remain functional and efficient...
by Craig Walsh | Feb 23, 2026 | Impact Sentinel
Rockfalls, landslides, and slope failures are increasing across Europe as climate change accelerates extreme rainfall, freeze–thaw cycles, and weather instability. For railways, mountain roads, hydro installations, and public infrastructure, reliable rockfall...
by Anna Anderson | Nov 25, 2025 | Impact Sentinel
Monitoring Tunnel Wall Stability on the Old Gotthard Line The old Gotthard mountain route remains one of Europe’s most historically significant rail corridors. More than a century after its construction, sections of the alignment continue to operate through narrow...
by Craig Walsh | Nov 10, 2025 | Impact Sentinel
Even small rockfall events can lead to costly downtime, damage, and safety concerns along transport corridors and infrastructure. In areas where protective fences, slopes, or barriers are exposed to frequent minor impacts, continuous real-time monitoring is vital. The...