Acuity advises One Big Circle on its strategic partnership with Loram

One Big Circle, based in Bristol, is an industry-leading provider of AI-powered rail infrastructure monitoring and digital inspection technology. The company is best known for its Automated Intelligent Video Review (AIVR) platform, a computer vision and data analytics solution that enables rail operators and infrastructure owners to capture, analyse and manage large volumes of lineside video and asset data. By applying machine learning, advanced video analytics and cloud-based data management, AIVR helps infrastructure managers to improve inspection efficiency, enable predictive maintenance, and enhance the safety and reliability of critical rail networks.

Loram is a global leader in rail maintenance and inspection services. Through this partnership, Loram will combine its operational expertise and international reach with One Big Circle’s AI-enabled infrastructure monitoring technology, supporting the deployment of AIVR across global rail networks and accelerating the digital transformation of the railway.

Emily Kent, Co-Founder at One Big Circle, said:

“It was great to work with the team at Acuity. They applied their in-depth industry knowledge and experience throughout, and their processes and enthusiasm kept all parties on track and fully informed, leading to a great outcome for us all and an exciting future for OBC.”

Owen Pethica, Director at Acuity Advisors, said:

“This partnership highlights the growing importance of digital technologies in transforming critical infrastructure sectors like rail. AIVR is a game changer for the rail industry, and we’re proud to have supported the OBC team in this milestone. This tie-up underscores Acuity’s continued strength in advising high-growth businesses at the intersection of advanced technology and industrial end markets.”

Richard Baker, Managing Partner at Acuity Advisors, said:

“We’re delighted to have supported One Big Circle on this strategic partnership with Loram. Pairing OBC’s world-class technology platform with Loram’s global reach and expertise means the business is well positioned to expand its reach to railways across the globe.”