Becoming the new industry benchmark
Building and delivering high performing hump yard systems formed by more than five decades of engineering heritage.
With 50+ years of engineering heritage, we stand as a trusted worldwide partner for railway operators.
We build at scale, test for extremes, and train every customer’s team to run what’s delivered with confidence. Backed by technical support for as long as the system’s in use.
A global leader in engineering the future of hump yard technology
Huvudkontor
Our systems are installed across Southern Europe and Central Asia, helping rail operators run safer, more efficient yards in both cold and warm climates, with a reported 300-400% productivity gain.
With more than five decades of experience in railway systems, we have become a trusted name in yard safety and efficiency.
From Europe to Asia, our solutions have optimized hundreds of rail yards, improving flow, safety, and operational performance.
Combining global experience with local partners to support installations, commissioning, and lifecycle services around the world.
Proven technology with a simple and robust design that reduces maintenance needs and lowers life-cycle costs over decades of operation.
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How we move rail yards forward, step by step
We’re expanding our global partnerships and continuously advancing safety, operational efficiency, and life-cycle performance for rail yards worldwide. The goal is yards that handle more traffic, with lower risk and cost, year after year.
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The standard we want every yard to reach
DECEL sets the global standard for simple, robust, and efficient wagon speed control. Our vision is that every hump yard, regardless of climate or size, can slow every wagon safely and predictably, without complex systems or extra energy.
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What we deliver to every single yard
DECEL improves rail yard performance through reliable, low-maintenance wagon retarder solutions. Every system we deliver is built to last for decades, protect cargo, wagons and staff, and keep the whole yard moving, shift after shift.
“On a mission to set the global standard for rail yard safety and efficiency.”
ASEA / ABB
As Hägglunds, DECEL pioneered advanced controlled braking technologies, establishing the foundation for safer, more efficient rail yard operations. These innovations set new industry standards and continue to influence DECEL’s solutions worldwide today.
HÄGGLUNDS
Hägglunds advanced the concept further, bringing hydraulic and mechanical expertise that shaped how the system performed in real yards.
Bosch Rexroth
Bosch Rexroth advanced the industrial platform, refining manufacturing processes to support production at scale.
DECEL
Today, DECEL drives the next phase. International growth, system integration, and continued innovation on more than 50 years of engineering.
Trusted leadership behind a global team
Engineering, sales, and technical support — led by the same team from initial brief through lifecycle support.
Niklas Hörnell
CEO
Gullik Westman
Technical Support / Purchasing
Timofey Kunin
Sales Central Asia / Caucasus
Peter Sundberg
Delivery Manager
Working with leading rail organizations
We work alongside leading rail operators, contractors, and engineering organizations. Supporting safety, innovation, and sustainability across the industry.
Part of Swedtrain
Part of Trafikverket
Part of Infranord
Part of NRC Group
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