ExcelWraps Selected for European Railway Innovation Award for SmartFleet Digital Platform
UK digital solutions provider selected as regional winner in prestigious ERCI Innovation Awards 2025
ExcelWraps Limited, a leading provider of digital solutions for the rolling stock industry, has been selected as a regional winner in the European Railway Clusters Initiative (ERCI) Innovation Awards 2025 for its SmartFleet Digital Solutions Platform for Rolling Stock Asset Management.
The achievement was announced by Rail Forum, the UK's national railway industry body, in partnership with the Birmingham Rail Innovation Centre (BRIC). ExcelWraps was chosen from 20 competitive entries across the UK region for its innovative approach to digitising railway maintenance and compliance processes.
Transforming Railway Maintenance
SmartFleet represents a fundamental shift from traditional paper-based maintenance processes to comprehensive digital workflows. The cloud-based platform integrates maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) operations, quality auditing, compliance tracking, and smart tool connectivity into a unified system that serves railway operators, maintainers, and rolling stock owners across the UK.
"We're delighted that SmartFleet has been recognised at the European level," said John Doyle, Director of ExcelWraps. "This award validates our commitment to transforming how the railway industry manages its most critical asset – rolling stock. Our platform addresses real operational challenges while enhancing safety and compliance across the sector."
Industry Impact
The SmartFleet platform delivers measurable improvements including:
- Eliminates paperwork - Reduces administration time by 30-45%
- Enhanced compliance – Competency management and audit trail reporting
- Smart tool integration - Direct connectivity eliminates transcription errors
- Real-time visibility - Dashboard analytics enable data-driven decisions
- Scalable solution – Immediate startup with pay-as-you-go pricing
With over 30 ready-to-use solutions covering everything from corrosion management to train cleaning scorecards, SmartFleet addresses the full spectrum of rolling stock lifecycle management.
European Recognition
The ERCI Innovation Awards celebrate groundbreaking technologies that advance railway safety, efficiency, and sustainability across Europe. Regional winners from across the continent will compete for the overall European title, with the final ceremony taking place at EXPO Ferroviaria in Milan on 30 September 2025.
Cat Appleby, Membership & Engagement Director at Rail Forum, commented: "ExcelWraps exemplifies the innovative spirit driving the UK rail sector forward. Their SmartFleet platform demonstrates how digital transformation can deliver tangible operational benefits while maintaining the highest safety standards."
The recognition comes as ExcelWraps continues to expand its presence in the UK rolling stock market, working with major maintenance depots, fleet operators, and rolling stock companies nationwide.
About the Partners
Rail Forum is the UK's national railway industry body, representing the entire rail supply chain from global corporations to SMEs, asset owners to manufacturers, and digital solutions providers to passenger and freight operators.
BRIC (Birmingham Rail Innovation Centre) is part of the University of Birmingham's railway research cluster, fostering innovation and collaboration in railway technology development.
ERCI (European Railway Clusters Initiative) promotes innovation and collaboration across European railway clusters, supporting the development of cutting-edge railway technologies.
About ExcelWraps Limited Founded in 2019, ExcelWraps specialises in developing digital solutions for rolling stock activities with a focus on industry compliance requirements. Based in Leeds, the company offers over 30 ready-to-use applications alongside custom development services, serving railway operators, maintainers, and owners across the UK. For more information, visit www.excelwraps.com.