Patented Athena ARCD and TrueTemp Monitoring Systems Aid Track Safety in North Texas’ Harsh Climate Conditions

Borger, Texas – September 1, 2026 – OmniTRAX, one of North America’s fastest growing privately held rail management companies, has deployed a new rail safety technology on its Panhandle Northern Railroad (PNR). The newest generation asset monitoring system is the latest addition to OmniTRAX’s proactive infrastructure management protocol. A product from the internationally recognized industrial safety innovator, Athena Industrial Services, Advanced Rail Condition Detector (ARCD) and TrueTemp Link is an industry-leading autonomous dark territory monitoring system that detects train presence, broken rails and track temperatures 24/7.

“The Panhandle’s wide-ranging winter and summer temperatures pose serious environment challenges that require 24/7 attention to maintain operational integrity. Athena’s cutting-edge safety technology provides critical rail monitoring in the Texas Panhandle’s extreme temperatures,” said OmniTRAX President and COO Sergio Sabatini. “Athena continuously evaluates rail conditions, adding a vital element of infrastructure safety to keep Texas supply chains moving.”

PNR’s operations span 30 miles in the Texas Panhandle, providing active freight rail service and Class I rail connections in North Texas. Athena develops advanced railroad safety technologies that help prevent derailments and optimize safety. Their flagship ARCD Technology captures real-time data across freight networks that enhances rail safety.

“We are proud to help industry leaders like OmniTRAX safeguard their vital infrastructure,” said Athena Industrial President Constantine Issakidis. “The Texas PNR presents a unique set of challenges, but our continuous rail evaluation technology is designed to thrive under precisely these conditions. Athena is dedicated to providing our partners round-the-clock visibility and data that protects infrastructure, enhances rail safety, and keeps the supply chains moving forward.”

OmniTRAX operates 35 railroads, serving ports and industrial parks across the country. By combining rail and real estate expertise, OmniTRAX continues to power major industrial hubs spanning from California to Georgia. As the largest private, family-owned short line holding company in North America, OmniTRAX has cultivated a reputation as a trusted growth partner for a diverse clientele of industry leaders and innovators.