Winner of the InfraAwards 2025: Flox Edge - AI-based diversion of wild animals

Data That Makes a Difference

Flox Edge acts as a data platform for better decision-making. Every incident is logged locally and shared as anonymised, aggregated data with road authorities, such as the Swedish Transport Administration, and various operations contractors. This makes it possible to identify risk points, plan preventative measures, and monitor results over time. The shared data foundation allows resources to be directed where they make the greatest impact, resulting in fewer accidents and reduced costs.

The Technology Behind It: Smart, Sustainable, and Standalone

The unit is battery-powered, has a 50–60 metre range, and can operate for six months per charge – entirely without a fixed electrical connection. Sensors analyse movement locally (“edge processing”) and activate non-harmful deterrent stimuli upon animal activity.

The system is built for the Nordic climate and can be easily moved to new risk points, serving as a flexible complement to traditional measures like fencing or clearing vegetation.

"Flox Edge shows how shared data and smart technology can strengthen the entire transport system. From preventing accidents in real-time to planning future investments more accurately,” says Sara Nozkova, CEO and Co-founder of Flox AB.

Next Step: From Test to National Benefit

Together with the Swedish Transport Administration, Flox is conducting a demonstration and validation of 20 units in live environments. The purpose is to show how shared data can be used to:

• reduce animal presence at risk points and increase traffic safety
• strengthen operational reliability in transport infrastructure

The goal is an implementation plan for widespread introduction within one year, along with a new, data-driven working method for safe and resource-efficient infrastructure.

The Jury’s Reasoning

"Wildlife deterrents – Flox Edge units combine AI, mobility, and sustainable technology to prevent wildlife accidents and operational disruptions in a gentle way. The solution exhibits a high degree of innovation with real-time detection and has already shown clear effects in field tests. Through a strong collaboration between Trafikverket, Boliden, and Flox, a model for smarter infrastructure with increased safety and tangible societal benefit is created."

Other Finalists

In addition to the winning entry, two other excellent proposals reached the final of this year’s InfraAwards. Innovative proposals that we hope will be realised in the near future.

Finalist: Data Sharing That Makes Level Crossings Safer – Alstom

Alstom has developed a data-driven solution to reduce accidents at level crossings between trains, trams, and road traffic. By using existing information from trains, infrastructure, and control systems, road users can receive real-time warnings via navigation apps and vehicle platforms when a crossing is occupied or closed.

The solution does not require major investments in new infrastructure but uses already existing data to create a safer, more efficient, and resource-effective transport system. In the long term, the technology could also become an important part of the autonomous vehicles of the future, which require reliable real-time information to cross railway tracks.

With this innovation, Alstom shows how intelligent data sharing between rail and road traffic can save lives, reduce delays, and strengthen cooperation in Europe's transport system.

Finalist: Self-Driving Electric Ferries as Virtual Bridges – Cstrider

Cstrider presents a new way to connect cities with self-driving, electric-powered ferries that function as virtual bridges. The system creates on-demand traffic across water that reduces travel times, increases accessibility, and relieves the road network – especially for pedestrians and cyclists.

By utilising waterways as part of the infrastructure, Cstrider offers a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to bridges and tunnels. The ferries are automated, connected to other mobility systems via API, and adjust traffic in real-time according to demand.

The solution contributes to the EU's goals for sustainable and smart mobility through electrification, automation, and energy-efficient operation. Simulations show up to 90% lower energy consumption compared to traditional ferries. The ferries have a fit-for-purpose design where safety and accessibility are prioritised, while also providing a pleasant travel experience with wonderful views.

With its innovative system design, low climate impact, and high user-friendliness, Cstrider opens up new travel patterns across water – a future where cities are united instead of being divided by rivers and straits.

Övriga finalister 

Utöver vinnarbidraget gick även två utmärkta förslag till final i årets InfraAwards. Innovativa förslag som vi hoppas förverkligas inom en snar framtid.   

Finalist: Datadelning som gör plankorsningar säkrare – Alstom 

Alstom har utvecklat en datadriven lösning för att minska olyckor vid plankorsningar mellan tåg, spårvagnar och vägtrafik. Genom att använda befintlig information från tåg, infrastruktur och kontrollsystem kan vägtrafikanter i realtid få varningar via navigationsappar och fordonsplattformar när en korsning är upptagen eller stängd. 

Lösningen kräver inga stora investeringar i ny infrastruktur utan använder redan existerande data för att skapa ett säkrare, mer effektivt och resurseffektivt transportsystem. På sikt kan tekniken även bli en viktig del av framtidens autonoma fordon, som behöver pålitlig realtidsinformation för att korsa järnvägsspår. 

Med denna innovation visar Alstom hur intelligent datadelning mellan järnväg och vägtrafik kan rädda liv, minska förseningar och stärka samarbetet i Europas transportsystem. 

Finalist: Självkörande elfärjor som virtuella broar – Cstrider 

Cstrider presenterar ett nytt sätt att knyta samman städer med självkörande, eldrivna färjor som fungerar som virtuella broar. Systemet skapar behovsstyrd trafik över vatten som minskar restider, ökar tillgänglighet och avlastar vägnätet – särskilt för gående och cyklister. 

Genom att utnyttja vattenvägar som en del av infrastrukturen erbjuder Cstrider ett hållbart och kostnadseffektivt alternativ till broar och tunnlar. Färjorna är automatiserade, kopplas till andra mobilitetssystem via API och anpassar trafiken i realtid efter efterfrågan. 

Lösningen bidrar till EU:s mål om hållbar och smart mobilitet genom elektrifiering, automatisering och energieffektiv drift. Simuleringar visar upp till 90 % lägre energiförbrukning jämfört med traditionella färjor. Färjorna har en ändamålsenlig design där trygghet och tillgänglighet är prioriterad, och samtidigt ge en trevlig reseupplevelse med underbar utsikt. 

Med sin innovativa systemdesign, låga klimatpåverkan och höga användarvänlighet öppnar Cstrider för nya resmönster över vatten – en framtid där städer förenas i stället för att delas av floder och sund.