European Union Agency for Railways

Mathias Vanden Auweele

Railway data freelancer

MatData

Biography

Innovative railway data freelancer with over 15 years of experience developing user-centered and data-centric IT systems. Starting from business idea and going all the way to a solution in production and even beyond.

MatData specializes in data consulting services for railway companies, focusing on strategic planning, modeling, and architecture. We also handle development, data engineering, and DevOps challenges. Our expertise is rooted in a deep understanding of the railway system, an extensive industry network, and proficiency in standardization techniques like Linked Data. 

We offer courses and workshops to enhance your team's knowledge of railway and data topics. With over 15 years of experience in railway infrastructure data strategy, GIS data science, and the design and development of measurement systems, we have tackled a wide range of data problems. 

MatData actively participates in international initiatives such as railML, Openrail, and ERA ontology, ensuring we stay at the forefront of industry standards and innovations.

This page was created in the context of an event organised by the European Union Agency for Railways. The information was provided at the time of the event and may not reflect the person’s current role or activities. Last updated on 24 April 2025, this content may no longer be fully up to date, and the Agency does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.