Advanced Braking clears key ISO certification hurdle for BRAKEiQ
Advanced Braking Technology (ASX: ABV) has confirmed that its BRAKEiQ technology met the MOSH TRL4 ISO 21815 specification, verified through independent testing at the University of Pretoria.
Announced from Perth on 20 August 2026, the result marks a major step toward CAS Level 9 (CAS9) certification, a process that remains underway rather than complete.
The company describes the outcome as independent third-party validation, positioning the technology for deployment opportunities with standards-conscious mining customers globally.
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What the certification confirms
The result confirms compliance with the international interface standard governing collision avoidance and proximity detection systems used on mining equipment. It validates BRAKEiQ interoperability with third-party proximity detection (PDS) systems engineered to meet the same ISO standard.
This specification forms a critical part of the TRL4-level traffic management programme mandated by the Minerals Council in South Africa.
Importantly, certification is not yet fully complete. The remaining compliance pathway now moves to practical, real-world machine testing of the technology.
Key highlights from the announcement include:
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BRAKEiQ achieved the MOSH TRL4 ISO 21815 specification, a major step toward CAS9 certification.
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Interoperability with third-party PDS systems engineered to the same ISO standard was confirmed.
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Independent third-party validation supports deployment with standards-conscious mining customers globally.
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The milestone follows continued regulatory focus, including from WorkSafe WA, on heavy vehicle, light vehicle and pedestrian interactions.
Why collision avoidance certification matters
On active mine sites, proximity detection systems (PDS) and collision avoidance systems (CAS) are designed to detect and help prevent interactions between heavy vehicles, light vehicles and pedestrians. These technologies aim to reduce the risk of vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-person incidents.
An international interface standard such as ISO 21815 matters because it allows equipment from different vendors to communicate.
For investors, the certification supports deployment opportunities with mining customers globally seeking standards-compliant safety solutions.
| Fact | Investor Impact |
|---|---|
| MOSH TRL4 ISO 21815 met | Independent validation of the technology |
| Interoperability with third-party PDS confirmed | Validates communication between systems |
| Next step: real-world machine testing | Pathway to full CAS9 certification underway |
Regulatory tailwinds strengthen the case
Interactions between heavy mining equipment, light vehicles and pedestrians continue to be reported across Australian mining operations. WorkSafe WA has identified these interactions as a recurring and critical mining safety risk, describing them as a continuing cause of serious injuries and fatalities.
Industry commentary suggests regulators are likely to place growing emphasis on proven, demonstrable risk-reduction technologies rather than compliance-based processes alone.
For investors, independently certified collision avoidance technology is positioned to benefit from this tightening regulatory focus, as standards-compliant solutions are expected to play an increasingly important role in both compliance and operational risk management.
Andrew Booth, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
“This achievement represents an important validation of the BRAKEiQ technology. Independent certification against a recognised international standard strengthens customer confidence and supports the broader adoption of advanced safety systems across the mining industry. As the industry continues to focus on reducing interactions between heavy equipment, light vehicles and personnel, proven and independently validated technologies will become increasingly important in protecting workers and improving site safety.”
Commercial significance and what comes next
The company describes the outcome as an important technical and commercial milestone. It also strengthens the value proposition of ABT’s partnership with RaptorTech Pty Ltd, following the global agreement entered in October 2024 to distribute, market and sell BRAKEiQ.
ABT designs, manufactures and distributes its braking solutions worldwide, with its brakes used across all seven continents. The result reinforces the company’s position in the mine safety technology market.
ABT record H1 FY26 results showed revenue climbing 27% to $11.1 million alongside a 124% surge in net profit before tax, with blue-chip customer wins from Rio Tinto and MMG reinforcing the commercial momentum now underpinned by this certification milestone.
Looking ahead, the compliance pathway now moves to real-world machine testing, which the company expects to progress its position toward full CAS9 certification.
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