Intelligent transportation system

5GAA Publishes Comprehensive Guidance for Deployment of C-V2X Day 1 Safety Services

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Monday, October 23, 2023

The document is a valuable reference for "Day One" C-V2X deployment by gathering established requirements and new considerations, and it provides compatible guidance for several Day 1s, ranging from road infrastructure owner-operators seeking early deployment based on waivers, through Day 1 where automakers deploy.

Key Points: 
  • The document is a valuable reference for "Day One" C-V2X deployment by gathering established requirements and new considerations, and it provides compatible guidance for several Day 1s, ranging from road infrastructure owner-operators seeking early deployment based on waivers, through Day 1 where automakers deploy.
  • The primary target audience includes road Infrastructure Owners and Operators (IOOs), who are pivotal in taking up C-V2X technology for transportation safety and efficiency.
  • The 5GAA guidance report focuses on C-V2X direct communications and streamlines this complex field into commonly understood profiles, simplifying deployment timelines, and ensuring effective communication between vehicles and infrastructure.
  • It also offers insights into potential Day Two messages, preparing the V2X community for the next deployment stage.

The 29th ITS World Congress held in Suzhou, China

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

With the theme of "Driving Towards Intelligent Society--Quality Life", the Congress attracts over 8,000 visitors from more than 30 countries and regions. Experts, scholars and professionals held discussions and sharing sessions on eight topics: "sustainability and transformation of transportation", "cooperative autonomous transportation", "intelligent and digital transportation infrastructure", "comprehensive transportation system", "improving services through advanced technologies", "future development of intelligent city and transportation industry", "pricing and management of transportation service needs", and "policies, standards and coordination".

Key Points: 
  • SUZHOU, China, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 29th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS World Congress) is held at Suzhou International Expo Centre in China from October 16 to 20.
  • As the most influential international conference on intelligent transportation, the ITS World Congress is the highest-level and largest platform of displaying advanced transportation technologies and products.
  • Suzhou is the second city in China to hold the Congress, according to the Information Office of Suzhou Municipal People's Government.
  • With the theme of "Driving Towards Intelligent Society--Quality Life", the Congress attracts over 8,000 visitors from more than 30 countries and regions.

The 29th ITS World Congress held in Suzhou, China

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 17, 2023

With the theme of "Driving Towards Intelligent Society--Quality Life", the Congress attracts over 8,000 visitors from more than 30 countries and regions. Experts, scholars and professionals held discussions and sharing sessions on eight topics: "sustainability and transformation of transportation", "cooperative autonomous transportation", "intelligent and digital transportation infrastructure", "comprehensive transportation system", "improving services through advanced technologies", "future development of intelligent city and transportation industry", "pricing and management of transportation service needs", and "policies, standards and coordination".

Key Points: 
  • SUZHOU, China, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 29th World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS World Congress) is held at Suzhou International Expo Centre in China from October 16 to 20.
  • As the most influential international conference on intelligent transportation, the ITS World Congress is the highest-level and largest platform of displaying advanced transportation technologies and products.
  • Suzhou is the second city in China to hold the Congress, according to the Information Office of Suzhou Municipal People's Government.
  • With the theme of "Driving Towards Intelligent Society--Quality Life", the Congress attracts over 8,000 visitors from more than 30 countries and regions.

Rapid Adoption of Fleet Management Systems Boosts Profitability and Driver Safety; Government Regulations and Advanced Technologies Propel Market Growth

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Key drivers behind this expansion include the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), rising concerns about driver safety, and the increasing adoption of fleet management systems to optimize profitability.

Key Points: 
  • Key drivers behind this expansion include the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), rising concerns about driver safety, and the increasing adoption of fleet management systems to optimize profitability.
  • Several trends and drivers are contributing to the growth of the fleet management system market:
    Profitability Maximization: Businesses are increasingly adopting fleet management systems to optimize profitability, fuel management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Government Regulations: Government agencies worldwide are encouraging fleet management system adoption by implementing vehicle maintenance and tracking regulations.
  • Integration of Advanced Technologies: Integration of AI, ML, IoT, and big data analytics into fleet management systems is positively influencing the market.

Electronic Transaction Consultants and Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Launch New Toll Service

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

This is the first of six toll road projects that will adopt ETC's toll collection system in the Greater Austin area.

Key Points: 
  • This is the first of six toll road projects that will adopt ETC's toll collection system in the Greater Austin area.
  • TORONTO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Electronic Transaction Consultants ("ETC"), has launched its new toll collection system with the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority ("CTRMA") on State Highway 71 ("SH 71") in Austin, Texas.
  • The 71 Toll Lane on SH 71 is a major traffic corridor connecting drivers to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the city of Bastrop, and points beyond.
  • ETC has introduced a state-of-the-art toll collection system to enhance the toll experience along a bustling four-mile segment of SH 71.

Guardian Smart Infrastructure Management Announces First Direct Infrastructure Investment

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) (TSX:GCG) (TSX:GCG.A) announced today that Guardian Smart Infrastructure Management (GSIM), its direct private infrastructure investment management subsidiary, has made its initial infrastructure investment.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital Group Limited (Guardian) (TSX:GCG) (TSX:GCG.A) announced today that Guardian Smart Infrastructure Management (GSIM), its direct private infrastructure investment management subsidiary, has made its initial infrastructure investment.
  • Funding for the initial investment and proposed follow-on investments was provided by Guardian and the GSIM management team for a total initial commitment of US$100 million.
  • Guardian CEO George Mavroudis said, “We formed our infrastructure strategy to invest in the growing number of opportunities where digital and traditional infrastructure are converging.
  • “The Q-Free investment is an important first step in our strategy of investment in the Intelligent Transportation Systems market.

Smarter Tech for Safer Roads: AWP Safety to Showcase Intelligent Traffic Control Solutions at The Utility Expo

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Smart work zones increase safety and efficiency for utility construction projects, and AWP is leading the charge when it comes to protecting both workers and drivers.

Key Points: 
  • Smart work zones increase safety and efficiency for utility construction projects, and AWP is leading the charge when it comes to protecting both workers and drivers.
  • According to Mark Ludewig, Vice President of Safety for AWP Safety, "The data clearly shows that traffic technologies help people reach their destinations safely.
  • Utility Expo attendees can visit booth #S5013 to witness the practical application of smart work zone solutions.
  • They also help refine future traffic control strategies by tracking traffic speed and patterns with camera-equipped cones and barrels.

IRD Awarded $13.7 Million Hawaii Traffic Data Collection Contract

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

CTM systems collect traffic volume, speed, vehicle classification, and weight data to support HDOT's continuous traffic monitoring program.

Key Points: 
  • CTM systems collect traffic volume, speed, vehicle classification, and weight data to support HDOT's continuous traffic monitoring program.
  • This agreement involves the operation, data collection, data reporting, maintenance, and repair of all existing HDOT CTM sites, along with additional equipment installation.
  • Traffic data from the CTM systems will be used for traffic planning, noise studies, changes in highway travel patterns, and related factors.
  • Rish Malhotra, IRD's CEO, added, "IRD takes immense pride in our 25-year-long association with HDOT, one that has greatly contributed to the enduring success of their traffic data collection program.

Jacobs to Manage Intelligent Transportation System for Florida's Turnpike

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to operate and maintain Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and manage traffic operations for Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, a division of the Florida Department of Transportation. Jacobs will operate, manage and maintain more than 500 miles of ITS-connected roadway infrastructure across the state. 

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to operate and maintain Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and manage traffic operations for Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, a division of the Florida Department of Transportation.
  • Jacobs will operate, manage and maintain more than 500 miles of ITS-connected roadway infrastructure across the state.
  • With full-time staff in place at turnpike locations, Jacobs will manage traffic operations, perform traffic engineering services, operate and manage ITS infrastructure including maintenance contracts, network and data security.
  • Jacobs also will manage contingency plans and response for emergencies and weather events and work with Florida's Turnpike Enterprise to consider and evaluate advanced data systems to improve safety and mobility on the transportation network.

Electronic Transaction Consultants Goes Live with its Ohio River Bridges Toll Services

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.

Key Points: 
  • ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.
  • TORONTO, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that the transfer of the Louisville-Southern Indiana Ohio River Bridges – RiverLink Project' ("RiverLink") back-office toll operations to the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Electronic Transaction Consultants ("ETC"), is now complete.
  • ETC assumed management of RiverLink's customer service centers and back-office system on September 1, 2023.
  • The RiverLink toll system, operated by the Kentucky-Indiana Joint Board, consists of three bridges that span the Ohio River, connecting Louisville, Kentucky, and Southern Indiana.