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Quarterhill Announces the Launch of the E-ZPass® Interoperability Hub

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

In April 2022, ETC entered into an agreement for the implementation and operations of the EZIOP Hub on behalf of the E-ZPass® InterAgency Group ("IAG") members.

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  • In April 2022, ETC entered into an agreement for the implementation and operations of the EZIOP Hub on behalf of the E-ZPass® InterAgency Group ("IAG") members.
  • The EZIOP cloud-based Hub enables a streamlined exchange of transponder, license plate, and transaction data via a centralized interoperability hub between IAG members, third parties, and other Regional Hubs.
  • "Launching the EZIOP Hub is an important step in our goal to advance electronic tolling interoperability throughout North America," said P.J.
  • "The EZIOP Hub leverages ETC's 18 years of interoperability experience, award-winning technology, and a passionate and dedicated team committed to our customers' success.

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.

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  • 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.

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.

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  • 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.

ETC Expands Toll Interoperability Connecting Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) Hub and the South-East Interoperability (SEIOP) Hub

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

ETC played a major role through its contract to develop the Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) hub which facilitates the exchange of transactions between interoperable toll agencies.

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  • ETC played a major role through its contract to develop the Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) hub which facilitates the exchange of transactions between interoperable toll agencies.
  • In early March, four agencies of the CUSIOP hub including North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA), Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (Mobility Authority), Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA), and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), became interoperable with the Southeastern Interoperability (SEIOP) hub.
  • "ETC is proud to be such an integral part of tolling interoperability in the United States," said Kevin Holbert, ETC President.
  • As such, our hub development includes interfaces and the ability for 3rd party payment providers to access this interoperable network.

ETC Expands Toll Interoperability Connecting Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) Hub and the South-East Interoperability (SEIOP) Hub

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 4, 2023

ETC played a major role through its contract to develop the Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) hub which facilitates the exchange of transactions between interoperable toll agencies.

Key Points: 
  • ETC played a major role through its contract to develop the Central United States Interoperability (CUSIOP) hub which facilitates the exchange of transactions between interoperable toll agencies.
  • In early March, four agencies of the CUSIOP hub including North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA), Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (Mobility Authority), Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA), and Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), became interoperable with the Southeastern Interoperability (SEIOP) hub.
  • "ETC is proud to be such an integral part of tolling interoperability in the United States," said Kevin Holbert, ETC President.
  • As such, our hub development includes interfaces and the ability for 3rd party payment providers to access this interoperable network.

Electronic Transaction Consultants Names Shannon Swank as Executive Vice President, Strategic Initiatives

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Monday, December 19, 2022

Richardson, TX, Dec. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The leadership of Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), is pleased to announce Shannon Swank as Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives.

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  • Richardson, TX, Dec. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The leadership of Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), is pleased to announce Shannon Swank as Executive Vice President of Strategic Initiatives.
  • Ms. Swank will provide strategic leadership; advising and structuring connections of opportunities across functional areas and regions of the business.
  • “The addition of Shannon to our team shows our confidence in her to lead ETC through its next phase of transformation.
  • “I am thrilled at the opportunity to join the ETC team and support the acceleration of its innovative and transformative solutions,” said Ms. Swank.

Electronic Transaction Consultants signs contract with Alameda CTC for Electronic Toll System Integration

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Oakland, CA, Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.

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  • Oakland, CA, Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.
  • Alameda CTC is the managing agency for the I-680 Express Lanes on behalf of the I-680 Sunol Smart Carpool Lane Joint Powers Authority.
  • The initial term of the contract is ten (10) years with options for up to four additional years of operations and maintenance.
  • “ETC is excited to be selected as Alameda CTC’s technology provider,” stated ETC’s Chief Executive Officer Kevin Holbert.

Electronic Transaction Consultants signs contract with Alameda CTC for Electronic Toll System Integration

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Monday, December 12, 2022

Oakland, CA, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.

Key Points: 
  • Oakland, CA, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.
  • Alameda CTC is the managing agency for the I-680 Express Lanes on behalf of the I-680 Sunol Smart Carpool Lane Joint Powers Authority.
  • The initial term of the contract is ten (10) years with options for up to four additional years of operations and maintenance.
  • ETC’s riteSuite™ is an updated family of end-to-end tolling and mobility systems, built on mainstream open-source platforms for flexible deployment and futureproofing.

Electronic Transaction Consultants signs contract with Alameda CTC for Electronic Toll System Integration

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

TORONTO, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) announces that the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill company, for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) announces that the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) has signed a contract with Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC), a Quarterhill company, for the implementation and operation of the electronic toll system integration services for the I-680 Express Lanes.
  • Alameda CTC is the managing agency for the I-680 Express Lanes on behalf of the I-680 Sunol Smart Carpool Lane Joint Powers Authority.
  • Over the course of the contract, ETC will deliver a new toll system for the I-680 Express Lanes, implementing ETC's next-generation express lane toll management system to improve mobility and alleviate congestion along the corridor.
  • The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) coordinates countywide transportation planning and delivers essential, voter-supported transportation improvements in every city throughout Alameda County.

International Bridge, Tunnel & Turnpike Association Recognizes Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC) with 2022 Toll Excellence Award for Private Sector

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Washington, D.C., Aug. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The International Bridge, Tunnel & Turnpike Association (IBTTA) has awarded Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC) a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) the 2022 Toll Excellence Award for Private Sector Innovation for ETCs Accounts Receivable Management (ARM) application for the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA).

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  • Washington, D.C., Aug. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The International Bridge, Tunnel & Turnpike Association (IBTTA) has awarded Electronic Transaction Consultants, LLC (ETC) a Quarterhill Inc. company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF) the 2022 Toll Excellence Award for Private Sector Innovation for ETCs Accounts Receivable Management (ARM) application for the Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA).
  • The awards will be presented during IBTTAs 90th Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Austin, Texas on September 19, 2022.
  • ETC previously won IBTTAs 2019 Toll Excellence Award for the successful implementation of the Central U.S. Interoperability Hub.
  • For more information, visit www.quarterhill.com
    The International Bridge, Tunnel & Turnpike Association (IBTTA) is the worldwide association for the owners and operators of toll facilities and the businesses that serve them.