Visionstream secures Australian motorways project

Visionstream Australia (Visionstream) is to deliver the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and communications infrastructure for the Westgate Freeway Managed Motorway Project under the National Smart Managed Motorways Program. The US$21.5 million contract includes design and construction of the ITS system and an operations and maintenance component for two years. Under the contract, Visionstream will be undertaking the design, supply, installation and integration of ITS devices including lane use signs, va
February 11, 2013 Read time: 2 mins
7146 Visionstream Australia (Visionstream) is to deliver the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and communications infrastructure for the Westgate Freeway Managed Motorway Project under the National Smart Managed Motorways Program.

The US$21.5 million contract includes design and construction of the ITS system and an operations and maintenance component for two years.  Under the contract, Visionstream will be undertaking the design, supply, installation and integration of ITS devices including lane use signs, variable message signs, traffic data collection stations and CCTV cameras and supporting ICT infrastructure.

Visionstream will also commission and manage the system on behalf of 4728 VicRoads for the duration of the contract, including faults restoration and maintenance.  The project, which will be jointly funded by both the federal and Victorian governments, is scheduled to be completed by mid-2014.

Allan Bradford, General Manager of Visionstream, said “We are pleased to have secured this important project to improve the safety and efficiency of travel on the Westgate Freeway through our Intelligent Transport Systems. Visionstream is pleased to provide the innovative technology, expertise and project management skills to modernise this critical part of Melbourne’s road network.  Securing this project reinforces Visionstream’s position as Australia’s leading intelligent transport system and managed motorways solution provider.”

According to federal infrastructure and transport minister Anthony Albanese, the project will help ensure a faster, safer and less frustrating driving experience for the 160,000 motorists who use the highway on a daily basis.

Victorian minister for roads Terry Mulder has echoed these predictions, noting that the freeway management system will ensure Victoria maintains its reputation as a leader in the use of smart freeway technology.

"The project will upgrade the existing smart technology on the freeway and include installation of lane use signs that advise drivers of which lanes to use, as well as new side-mounted variable speed limit signs allowing for speeds to be adjusted to suit conditions," said Mr Mulder.
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