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Trafficware expands operations in western Canada

US-based transportation technology company Trafficware Group and Canadian traffic safety specialist ATS Traffic have teamed up to deliver Trafficware’s advanced traffic management solutions throughout Western Canada. Under the agreement, ATS Traffic will distribute Trafficware products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. ATS Traffic will represent Trafficware’s Pod magnetometer detection, SynchroGreen Adaptive System, ATMS.now centra
November 2, 2016 Read time: 1 min
US-based transportation technology company 5642 Trafficware Group and Canadian traffic safety specialist ATS Traffic have teamed up to deliver Trafficware’s advanced traffic management solutions throughout Western Canada.  Under the agreement, ATS Traffic will distribute Trafficware products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

ATS Traffic will represent Trafficware’s Pod magnetometer detection, SynchroGreen Adaptive System, ATMS.now central management system that includes more than 20 modules for advanced capabilities, NEMA and 33X series cabinet and all controllers.

Trafficware established Trafficware Canada last year and, according to CEO Jon Newhard, has been seeking a partner to accelerate growth in western Canada. He says ATS was a clear fit, with a track record of success in the region.

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