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Second pan-Europe hydrogen refuelling infrastructure deployed
June 15, 2016
This week sees the launch of a second pan-European deployment of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure and passenger and commercial fuel cell electric vehicles. The six-year Hydrogen Mobility Europe 2 (H2ME 2) project brings together 37 partners from across Europe and will include the deployment and operation of 1,230 fuel cell vehicles, the addition of 20 extra hydrogen-refuelling stations (HRS) to the European network and will test the ability of electrolyser-HRS to help balance the electrical grid. The p
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Thales launches new generation on-board validator
June 15, 2016
Thales has launched its new generation on-board validator, part of its Transcity range. The compact BV600, which the company says increases the methods of payment available on buses and trams, can be deployed on various modes of transport, buses, trams, taxis and ensures interoperability across all modes of transport for seamless travel. Passengers will be able to either swipe their cellphones or contactless bank cards to travel, or continue to use their traditional travel cards. New formats are also pla
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Siemens enforcement on show at Parkex
June 15, 2016
Siemens is exhibiting its range of enforcement and parking products at Parkex 2016, taking place this week in Coventry, UK. Siemens will display solutions for the automatic detection and enforcement of traffic contraventions from simple parking and bus lane enforcement to more complex moving traffic violations such as banned turns, no entries, going the wrong way in a one way street and illegal U turns. These products are supplied following the acquisition of business partner Zenco Systems in 2015, the U
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French city chooses HIKOB wireless traffic management
June 15, 2016
French wireless technology specialist HIKOB is to supply the city of Troyes, France, with wireless vehicle detection and weather monitoring systems to optimise traffic signal control and road winter service operations, replacing the old in-ground loop detection system. HIKOB says its sensors offer a dual functionality: they can be configured to collect either traffic data or road surface to power both advanced urban traffic management and road weather monitoring. HIKOB wireless sensors for vehicle det
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Clarity needed on future of Severn bridges, says FTA
June 14, 2016
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has called on members of the Welsh Affairs Committee to press the Government for clearer information about the future of the Severn crossings, which return to public ownership in 2018. FTA appeared before the Welsh Affairs Committee in Chepstow alongside FTA member Owens Group to give evidence about the two bridges, which are currently operated by Severn River Crossing PLC. The bridge tolls are amongst the highest in the country and FTA is seeking clarity about t
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Huawei, Vodafone collaborate on smart parking pilots
June 14, 2016
Information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider Huawei and Vodafone Group have successfully completed the first trial on commercial networks for pre-standard Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) smart parking in Spain. The two companies have recently launched the world’s first strategic NB-IoT Open Lab to promote the development of the NB-IoT ecosystem and innovative solutions for the market. Following the smart metering trial in Spain last November, the partners are now rolling out
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New data on what connected cars are tracking, FIA calls for privacy legislation
June 14, 2016
Following investigations by FIA Region I member Club ADAC, the German Automobile Association, results on data tracking and transfer for two connected vehicles, a Mercedes B Class and Renault Zoe, have been reported. In addition to tests previously carried out, the new data suggests that different models and brands of connected cars are consistently tracking the data of drivers to a high degree. The results show that vehicle data is being shared with auto manufacturers every two minutes. The new result
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Evolt wins a place on Scottish EV charging Framework
June 14, 2016
Evolt, the electric vehicle (EV) charge point supplier and part of the Swarco group, has been selected by the Energy Saving Trust (EST) as one of the companies to provide EV charging solutions on a new Scotland-wide framework agreement. The new framework includes the right to tender, be selected, or quote for the installation of rapid, commercial and domestic charging units on the mainland and in the Highlands and Islands. The announcement follows a full tender and is effective immediately to an initial
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US city opts for Trafficware’s traffic management, adaptive signal technology
June 14, 2016
After a competitive bid, the City of Fremont, California, has selected Trafficware’s central traffic management ATMS.now technology and will also add SynchroGreen adaptive signal technology on a 2.2-mile stretch of Fremont Boulevard. The Fremont Boulevard corridor is a major arterial in the city that experiences drastic and highly directional traffic during morning and evening peak periods and more balanced traffic operations during the off peak periods, but also has swings in traffic volume due to near
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ITS Australia starts countdown to ITSWC2016 in Melbourne
June 14, 2016
In just five month’s time, the 23rd ITS World Congress will open in Melbourne, Australia, hosted by ITS Australia on behalf of ITS Asia Pacific, Ertico and ITS America. Susan Harris, CEO of ITS Australia is here in San Jose to promote what promises to be not just an unmissable event, but an important business opportunity for American firms.
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Michigan invites visits to Planet M
June 14, 2016
The Michigan booth here at ITS America 2016 San Jose introduces “Planet M,” a brand showcasing Michigan’s resources, leadership, partnerships and investments that make it the hub of mobility innovations. Visitors to the booth will learn how the state that put the world on wheels is leading the next generation of mobility.
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Antaira’s switch overhaul adds power and performance
June 14, 2016
Antaira Technologies, a leading developer and manufacturer of highquality industrial networking and communication product solutions, is here at ITS America 2016 San Jose to highlight a full spectrum of product lines that feature reliable Ethernet infrastructures, extended temperature tolerance, and rugged enclosure designs. The company is also featuring a recently completed product overhaul on one of the industry’s favourite managed 10-port PoE industrial Ethernet networking switch series - the LMP-1002GSFP
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SmartSensor radar range showcased by Wavetronix
June 14, 2016
Wavetronix comes to ITS America 2016 San Jose to showcase its SmartSensor range of nonintrusive radar detection for freeway management and intersection detection. As the company points out, it provides radar detection products designed specifically for roadway applications. SmartSensors provide dynamic per vehicle detection delivering real-time data that traffic engineers need to keep their roads safe and efficient. Wavetronix says these products make intersection management and arterial management safe, ef
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Siemens shows intelligent solutions
June 14, 2016
Siemens is here at ITS America 2016 San Jose at a time when continuous urbanisation, constantly increasing traffic volumes, and more and more apparent negative environmental changes present challenges to cities and municipalities that call for innovative solutions. “With two-thirds of the world’s population expected to live in cities by 2050, we can’t expect to sustain economic success and a growing population without addressing our infrastructure,” said Marcus Welz, president of Siemens
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Colorado congestion cure from Daktronics
June 14, 2016
Daktronics is here at ITS America 2016 San Jose to highlight an impressive array of dynamic message signs (DMS) and an equally impressive recent deployment. Ski traffic congestion in Colorado had become extremely challenging for Colorado DoT with traffic rushing out to the slopes on Fridays and hurrying home on Sundays. Rather than the time and cost of building a whole new road to keep travellers moving, CDoT brought an economical solution to life: the I-70 Mountain Express Lane.
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