Insights driven by statistics are optimizing the highways network

    With thousands of kilometers of roads to cover, keeping track of the live situation across the highway network can only be effectively achieved with video surveillance. For traffic authorities, real-time intelligence provided by video surveillance enables a fast, effective response to the now, to achieve a smoother, safer flow of traffic. But for the longer […]

      Reflections on a visit to UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2023

      My colleagues and I recently visited UITP Global Public Transport Summit in Barcelona, the definitive event for the public transport sector globally. As the world’s biggest event dedicated to sustainable mobility, the summit brings together all transport modes, public transport authorities, and operators. This year’s event was the 64th edition of the UITP Global Public […]

        Using people counting technology to improve transport in cities

        One of the benefits of living in a modern city is the access and proximity to resources, work opportunities and entertainment. Efficient transportation plays a key role and in every city, as residents use different modes of transport to get around including walking, cycling, eScooters, cars and buses. Each mode will differ in price, convenience […]

          Reflections on a visit to Intertraffic

          A couple of weeks ago my colleagues and I visited Intertraffic, one of the world’s leading exhibitions for traffic and mobility professionals. With the increasing demand we hear from our customers, not only those specifically engaged in traffic management and mobility, but also those with responsibility for smart city infrastructure, we left the show feeling […]

            Passengers in focus: how video and connected technology are transforming public transport

            When Deutsche Bahn presented its S-Bahn train of the future, it delivered a 22.5 meter prototype vehicle that could be individually adapted to meet the real-time needs of travelers. This included adjustable standing and seating that can be changed to meet capacity requirements, free up extra space for bicycles and scooters, and provide additional wheelchair […]

              Driving toward the future of intelligent traffic with network surveillance technology

              Congested roadways. Bumper-to-bumper traffic. Beeping horns. Rush hour that actually felt like rush hour. About a year ago much of this disappeared—at least temporarily—as the nation went into lockdown and many people worked remotely. While less traffic was refreshing, signs of congestion are starting to reappear. Not to be an alarmist, but the traffic problems […]