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Intertra ic Americas takes place on 17-19 June 2025: big economic opportunities for the tra ic management and mobility sector in the automotive powerhouse of Mexico. www.intertra ic.com/americas
SAFER DUTCH ROADS?
A quartet of companies –Swarco, construction rm Heijmans, on-board unit specialist V-Tron and chipset manufacturer NXP – are proposing a cooperative system which they say will improve safety for road workers in the Netherlands. Using Infrastructure to Vehicle (I2V) communication, it will aim to prevent collisions when drivers ignore the red cross on
a motorway lane indicating that it is closed.
Every day, between 200 and 500 drivers in the Netherlands do this, putting themselves and road workers performing maintenance and attending breakdowns in danger.
Many vehicles in the Netherlands already have the necessary technology on board, with roadside equipment sending warning data to the
vehicle, and intervening in the car’s safety system as a last resort.
“ e partners have proven that this cooperative, connected and automated mobility solution (CCAM) works,” says Swarco Nederland MD Freek van der Valk. “Car drivers can be actively warned of dangerous situations. In extreme cases, the technology even makes the car come
to a complete stop.” e partners are in contact with the Dutch government about the initiative. And it is a real problem: in 2021 alone, there were 40 incidents involving warning trailers and weighted crash absorbers and nearly 6,000 drivers were ned for ignoring red cross lane control signals.
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„ How can we build sustainable road traffi c systems?
In developed countries, around 1/3 of all CO2 emissions can be attributed to the transport sector.
VITRONIC‘s modern and efficient tolling solutions are designed to move the industry towards a more sustainable future.
NETWORK OPTIX PULLS TRAFFIC DATA TOGETHER
Network Optix is showing o a video platform which has the capacity to help departments of transportation collate information from sources including cameras and controllers.
“Our main purpose is making data available to systems that need it – and to people who need it,” explains Network Optix’s Darren Odom.
The core problem being solved is the pulling together of disparate data sources to allow analytics to drive decisions. The company is currently involved in a pilot with Georgia DoT across 31,000 cameras of all types.
“It’s a more proactive approach to tra ic management,” says Odom. “It has to be an IP camera. It’s all open-source. Developers love it because they can add anything to it.”
Installation is straightforward, he adds. “It’s lightweight: the media agent can run at the edge at the cabinet level, or in a server at TMC level, or at network operating centres every few miles.”
The firm works with Lidar manufacturers such as Seyond. “Lidar can be combined with image data to produce a clearer picture,” says Odom. “We don’t work with every Lidar yet but we’re working on that.”
Stand 03.112 www.networkoptix.com
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Connectivity on the menu
Morning briefing: at a breakfast for customers at Intertra ic Amsterdam 2024, Kapsch Tra icCom CEO Georg Kapsch talked to ITS International editor Adam Hill about connectivity and sustainability in the tra ic industry. Tolling and tra ic management remain key focuses worldwide for the company, which is also leveraging AI for real-time data
MARKLED IS A LEADING LIGHT
processing and video analytics, allowing tra ic to flow more smoothly and making roads safer for vulnerable road users, ensuring sustainable mobility for all.
Few places are no-go areas for the wired MarkLED guidance LED light made by Gifas Electric. A MarkLED, about the size of a road stud, can be mounted on tunnel walls or along the edge of a road lane but not in the way of approaching tra ic.
The units are especially useful anywhere that road obstacles exist, particularly during times of poor visibility, such as at night or in fog. It can be placed to let drivers become aware of curves, roundabouts and tra ic islands. There is also available an adapter that raises up the MarkLED slightly more than otherwise from a road surface, making it even more visible to approaching drivers.
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Adaptive Recognition continues to update its longstanding Carmen ANPR software product with new features. e company stresses Carmen’s versatility, with the product available as a software library, plug-and-play application, or cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS).
Complementing the software, Adaptive Recognition also designs and develops associated hardware, in the form of ANPR cameras and other devices tailored for access control, tra c monitoring, industrial
ADAPTIVE’S CARMEN SINGS THE HIGH NOTES
code reading, and law enforcement applications. is, says the company, allows its solution provider clients to source software and hardware components for their projects from a single, trusted vendor.
Recent improvements and new features for Carmen, which has been in service for 33 years, include video SDK. is allows images to be used directly with a video stream, rather than the still images used previously.
Operating Carmen in SaaS mode means
EV PARKING MADE EASY
Parksol is taking the pain out of parking for EV drivers by o ering a smarter solution. The technology guides motorists to a suitable spot equipped with charging facilities and can send a text message to an EV owner should the system not be charging properly.
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that operators can use the system for a monthly fee, dependng on usage.
Increasing the product’s versatility, Carmen can now be used to convert an Android cellphone into an ANPR device. Having captured video on the phone, the image can be sent to the cloud, including not only the licence plate number but the make, model, colour and category of the vehicle captured.
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ANALYSE THIS!
More and more cities have been implementing a 30kph speed limit to improve road safety and reduce pollution. But how do you check whether drivers are behaving accordingly?
Thanks to its extensive experience with IoT technologies, Nabla Quadro has developed SpeedAnalyzer. It is made of two in-ground wireless sensors one behind the other along the centre of each lane. The sensors detect vehicles and combine their information to determine their speed and length. Data are available online with periodic updates.
SpeedAnalyzer is seamlessly integrated with the urban environment and it is barely visible to drivers so as to avoid the bias of slowing down because of the monitoring device. The aim is not the imposition of fines but to investigate and prevent dangerous driving through road design.
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Miklos Horvath of Adaptive Recognition
Kristina ŠaŠilaitė of Parksol
The cities committed to the European Green Deal lead by example. Mitigating climate change, reducing emissions and pollution, and transforming energy and mobility systems are challenging tasks for the cities on their way to become climate neutral by 2050.
SWARCO is ready to lend support when it comes to reshaping urban mobility with ITS technologies. Together, we can make big steps towards reaching the Green Deal goals and improving quality of life for us and future generations.
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Today’s schedule
Today’s Intertra ic Amsterdam 2024 conference and seminar presentations
The Intertra ic conference and seminar knowledge programme at this year’s event is truly breathtaking in its scope and diversity. This three-page feature provides a brief summary of a selection of presentations happening today to enable you to make the most of the many opportunities to discover new trends, best practices, the latest developments and solutions in smart mobility, infrastructure, tra ic management, road safety, parking, and much more.
10:00 – 10:30
Theatre 4
Digital, proactive road safety map and safety applications to achieve Vision Zero Current accident statistics in Germany show an increased accident risk, especially for vulnerable road users (VRU) such as cyclists and pedestrians. To avoid these accidents and achieve “Vision Zero”, it is necessary to identify risks and potential dangers at an early stage. As this session will demonstrate, this is exactly where the digital road safety map comes in. It detects proactively potential dangers in road tra ic by combining existing safety-relevant data with new data sources.
10:00 – 10:30
Theatre 1
How do we reach societal goals in safe and sustainable transport – case studies of environmental zones and active speed bumps
What’s the point of all the data we are collecting? Who is going to use it and how? In a case study from Stockholm, Edeva tells the story of how tra ic related data can become useful when it’s displayed in the right way.
10:00 – 10:30
Theatre 3
Artificial Intelligence & Roads: The opportunity potential for the road sector Today, there is an immense opportunity for organizations across the value chain to embrace analytical AI and gen AI – and to do so at scale. During this session, attendees can expect to learn how AI can drive improvement in road maintenance and management; explore the opportunities that new technologies can bring while demystifying some misconceptions; and understand how to leverage AI to apply best practices to your company.
10:00 – 11:00
Parking Network Symposium
The Urban Air Revolution: eVTOLs and You In this future-oriented keynote presentation, we’ll delve into the dynamic world of electric Vertical Takeo and Landing (eVTOL) aircra , o ering insights into both piloted and unmanned eVTOLs. We’ll unravel where we stand in this remarkable journey of urban air mobility today and when we can anticipate the inaugural AirTaxi taking flight in our cities.
10:00 – 10:30
Theatre 2
Icing on the cake – how can surface markings mutiply the benefits of cycling infrastructures
The goal of this presentation is to familiarize decision makers and mobility professionals with the importance of surface markings, resulting in more e ective cycling infrastructure investments. Realworld examples will draw upon first-hand experience.
10:45 – 11:15
Theatre 4
New to Market – Disruptive sensor technology
Iternz is introducing Tally Family, a groundbreaking advancement in road monitoring technology. These smart, solarpowered sensors are designed to seamlessly integrate into the centre lane of roads. They can gather data from both vehicles and the surrounding environment, subsequently transmitting this information to the cloud.
10:45 – 11:15
Theatre 1
Next generation network adaptive tra ic signal control – insights and performance results
Adaptive control systems aim at improving the performance of tra ic networks by adjusting the signalisation according to the tra ic situation. Yutra ic fusion leverages new multimodal data sources and advances in computational abilities to optimise signal control flexibly for all road users. In this presentation we will give insights into the key features of fusion as well as results from case studies.
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AMSTERDAM DRONE WEEK (ADW)
There’s a bonus opportunity to get up to speed on urban air mobility while visiting Intertra ic! Attendees have complimentary access to this “Future of Urban Air Mobility” stage and showcase area in hall 11.
10:45 – 11:30
Theatre 3
Smart Cities, Real Futures: a digital twin revolutionizing urban planning Hilversum, Netherlands, unveils a worldfirst: a Digital Twin city! This digital replica uses machine learning to analyse data and policies, helping planners make informed decisions on sustainability, traffic, and resident well-being. This adaptable model can be applied globally, offering a blueprint for greener, people-centered cities. By learning from Hilversum, other cities can leverage technology to create livable and sustainable urban spaces.
10:45 – 11:30
Theatre 2
Integrating Bicycle Infrastructure in Strategies to Reduce Car Use
Governments have struggled to fully integrate the bicycle in their policy strategies. To enable this, a closer collaboration between planners, designers, mobility experts and other related disciplines is prerequisite. How can we align urban environments to improvements and extensions of the bicycle infrastructure to optimise overall accessibility and reduce the need for car use?
11:00 – 12:00
Parking Network Symposium
Unraveling Smart Parking Dynamics: Truths Behind IoT Sensors vs. Cameras and Detection Accuracy
Dive into an exploration of the choice between IoT sensors and cameras for vehicle detection in outdoor parking lots. Which one offers the best reliability? Is the key in dual detection? This presentation delves into the essence of reliability in detection, breaking down crucial elements such as precision, error reduction, and remote management. It will demystify the common notion that dual detection is synonymous with the best reliability will be demystified.
11:30 – 12:00
Theatre 4
AI enabled Future Traffic
In this session, Dahua will be focusing on smart traffic solutions to improve the safety and efficiency of road systems, detect traffic violations, monitor and improve traffic flows and provide real-time information to drivers.
11:45 – 12:45
Theatre 2
Towards Net Zero: Paving the Way for a Greener Future
IRF Global explores how to build eco-friendly roads! We’ll discuss road pricing, green policies, and responsible development to achieve net-zero transport. Join the conversation and help shape a sustainable future for our roads.
12:00 – 13:00
Parking Network Symposium
How Digitalization Enhances On-Street Parking Public Policy & Management
Digital parking meters are transforming onstreet parking in cities worldwide. This shift isn’t just about revenue; it’s about creating fairer, greener, and more accessible urban spaces for everyone.
12:15 – 12:45
Theatre 4
Digitalising Temporary Work Zone
Equipment to improve Safety, reduce carbon emissions and journey time
Digital supervision is changing the way temporary work zones are managed and maintained. Through use of smart connected products (creating a digital twin) it is possible to monitor any type of safety critical asset 24/7 and only intervene when necessary. This new approach improves safety (reduced response time compared to routine checking), radically reducing carbon emissions and unnecessary vehicle movements.
12:15 – 12:45
Theatre 1
Towards better and safer mobility with AI based technology
This presentation discusses the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming aspects of modern life, particularly in the field of mobility and traffic management, by offering innovative advancements in accident prevention, traffic enforcement and traffic optimization. It emphasises the importance of Vitronic’s advanced solutions, including powerful processors and sophisticated camera technology, in enabling AI applications.
12:45 – 13:15
Theatre 3
Digitising African Land Borders
An e-government firm, ICE Tech, helped modernise traffic flow at Beitbridge, Africa’s busiest border post. Their system cut average wait times for freight from 72 hours to just three! Learn how the company’s solutions can streamline borders.
13:00 – 13:30
Theatre 2
Enhancing Transport Infrastructure Through Technology: High-Speed Weigh-in-Motion for Sustainability
This presentation will explore the integration of smart technologies, notably the HighSpeed Weigh-in-Motion (HSWIM) system, in a country’s transportation infrastructure. It will emphasise the pivotal role of ITS in addressing congestion, environmental concerns, and efficiency.
13:00 – 13:45
Theatre 1
Multifunction enforcement solution –one asset addressing distracted driving, seatbelt non-compliance, point-to-point speed and spot speed
Acusensus offers a single system to catch multiple dangerous driving behaviours at once. In a world-first trial, Western Australia used it to tackle speeding, phone use, and seatbelt violations. This comes as WA battles a high number of road deaths – 166 in 2021 alone.
13:00 – 13:30
Theatre 4
Highway Debris: The Unexpected Danger Random, unexpected highway debris interrupts the smooth flow of traffic and leads to crashes, injuries, and deaths. Danger mounts as every minute goes by. This presentation will focus on LaneBlade which has quickly changed the way traffic incident management professionals in the US are addressing the dangers of highway debris.
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13:00 – 14:00
Parking Network Symposium
Electric Vehicles: More Revenue and How Charging EVs is a completely new market for parking companies as owners will have their energy needs met while parked. Zletric has been building a nationwide EV charging network in Brazil since 2019 and has led the market there since then. This presentation will examine the important differences about EV charging business according to Brazil´s specific challenges and the market adaptation from European and US experiences.
13:15 – 14:00
Theatre 3
Should I divorce my car? Achieving modal shift through shared and digital mobility hubs
A European project called ShareDiMobiHub is creating shared mobility hubs in cities. These hubs will make it easier and more attractive for people to use bikes, public transport, or shared vehicles instead of their own cars. This will lead to cleaner and more liveable cities. The project will share its findings so other cities can follow suit.
13:45 – 14:30
Theatre 4
How 3D-LiDAR technology is revolutionising the monitoring and enforcement of road traffic offences
Compliance with speed limits, red lights, cycle lanes, stop signs and priority at busy junctions... Keeping road users safe has become an increasingly complex challenge for local authorities. 3D-lidar technology can make a huge impact on road safety so that young and old, on foot, on two or four wheels, can move around freely and safely.
14:00 – 14:30
Theatre 1
Integrating active mobility and data refinement to traffic management platforms
Traffic data is booming! More sources like bike counters and cameras are popping up alongside traditional sensors. Fareco’s Lynx platform tackles this by centralizing all this data for better traffic management and decision-making. It even cleans the data –removing outliers and filling in missing bits – to create reliable statistics. This includes data on cyclists and pedestrians, helping us understand all types of movement in our cities.
14:15 – 14:45
Theatre 3
High-occupancy vehicle counting for carpooling applications – case study Paris ring road Olympic lane
To fight air pollution, road operators are using High Occupancy Vehicle Lanes (HOV) to cut down on cars and emissions. Fareco’s HOVY system uses AI and cameras to automatically count people in cars, making sure only eligible vehicles use HOV lanes. This tech can also be used for toll lanes, park and ride access, and more. We’ll see a case study on how HOVY has been deployed on the Paris Ring Road for the 2024 Olympics.
14:45 – 15:15
Theatre 1
Radar 2.0: introducing the multi-tooled radars of the future
Speeding is deadly, but so are distracted drivers and rulebreakers. Radar alone isn’t enough anymore. Idemia proposes a “radar of tomorrow” – a high-tech system that uses multiple tools like lasers, cameras, and AI to catch a wider range of dangers. This includes speeding, phone use, seatbelt violations, helmet checks, and even identifying vehicles.
15:15 – 15:45
Theatre 4
Triplesign VMS: A Sustainable Revolution in Road Safety
Road accidents are a major global problem. Smart traffic management can help, but traditional LED signs use a lot of energy. Triplesign VMS is a greener alternative, consuming less than 1 watt per hour and lasting over 20 years. It’s wireless, cheap to install, and offers better visibility with 100% traffic sign recognition. This saves money and keeps roads safer, all while being eco-friendly.
15:15 – 16:15
Theatre 2
Generic services for mobility
This panel discussion will explore Mobility Roaming. This takes standardised mobility services such as planning, booking, payment, usage, and troubleshooting – essential components of the mobility ecosystem. But these can be optimised to work cohesively. This session will illustrate a scenario from the mobility industry and draw lessons from both the mobility and banking sectors. This will pave the way for defining the principles of Mobility Roaming.
15:30 – 16:15
Theatre 1
IRF Special session: Digitalization for effective road assets and resources management
This IRF session explores how digital tools are transforming roads. Discover real-world examples of digitalisation improving safety, reducing congestion, and protecting the environment. Learn how digital techniques can revolutionise road management for a more sustainable future. There will be short presentations and audience discussion!
16:15 – 17:00
Theatre 1
Unlocking Data Insights for Smart Mobility: exploring Floating Car Data and Probe Vehicle Data applications
This panel discussion recognises that modern cars, sometimes referred to as ‘data-centres on wheels’ are now capable of gathering and processing vast quantities of data. Based on high-quality data from ADAS sensors, car manufacturers are able to generate risk models that indicate safety critical situations and near-misses in traffic. In this session we will explore the tapped and untapped data possibilities with various service providers and automotive industry.
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Developed by a team with over 30 years’ experience in the road safety industry, the Manta Barrier is the result of a precise design brief and painstaking computer modelling with the aim of developing the only barrier of its type that can be used as was designed, tested and certi ed. An improvement on previous designs, the Manta Barrier stands out since, unlike similar designs, there is no requirement for additional costly and cumbersome steel reinforcing bars.
Manta is a ray of light for MJK
providing reliable protection in various environments. With a length of 1.5 metres, each barrier strikes a balance between coverage and manoeuvrability. ey can accommodate various fence and hoarding heights making them suitable for construction sites and congested urban areas. rough rigorous testing, the Manta Barrier has earned Class A wind tunnel test certi cation, validating its ability to endure adverse weather conditions.
Constructed from hot-dip galvanized steel, the Manta Barrier is built to withstand tough conditions,
e barrier’s resilience against impact forces is also assured through compliance with BS EN ISO 14361(2009) testing. is testing protocol ensures that the
Spain’s Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has chosen Plug&Meta technology from Metalesa for a project testing active road infrastructure.
The project will look at retrofitting or adding connected and smart alert and warning systems on highway safety furniture, including barriers, posts and railings.
The e ect will be to change the road equipment from passive to active where it can send information about near
crashes, poor driving and emergencies back to tra ic controllers. The information can be then used to reroute tra ic as soon as possible to avoid congestion and even more incidents. The system will continuously gather data and statistics of detected risks which will allow authorities to alert approaching drivers to use di erent routes.
Metalesa, in conjunction with the University of Valencia, researched highway exit
barrier can withstand signi cant forces,
barrier can withstand signi cant forces, maintaining its structural integrity and e ectiveness in safeguarding construction sites and roadways.
Furthermore, comprehensive crash testing to T2 W7 levels underscores the barrier’s ability to withstand high-velocity impacts, making it a reliable solution for enhancing safety in various settings.
As MJK Manufacturing expands its presence across Europe, it looks forward to meeting delegates and potential distributor partners here at Intertra c. Stand 09.506
www.mjkmanufacturing.co.uk
METALESA SHOWS ITS METTLE IN SPAIN
incidents and found that barriers can reduce damages and also save lives. But being passive, they cannot alert drivers to risk before such incidents. Plug&Meta technology, using IoT technology, is fully versatile because it can be integrated into new or existing equipment, be it manufactured by Metalesa or not. Some examples are bridge parapets, urban barriers, wall cladding for tunnels, terminals and crash cushions.
Such infrastructure equipped with Plug&Meta technology will continuously identify risks on the road for approaching vehicles, including possible frost, bad visibility, cyclist/ pedestrians/animals on the road, excessive speed and tra ic congestion. A real-time adaptative LED signalling system can make drivers aware of the risk, allowing them to take precautionary actions. Stand 08.263
https://metalesa.com/en
Nicholas Kennedy of MJK Manufacturing
Working on Future-Proof Mobility in the Netherlands
Tomorrow, Friday, April 19, Intertraffic, in collaboration with Connekt, Metropoolregio Amsterdam, Crow, Platform WoW and the Mobiliteitsalliantie, is staging a special Dutch knowledge programme. It is specifically intended for road managers and policymakers in cities. Knowledge institutions, consultancies, suppliers of traffic technology and service providers are also invited to join. Here is a brief outline of the programme which opens with a Plenary with keynotes on the priorities for the coming years, a panel discussion on future-proofing our mobility system and various break-out sessions.
• The NL knowledge programme is conducted entirely in Dutch
09:30 – 10:00
Theatre 1
Plenary Opening and Keynote Speeches: Working on Future-Proof Mobility in the Netherlands
A Welcome by moderator Carlo van de Weijer will be followed by keynote speeches including Working Together for a Sustainable, Safe and Accessible Netherlands by Kees van der Burg (Director General of Mobility, Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management); and Mobility Issues for Cities and Regions by Jeroen Olthof (Deputy for the Province of North Holland)
10:00 – 10:45
Theatre 1
Panel Discussion: How Sustainable is Our Current Mobility System?
This panel discussion addresses a range of questions including how can we tackle the growing congestion problem? How can we minimise traffic disruption during planned large-scale road works? What are the challenges of digitalisation? And what choices do we need to make?
10:50 – 11:30
Theatre 1
Breakout Session: Real-time and Tailored Traveller Information
How can we keep travellers well-informed during roadworks and incidents? The first presentation from Buko is titled: Hyperpersonalisation for an optimal disruption experience: from vision to practice. This will
be followed by Google Maps is Wrong, what now? TripService will present the causes and strategies to improve the accuracy of digital maps during roadworks.
10:50 – 11:30
Theatre 3
Breakout Session: Tackling Road Safety
How can we stop the rise in road deaths?
The City of Amsterdam will cover this in Amsterdam safe and liveable: 30 km/h in the city, 50 km/h the exception. In this session, the municipality will explain its policy and implementation method. This will be followed by What and How of the Riskbased Approach to Road Safety (SPV 2030) presented by Crow.
10:50 – 11:30
Theatre 2
Breakout Session: Smart Infrastructure Management
Data-driven maintenance is transforming the world of infrastructure management. The Rijkswaterstaat will provide insights into Data-driven Asset Management while the City of Amsterdam will address Area Approach Bridges Amsterdam. How metadata helps in the structural assessment of bridges.
11:35 – 12:15
Theatre 1
Breakout Session: Streamlining Digital Infrastructure with Physical Infrastructure Smart Mobility concepts require adaptations to both physical and digital infrastructure. How do you ensure that the situation on the road matches the digital representation? Two presentations will provide the answers. The first, Physical and Digital Infrastructure always up-to-date with ISA-FIT for the digital road manager will be presented by Andes & V-tron and will be followed by Intelligent Public Space Management by the HR Groep.
11:35 – 12:15
Theatre 2
Breakout Session: Striving for a Pleasant and Liveable Public Space
To address climate change, we must strive for a public space that is both climate neutral and circular. This includes the maintenance and construction of roads. How can contractors realise sustainable infrastructure? And where are the opportunities for road managers?
Two presentations will fully examine these issues. The first is Revolution in Construction: Industrially Flexible and Circular Construction for a Sustainable Future by Vialis, followed by Management as a Driver of Innovation, presented by the City of Amsterdam.
11:35 – 12:15
Theatre 3
Breakout Session: Organising Sustainable Urban Mobility
The use of sharing concepts and mobility as a service makes it easier to choose other forms of mobility that are better for the environment. However, this requires a change in traveller behaviour and physical changes and adaptations, such as transport hubs and parking spaces. But how do you organise all this?
You will find the answers in the two presentations in this session. Integrated Approach to Public Transport Hubs of the Future by Goudappel and Accelerating the Mobility Transition with Data & Digitization from Capgemini.
12:20 – 12:45
Theatre 1
Closing Plenary with Keynote Speech: Working Towards Future-Proof Mobility in the Netherlands
Collaborating on Safe, Efficient and Clean Mobility with Innovation and Research Centre Marq in Helmond will be explained by TNO which is working together with the Province of North Brabant and the Municipality of Helmond to roll out Marq, a dynamic and open innovation centre for smart mobility at the Automotive Campus.
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VanJee, a leading global ITS and lidar company headquartered in Beijing, has brought its innovative WLR-733 real-time scanning radar to Intertraffic. This impressive piece of kit is a mechanical lidar with 64 layers, boasting a powerful combination of features.
The WLR-733 boasts a 360o horizontal field of view, an impressive long-distance range of 200 metres (with 10% reflectivity), and pinpoint ±3 cm ranging accuracy. This translates to high-density point cloud data and real-time scanning capabilities, making it an asset for various ITS
systems. According to VanJee, a single WLR-733 unit can cover more than four lanes of traffic, collecting a wealth of data. This includes dynamic traffic flow, dimension measurement, vehicle classification, and even a triggering function.
The WLR-733 goes beyond simple data collection, though.
It can also play a virtual role in creating digital twins and real-time simulations, paving the way for precise traffic enforcement.
VanJee isn’t stopping there. It’s also showcasing the WLR711 lidar, a high-performance mechanical single line option. This unit boasts a rapid scanning frequency of 100 Hz, a 30-metre ranging distance (with 10% reflectivity), ±3cm ranging accuracy, and is IP68 rated – making it tough enough for any environment.
RÖHM’S ROAD MARKINGS GO GREENER
Improved sustainability is a key feature of Röhm’s latest Degaroute proTerra road marking system. The firm says that this product can now be produced featuring the use of recycled methyl metharcylate (RMMA).
According to extensive trials, the use of RMMA does not restrict performance and shows comparable quality and capabilities with established products. A key benefit to the user is that this offers a significantly reduced CO2 footprint. This allows users to meet targets for lower carbon footprints, improved sustainability and environmental protection.
Reducing pollution from increasing traffic volumes is a major concern on a global basis in the road construction sector and Röhm says that it is meeting demand from clients to reduce carbon footprints. The new Degaroute proTerra offers a binder for use in road markings that contains at least 30% RMMA. At
the same time, both visibility and durability are claimed by Röhm for the Degaroute proTerra product.
The innovative Track 2030 Degaroute based road markings are solvent-free, reactive systems. They produce almost no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and do not require external heat input during application. “Due to their longevity, road markings based on Degaroute have always contributed to resource efficiency. Degaroute proTerra significantly increases this efficiency,” according to Jochen Henkels, head of the Methacrylate Resins Business Unit at Röhm.
Degaroute proTerra is said to combine durability with strong visual and acoustic properties and fast processing, as well as offering short curing times.
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The WLR-711 tackles three key tasks: vehicle classification for tolling, traffic data collection (including vehicle counting, speed, and types), and dimension measurement (length, width, and height).
VanJee highlights that this versatile lidar has already seen real-world applications across the globe, from Europe and Mexico to Thailand and Saudi Arabia. Notably, it’s a popular choice for automatic vehicle classification at toll booths, ensuring accurate tolling collection.
Stand 01.251 www.vanjee.net
Ping Wang and Zhao Zhai Left to right: Sven Balk, Ines Göler, Michael Pieroth
Keeping Metropolitan Amsterdam moving
Metropolitan Amsterdam is one of the Netherlands’ fastest growing regions and with this come speci c challenges, not least in tra c management and smart mobility.
Visitors to the stand of Metropoolregio Amsterdam will see rst-hand how this agency connecting public and private organisations with a view to making Metro Amsterdam a more liveable space with smarter, greener and safer mobility. Metropoolregio Amsterdam comprises
30 municipalities, two provinces - North Holland and Flevoland - and the Transport Authority Amsterdam. Around 2.5 million people – more than 14% of the Dutch population – live within the MRA.
e agency works closely with the consultancy Tappan on project such as Road Monitoring that uses vehicle data from Mercedes to identify unsafe situations on the road.
Visitors to the stand can view the model of Zuidasdok, one of the largest
infrastructure projects in Netherlands and see how the A10 South is being put underground.
Take a virtual tour of the Amsterdam Zuid station which is being completely renovated. Inspect the latest interactive service Ask&Go for travel and route recommendations and see the new public transport travelling times dashboard.
Stand 02.200
www.metropoolregioamsterdam.nl www.tappan.nl
ACB-WJ coatings on track for road marking success
ACB-WJ, a major manufacturer and supplier of road and surface coatings, is showcasing its range of thermoplastics, floor paints, cold plastics and road marking paints.
The thermoplastic materials are designed for superior durability, retro-reflection and skid resistance, explains ACB-WJ,
a joint venture between leading Belgium paint producer ACB and the UK’s road markings group WJ. The products come as pre-formed or bagged powder, o ering versatility and ease of application.
ACB-WJ provides both water-based and solvent-based road marking paints. These are formulated to meet specific
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regional specifications and climates, o ering excellent value, high-grade whiteness as well as ease of application.
Also suitable for various highway applications, including road markings, high friction and coloured surfacing, are the company’s floor paints produced for a variety of settings, from
heavy-duty industrial floors to showroom coatings. They can be manufactured in any RAL colour to match specific needs. The cold plastic range, ideal for high tra ic areas, o ers unmatched durability and enhanced skid resistance.
Stand 07.106 https://acb-wj.com
THE TIMOS COME FOR BITSENSING
Timos is a one-stop ‘radar-plus-camera fusion’ sensor that delivers the most accurate tra c monitoring data without the need for any external PCs.
e beauty of Timos – Tra c Insight Monitoring Camera – is that it covers all the bases when it comes to tra c monitoring, explains Yechan Kang, business development manager with the Korean manufacturer Bitsensing. If the camera doesn’t sense it, then the radar will.
Together the two processes amass a huge but extremely manageable amount of tra c movement data. e small black sensor and camera box is mounted over a roadway that can be up to 16 lanes wide. is means a sensor can gather data on eight lanes in one direction and another eight in the opposite direction.
e range of vehicle movement is around 200m and data is collected around 20 times a second. Unlike traditional loop, camera and lidar sensors, Timos provides a consistent level of accuracy regardless of poor weather/lighting conditions.
According to Korea’s department of transport, the data has a 98% accuracy rate.
Timos can simultaneously detect up to
the data into various classi cations, such as eight vehicle types – buses, light trucks, passenger cars – travelling at up to 320kph. Data can be isolated into types such as tra c volume or ow by lane, queue
and lane changing. Importantly, the data is processed internally, so there is no need for any PC and downloads. Stand 05.355D www.bitsensing.com
Yechan Kang of Bitsensing
Lois Martin of Iternz and the Tally sensor
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NEW YUNEX CEO TARGETS GROWTH
New Yunex Tra c CEO Jon Newhard suggests that the German company has three main attributes. e rst is product suite, with platforms such as Yutra c Symphony allowing intersection and tra c ow management. e second is customers and the third is domain expertise.
“My remit is pro table growth,” he explains. “I think that if you start with the customer and work backwards, you’re not going to mess things up.” e company has built strong relationships with city transportation authorities, such as Transport for London: “We do a lot of customer-led development. Listening well is an important work skill.” As a result, Newhard says he will be “listening, asking good questions, trying to understand”.
He adds: “We have the domain expertise here and we know how to apply it. ere is a level of trust. We understand context: how do customers think about their environment? How do they think about procurement and new technologies?”
Since being spun out of Siemens several years ago, Yunex has bought Aimsun and VMZ. As well as being an ITS veteran, Newhard has experience of the private equity sector and doesn’t rule out further buys, but he warns: “If you do acquisitions wrong, they become distractions. So I want to make sure we do them well, to make sure that it’s an enhancer to our growth. Right now, integrating businesses is not a core competency.”
Stand 01.327
www.yunextra ic.com
OMNIFLOW RESILIENCE IS EVERYWHERE
The Portuguese-made OmniCharger is sustainable and provides resilience in times of power disruption. Both are equally important in a world less predictable world, says Pedro Ruao, founder and chief executive of the manufacturer, Omniflow.
It starts with the OmniCharger’s power source, a compact wind- and solarpowered battery supply unit sits atop a light pole, which could be anywhere – roadside, commercial premises or parking lots.
The power generated is stored in the batteries for use by the
luminaire. The power can also be used to power an electric vehicle station’s auxiliary systems including light, the monitor screen or payment system (not the actual charging).
“By combining EV charging functionality in smart lighting infrastructure, OmniCharger optimises space and civil works investments by using existing poles while enhancing the aesthetic appeal of urban environments,” says Ruao.
It gets better. Within the unit of the OmniCharger can be housed other services – CCTV, Wi-Fi source and air quality monitors to name a few. All
can be run o the power of the OmniCharger that sits atop an already existing light pole, meaning even less infrastructure is needed to provide these services.
Meanwhile, Ruau says that the company is working on its Smart Crosswalk, an intelligent lighting system for crosswalks. By detecting approaching pedestrians, the system automatically adjusts the light intensity, ensuring better visibility for drivers and illuminating LED lights on crosswalk signage.
Stand 03.101
www.omniflow.io
Jon Newhard, Yunex CEO
Pedro Ruao with an Omnicharger
ACUSENSUS TARGETS THE ‘FATAL FIVE’
Australia-headquartered Acusensus is here with a world- rst initiative that addresses some of the common causes behind road tra c crashes. ese are known as the fatal ve behaviours –speeding, impaired driving (drugs and/ or alcohol), failure to wear a seatbelt, driver fatigue and distraction – leading to 1.19 million deaths annually across the globe. It’s proven that enforcement greatly contributes to the reduction of fatalities and serious injuries caused by road crashes.
To address this problem, Acusensus has developed its Multi-function enforcement solution that addresses
three of the fatal ve behaviours. e arti cial intelligence system can detect mobile point-to-point (average) speed, spot speed, seatbelt non-compliance and distracted driving. is system has been trialled in Western Australia, gathering signi cant informative data.
Research and development work is in progress to add impaired and fatigued driving detection to Multi-function, which will allow the system to eventually address all fatal ve contributors to road trauma.
is ambitious project will allow Multifunction to address every signi cant behavioural cause behind road safety
incidents. A tool that addresses the fatal ve will be economically bene cial as it will be a single asset that detects multiple dangerous driver behaviours simultaneously. is can produce real change and save lives that should not end prematurely across the road network.
Don’t miss the Acusensus presentation “Multi-function enforcement solution –one asset addressing distracted driving, seatbelt non-compliance, point-to-point speed and spot speed” at 1pm today in eatre 1 for further insights into this groundbreaking initiative.
Stand 05.317
www.acusensus.com
Cross Zlin controller makes show debut
Cross Zlín is showing its newest product, the Cross RS 5 intersection controller, at Intertra ic for the first time.
The design of the RS 5 controller emphasises simple installation, with a return to a back plane, or motherboard, approach, rather than the front entry method of connecting switch outputs in its predecessor.
The RS 5 also has a 7-inch touch display that can be accessed remotely and remote personnel can see exactly what
is shown on the display. The new equipment also has the ability for several di erent users to log in. One of the major advantages of the RS 5 over its predecessors is its scalability, together with easier operation and maintenance, said product specialist Tomas Mizera.
The RS 5 is scheduled to complete its certification by the end of this year, with o icial release to service in 2025. Stand 01.307
www.cross-tra ic.com
Petr Stehlik of Cross Zlin
Alexander Jannink of Acusensus
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MACQ’S BACK WITH ANPR INNOVATION
Founded in 1923, Macq has established itself as a premier provider of smart city solutions and tra c control technologies for over two decades. With a rich history of innovation, the company continues to set the standard for excellence in urban mobility as visitors to its stand will learn rsthand.
Specialising in automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras, the company’s services are designed for law enforcement and political authorities
in smart cities. From implementing low emission zones to speed section controls and vehicle recognition, Macq’s goal is to enhance road safety and e ciency on urban streets and highways.
e QCAM5 ANPR camera, Macq’s agship product, embodies its commitment to technological advancement, exploiting AI for a range of functionalities. Macq also o ers a range of data solutions that can be customised to analyse mobility and take the most appropriate decisions. e company’s
software and data solutions are compatible with third-party camera technologies, ensuring seamless integration across infrastructural environments.
Macq is inviting attendees to its stand today at 11am when it will stage a conference – Blacklist on Steroids and Speed Section Controllers – focusing on the latest advancements in blacklist technologies and speed section control. Stand 05.226 https://mobility.macq.eu
JOANNEUM RESEARCH TACKLES TUNNEL SAFETY
Accidents and incidents in tunnels are particularly problematic. Dangers are magnified when they occur in a restricted space and more vehicles quickly become involved.
To help minimise this problem, Austria’s Joanneum Research is installing its Akut AI-based intelligent microphones in 33 tunnels – mainly in Europe – with a further 22 on its order books.
The problem with existing tunnel warning systems, said Dr Franz Graf, head of Joanneum’s research department, is that they o en only detect the a ere ects of a crash or incident – tra ic starting to queue, or the appearance of smoke, for example.
Even if only a minute elapses before controllers sound the
alarm, perhaps 100 more vehicles have entered the tunnel, especially if it is in a busy urban environment.
The Akut microphones can detect and classify multiple types of anomalous sounds, such as crashes, tyre bursts or squeals, slamming doors or vehicle horns.
The microphones do this in less than one second, immediately triggering an alarm in the tra ic control centre. The system can also bring up the view from the nearest available tunnel camera on to the controller’s screen.
“Within one second, the operator can see what’s happening and decide what to do,” said Graf. “The first measure is probably to switch all the lights to red” to stop more vehicles from entering the incident area.
Stand 05.151
www.joanneum.at
Mathy de Backer of Macq
Franz Graf of Joanneum
REBLOC OPENS NEW DIMENSION IN SLIM BARRIERS
Slim precast concrete barriers o er highest safety levels with very low dynamic displacement and vehicle intrusion.
According to Rebloc, the correct application of these new barriers forms a new dimension in designing slim highway cross-sections.
Besides specially designed barrier shapes, the key is the combination and integration of additional functions into the safety barrier, which allows for an even more e ective and slim approach. ese include integrated gantry poles and light poles; integrated noise protection; and integrated fence systems. By using slim pro les, the systems excel in congested areas
with heavy tra c and reduce land consumption. An example is Rebloc’s newest achievement in road safety: the tested H4b Highway Gantry System, on show here.
Unlike the space-consuming conventional approach of a cast-in-place foundation with safety barriers on both sides, this revolutionary system provides the very rst integrated and tested solution for highway gantry systems, while o ering more space for tra c. e innovative system acts as a vehicle restraint system and foundation for the base pole of the gantry system. EN-1317 compliant testing ensures the reliability upon vehicle impact. e complete system has shown exceptional stability
during H4b-testing. With less than one metre width at its widest point, this system is the ideal choice for the narrow central reserve, while ensuring proven safety. Additional installations like light poles or tra c signs can be easily incorporated on top of the tested system.
“A tested integration of a highway gantry system marks a very important pillar on the way to a slim highway concept,” says Mathias Redlberger, CEO of the Rebloc Group (pictured). “By applying such integrated solutions into existing infrastructure, land use and soil sealing can be reduced, and emissions minimised.”
Stand 08.448
www.rebloc.com
RENOVA’S ECOPOSTE SHOWS GREEN CREDENTIALS
Safety and sustainability are key benefits for Renova’s novel EcoPoste, now coming to the global market. Developed as a lower cost alternative to conventional wood or metal posts for tra ic signs, the EcoPoste is made from 100% recycled plastic, allowing it to meet market demands for product sustainability.
Fernando Cunha (pictured), technical director at the firm explains: “We wanted something to be sustainable.”
Because the EcoPoste is made from plastic, it is also ‘impact friendly’ in the event of a vehicle colliding with the sign. The firm says that the EcoPoste ensures reduced impact severity,
eliminating the risk of vehicle penetration or destabilisation following a collision.
Renova says that its production operation recycles around 15 tonnes of plastic/ day and also uses little energy
or water, lowering its carbon footprint. The product also has the ABNT Green Seal, and Low CO2 Emission Seal, further highlighting its claims to sustainability.
Extensive testing has ensured
the EcoPoste performs exactly as required. Cunha says: “From 2019 to 2024, we tested a lot of products. We believe we’ve done more tests than anybody. It’s easy to use, easy to install and very economical.”
The EcoPoste has been CE marked since 2019, although its planned launch in Europe in 2020 was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. From 2022 the EcoPoste started to be o ered in Europe and the US and is now well-proven. However, with the establishment of the firm’s new branch in Portugal, the company now intends to boost its position in the European market.
Stand 08.301 www.renovaurb.com
MOBILE MARK ANTENNAS ON TRACK FOR SUCCESS
Mobile Mark Europe is exhibiting its range of high performance, multi-band antennas suitable for use within ITS/V2X and Transit markets around the world.
e company says that its engineering team strives to develop antennas suitable for current and future markets. With that in mind, it is introducing several new
products, including the new 10-cable MX series MIMO surface mount, which includes 4 x LTE (SUB-6), 5 x Wi-Fi (6E) plus 1 x GPS/GLONASS. It is also showing high-performance directional and omnidirectional antennas for road side units.
In addition to these antennas, Mobile Mark Europe will also have a range of low-
pro le antennas suitable for use with EV chargers used in remote locations that will require a 4/5G connection.
ere are also a selection of rubber duck, covert and integrated antennas together with cable assemblies.
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www.mobilemark.com
Tanattorn’s new Ripple Delineator is said to o er a competitive and safe alternative to conventional steel delineators. is premium grade plastic product can be installed quickly and easily on kerbs or barriers. e re ective surfaces ensure high visibility at night, allowing drivers to see where kerbs and barriers are positioned from a distance.
As it is made of plastic, it eliminates the bladelike characteristics of steel delineators and reduces the risk of injuries to vulnerable road users or vehicle damage in the event of a collision. A range of colours are available to suit the requirements of the installation.
Manufactured in ailand, the units are already well-accepted in the rm’s home market. e Ripple Delineator is also available in Chile and Japan and the company intends to develop its global sales, with distribution negotiations in hand with a major name in the business. Tanattorn’s managing director, Wasuwat Bunwit commented: “We’re now looking to sell it worldwide.”
Stand 08.516
www.tanattorn.com
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Triplesign points the way to safety
A new road warning system from Triplesign is said to improve safety for drivers, while o ering lower costs for users. Using prismatic technology rather than LEDs, working life is high while power use is minimal for this variable message sign (VMS) package.
the optional battery and solar panel, the Triplesign can operate even in remote locations. is also means that it will not be a ected by power outages. When displaying a message, the VMS system draws no power at all.
It also features simple installation and low power consumption, with the system able to be commissioned in just 120 minutes at most.
e low power consumption of just 0.14W/hour means that the units can be installed precisely where required, without the need for cables. When equipped with
Rugged and durable, the VMS sign can be used in the toughest climactic applications and in a wide range of installations. Ambient temperatures ranging from -40°C to 60°C should cause no issues.
Because the system has no bulbs, minimal wring and a very simple design, maintenance needs are minimal with the only attention required being the
occasional cleaning of the surfaces. e patented, non-binding mechanism ensures that the various panels do not risk being out of sync or o -track. e mechanical components should last up to 20 years, when they will need to be replaced with the task just taking 60 minutes.
e units can be used in a wide array of situations, highlighting variable speed limits or adverse road conditions. Linked to sensors, the Triplesign system can protect drivers from extreme weather events causing ooding or high winds for example. Stand 01.519 www.triplesign.com
Schweers International is introducing the sophisticated Politess Full-Stack Street Smart Enforcement Management App. This comprehensive solution allows e icient monitoring of vehicles parking at the roadside to determine if parking charges have been paid. “It’s a full parking system,” commented Saeed Akhtar, product manager at the firm.
This new system suits duties for ticket enforcement for on-street applications and can be configured to suit the specific needs of the user. The tool can be used on both iPhone and Android smart phones.
The AI-supported Politess GO system can allow automated licence-plate recognition for parking control while an o icer is passing on foot, cycling or driving and can even be drone-based. O icers can use their smartphones to check
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and see if a vehicle is registered and if the driver has paid for parking. Should the driver have not paid, the enforcement o icer can issue a ticket that features a QR code.
When the driver returns to the vehicle, scanning the QR code will provide a link to images showing where and when the parking o ence was committed. The QR code also provides a link to where the driver can pay for the parking charge.
The new tool includes professional Dashboard, task management and administrative steps up to the legal process.
However, AI-based blurring in parking o ences ensures
However, AI-based blurring of licence plates not involved in parking o ences ensures compliance with GDPR requirements.
Stand 10.413 www.panstreet.com www.schweers.com
Muhammed Saeed Akhtar of Schweers International
Hans-Ivar Olsson of Triplesign
Ekaldes illuminates safer roads
e latest high visibility signalling poles from Ekaldes help to boost road safety because they are illuminated from the base to the top. is makes the poles more visible to drivers even in poor weather conditions.
Yakup Harmanci, foreign trade executive for the rm, commented: “Our idea is to increase tra c safety. People can see the poles more easily.”
Conspicuity is maximised as in addition
to the conventional signal light at the top of the pole, a lighting strip runs from the base to the main signal light.
e poles o er other safety bene ts also. Made from aluminium, Harmanci says that the poles will bend in the event of an impact by a vehicle, reducing the dangers of injuries for occupants in comparison with conventional steel poles. ese latest signal poles o er other bene ts too. Harmanci
commented: “It’s a green technology as they’re 100% recyclable.”
e aluminium construction also o ers around four times the working life of a conventional galvanised steel pole according to Harmanci, making the Ekaldes units a better investment over the long term.
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www.ekaldes.com.tr
Yakup Harmanci of Ekaldes
South Korean manufacturer ETI says that its Rolling Barrier Guardrail System is the world’s rst road shock-absorbing guardrail using polymer compounds.
It consists of a specially manufactured frame rail, shock-absorbing swivelling polymer barrels and specially designed bolts, lockers and supports. It forms a rail structure in which sit the barrels. Importantly, the rails are exible enough that they can be easily structured to match the curve’s radius.
GUARDRAIL SUCCESS IS NO SHOCK TO ETI
is product is the world’s only original rotating guardrail that di erentiates itself from other companies by applying a rail sliding shock absorption system that absorbs maximum shock when a vehicle collides with the guardrail.
Rolling Guardrail Barrier never crumbles from external blows and has better ability to absorb a shock than any other guardrails, according to the company. When a car hits the Rolling Guardrail Barrier, the barrels move the vehicle along, absorbing some of
the shock but redirecting the vehicle along curve’s radius.
In e ect, the barrier converts the impulse energy of the crash to rotational energy within the barrier system. e barrels can be easily removed and replaced when damaged after an impact.
ETI said it is now pushing into Europe and already has around 20km of the barrier system installed along Romanian roads. Stand 08.352
www.etikorea.kr
Rich Choi, le of ETI and Karim Salha from Kinetic Technologies
Redspeed Sentio Trailer Capture Anything on Wheels
The Sentio Enforcement Trailer can mount any Sentio camera t to p provide a f fully mobile, rapid deployment solution for speed, r redlight, distracted d driver or average e speed d detection It can b be deployed in locations generally consiidered unsuitable or h hazardous for traditional staffed or mobile enforcement vehicles It is fitted with multiple hybbrid power options including a combination of s solar, batter y and hydrogeen f fuel cell for l low carbon and low noise Thhe enforcement t trailer includes built in vertical support posts providing maximum stability in all coonditions
e 30th ITS World Congress, orchestrated by Ertico – ITS Europe and co-organised with ITS America and ITS AsiaPaci c, is proudly hosted by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).
is premier event, scheduled for September 16-20, anticipates attendance up to 20,000 participants, establishing a crucial convergence for the intelligent transport systems (ITS) and smart mobility sectors.
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innovation in transportation, led by RTA’s ambitious Digital Strategy 2023-2030. With strategic investments in smart tra c management systems, electric and autonomous vehicles, and a vision to become a “20-minute city,” Dubai showcases the future of sustainable urban mobility.
is aligns with the Congress’s goal, aiming to advance mobility solutions that will impact a broad audience, from policymakers and specialists to the public at large. e agenda is packed
with over 200 sessions led by ITS experts, a variety of international and regional forums, plenary discussions, a summit dedicated to the future of mobility, and a grand international exhibition.
“As CEO of Ertico, I am thrilled to announce that Ertico – ITS Europe, serving as the conductor of this Congress, unites an impressive alliance of over 120 members from eight sectors of the industry. Our goal is to ignite meaningful conversations within the ITS community and provide
an unmatched platform for participants to explore and shape the future of mobility,” said Joost Vantomme, CEO, Ertico – ITS Europe.
“With the Congress fast approaching, we warmly invite all ITS stakeholders to register and engage in what promises to be a groundbreaking event, set to chart the course for the next wave of mobility innovation! Join us in this journey, please visit us on our stand here 02.332 at Intertra c.” Stand 02.332 www.ertico.com
Ever wonder if your highways maintenance contractor has set out the warning signs on the approach to a worksite properly, in accordance with the contract? Waterview’s analytics can save an inspection trip to the work site, thanks to its suite of visual artificial intelligence solutions.
The Italian company’s AI solutions are camera-agnostic, meaning they can use images captured by any still or moving camera from any manufacturer mounted on a contractor’s or road authority’s vehicle. Furthermore, says Paolo Cavagnero, one of the founders of Waterview, the solutions operate on the ‘edge’, meaning that all the analyses and anonymisation happens
directly on the cameras or on local supporting units, like a vehicle’s computer.
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It’s all part of Waterview’s infrastructure analysis o ering where the solution can also be used to take images of critical road assets, such as damage on road joints. The time-lapse videos can be analysed by a road authority’s control room to better schedule highway maintenance.
Waterview also o ers CliCk –climate camera kit. CliCk applications extract from cameras real-time information about events such as heavy rainfall, flooding, snow and smoke.
Stand 03.123 www.waterview.ai
Paolo Cavagnero of Waterview
Joost Vantomme of Ertico
J-TECH’S LANEBLADE CUTS THROUGH ROAD DEBRIS
It’s an all-too-common problem: a vehicle’s tyre bursts and shreds, or a truck sheds some of its load, leaving potentially dangerous debris scattered across the road. Not only does that pose a risk to following tra c, it also exposes roadworkers to danger as they venture onto the live carriageway to retrieve the debris.
To solve both problems, Pennsylvaniabased J-Tech has developed its LaneBlade attachment for vehicles. In operation since 2019 and in service with 20 US and Canadian DOTs and road maintenance contractors, the company is now planning to export it to Europe.
e LaneBlade, which resembles a snowplough, is tted to a typical US pick-up truck. Made from heavy-duty, powder-coated steel and an Austrianmade Küper blade, it has a one-inch thick rubber contact face and a rubber blade reinforced with ceramic cores to give it sti ness and allow it to sweep debris without damaging the road surface.
pace with prevailing tra c. Debris, retained in front of the blade by ‘wings’ at either side, can be removed from the road as soon as the LaneBlade driver can nd an exit, or pull on to the hard shoulder. New features include a touchscreen controller to deploy and stow the LaneBlade.
e bene ts are two-fold: a worker does not have to leave the safety of the cab and the debris can be removed without having to stop tra c. e LaneBlade is deployed at 20mph, after which the vehicle can speed up to keep
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J-Tech’s marketing and business development manager, Fred Bergstresser, said that the LaneBlade is particularly used in tunnels, where limited room makes retrieving debris especially di cult.
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www.jtechusa.com
The new parking entry and exit terminals from WPS Parking are smaller and more compact than the firm’s earlier generation units. The new ParkAdvance+ terminals are said to represent the next evolution in the firm’s hardware line, designed with sustainability and upgradability in mind. These compact entry, exit and cashless terminals are said to o er enhanced e iciency and user convenience.
In addition to the new hardware, the firm is o ering new so ware solutions to its Marketplace package. Research & development manager Dave Souren said: “We also show dynamic pricing.”
The new WPS Pay system is said to o er flexible mobile payment and can make searching for a pay station or waiting in the queue a thing of the past. Dynamic Pricing optimises parking rates in real-time, benefiting operators and drivers and improving tra ic flow. Business Parking unburdens asset owners from administrative tasks, allowing tenants to manage parking independently.
Stand 12.233
www.wpsparking.com
Fred Bergstresser of J-Tech
Dries Calcoen of WPS Parking
INTETRA UNLOCKS THE MAGIC OF TRAFFICTOWER
Tra cTower is a groundbreaking tra c management platform that revolutionises traditional signalised intersections by analysing underused tra c data.
Intetra, based in Turkey, has harnessed the power of arti cial intelligence to its popular standalone and exible Primus Tra c Controller, explains Onur Kocak, an R&D engineer with the company. It can manage up to three intersections – upgradable to 32 –and has a 7-inch touchscreen for intuitive operation.
“ e heart of Tra cTower’s e ciency lies in our AI-based control algorithm, IntelliFlow,” he says. “It harnesses the power of reinforcement learning, a cutting-edge AI technique, to make split-second decisions about signal timings.”
Traditional tra c control relies on xed time intervals for signal
changes, resulting in ine cient use of green time and unnecessary congestion, particularly during peak hours.
Even with the introduction of radars and cameras, which can track each individual vehicle, this data is disregarded and turned into virtual induction loops.
However, “the magic”, says Kocak, is that by harvesting and analysing real-time data from radars or cameras, this system orchestrates a dynamic and exible tra c control environment. It can adapt to ever-changing road conditions, leading to improved tra c ow and enhanced tra c management. Tra c managers can prioritise the distribution of green time based on actual tra c volume and patterns to ensure collective waiting time at intersections is minimised.
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https://intetra.com.tr
SCAE takes active approach to tra ic control
SCAE is presenting a new architecture for tra ic control systems based on ILT technology. Peripheral units such as signal heads, pushbuttons, and countdown are no longer passive devices, but active entities that communicate with an interface box located in the tra ic light pole.
This box acts as an interface between the tra ic controller and the new ILT (intelligent line technology) components. ILT technology is a new architecture
for a tra ic light system in which each component becomes active and intelligent, at the same time simplifying the wiring of the system.
A smart digital interface installed on a tra ic light pole allows communication between ILT peripheral devices such as tra ic light or pedestrian buttons and the tra ic controller, which could be reduced in size and cost thanks to communication between devices o ered by ILT technology.
AES GLOBAL IS IN THE E-LOOP
AES Global is promoting its e-Loop system and its advantages over traditional ground loops. The company says that it takes only 20 to 30 minutes to install and integrate the e-Loop into an existing gate or barrier system, saving time compared to installing
Importantly, interaction between devices and the ILT box is defined by an open standard so that components from di erent manufacturers can work together.
Installation is dramatically simplified, says SCAE. A couple of wires provide power supply to all equipment and another couple of wires support communication between devices, ILT boxes and tra ic controller. Installation costs are cut, and possible future extensions would be
ground loops. The system can be installed at a site where an existing ground loop has failed or a new gate/barrier system is being installed.
With lower labour costs and time saved in installation, the e-Loop saves installers
very easy and inexpensive. Use of intelligent devices provides the possibility of finely tuning behaviour so that, for instance, brightness of every signal head can be adjusted, failures of aspects can be exactly detected and residual lifetime of devices can be monitored. Fine control of devices means financial savings and also reduction of power consumption with resulting benefits for the environment.
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www.scae.net
money, with those financial benefits able to be passed on to the end customer. There are now more than 7,500 e-Loops around the world, says AES Global. Stand 12.435 www.aesglobalonline.com
Onur Kocak of Intetra
COMMEND LOVES THE SOUND OF SILENCE
Eliminating background noise from phonecalls is possible with an innovative AI solution from Austrian rm Commend. When a phone call is made from an area with busy tra c or other noise in the background, it can be di cult for the person receiving the call to understand what is being said.
A market leader in security communications, Commend
has been at the forefront of research in addressing acoustics-related problems for decades. Combining expertise with innovative AIbased research, the rm has developed its revolutionary intercom terminals that eliminate background noise.
Philip Helpferer, technical systems engineer at Commend, said: “ e app gets rid of
background noise. It’s a gamechanger.”
e app delivers key bene ts for users working in areas with busy tra c, which provide challenges for e ective communications.
Background noise in critical situations can distort a caller’s voice or make it unintelligible, with potentially disastrous results.
is problem can reach critical levels at car park customer help desks or public transport emergency call centres. In addition to making it di cult for the caller, poor communications can also lead to serious psychological and physical consequences for the call desk worker.
Stand 10.207 www.commend.com
Rondino keeps cyclists safe
French road safety specialist
Rondino is showing its latest range of roadside barriers, designed with the aim of keeping cyclists safe.
Many roads now have cycle lanes alongside the slow lane. To improve safety margins for vulnerable riders, the new range of barriers being shown here has an additional, higher, wooden beam atop the barrier to provide extra protection. This extra beam can be added to the company’s products as an option.
Based in Savigneux, south of Lyon, Rondino has been producing safety barriers for 40 years, making use of locally sourced wood that not only provides durability but
also an aesthetic appearance for roadsides. Rondino says it was the first company in Europe to create barriers using both wood and steel, with the metal hidden behind the wooden trunks to add discreet extra strength.
The barriers, using Pinus class 4 wood created from local pine, are made from sustainable sources –important in increasingly ecoconscious times.
Rondino has been a significant road barrier provider in France, but now also exports, mainly to Europe, but as far away as New Zealand.
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www.rondino-road.com
James Dickens of Commend
Marlene Gallien of Rondino
Whether we’re reconfiguring lanes to mitigate collisions, improving road construction efficiency, or designing innovative barriers that reduce repair time for workers, Lindsay continues to provide sustainable and efficient innovations that make a difference. Together, we can keep roads and the people on them moving safely.
CLEARVIEW REFLECTS ON 50 YEARS OF INNOVATION IN TRAFFIC SAFETY
While celebrating its 50th anniversary, Clearview Intelligence is o ering two new solar studs that can help boost tra c safety, as well as a novel CCTV-based tra c counter system. One of the new solar studs is designed for use on roads and can be installed easily in a standard mounting in place of the existing retrore ective stud.
Peter Cattell, head of technical sales at Clearview, said: “ ey’re fully charged after four hours and remain lit for 200 hours.”
He explained that this extended illumination time is su cient to provide lighting even if the studs have been covered in snow or road dirt or if weather conditions have been poor, for example. e units are said to be durable and have sealed components that ensure long working life even in poor conditions, while providing visibility over around ten times the distance of that for conventional retrore ective studs.
Also new are lower cost solar studs for use in cycleways and pedestrian paths. A novel feature is that they radiate light out 360° horizontally but not upwards, minimising disturbance to insect life and therefore, ensuring bat habitats remain undisturbed.
Another key innovation is the AI technology that can blur faces lmed on tra c counting CCTV equipment. e package records the number of pedestrians, cyclists or vehicles passing a point for tra c
data purposes. However, an option can blur the faces of people or vehicle registration plates if required by GDPR legislation.
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www.clearview-intelligence.com
The clue in Multipatcher is the word ‘multi’. This road patching system, originally from Australia and now being marketed in Europe, has several tricks up its sleeve to complete fast, e icient road maintenance – all done from the cab.
First, up front it has a traditional jet seal spraying arm that blasts air to clean a pothole and then inject bitumen, all through the spray seal nozzle.
Second, at the back of the machine is an entirely di erent set up. A moveable screed
bar has eight spray jets for a maximum width coverage of 2.4m for spray sealing. Meanwhile, edge break repairs are done on either side of the Multipatcher, facilitated with a small sweeper before application of the sealant.
If long tyre ruts in a lane need repairs, then the operator can set, from an in-cab touchscreen, any one of eight narrow widths for sealing.
Importantly, it features a Venturi distributor that minimises patching material blockage and allows for easy cleaning. It can be cleaned by sending water through while running.
“With cutting-edge technology, the Multipatcher can cover up to 30m of road in under three minutes, with onboard data storage for easy auditing and invoicing,” explains Neil Levett, managing director of Multipatcher. Levett set up the company to import and rename the machines from Aus Roads, where the unit is known as Jetmaster. The first units have just been sold into the UK.
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https://multipatcher.co.uk
https://ausroad.com.au/roadmaintenance-plant/jetmaster-trucks
Multipatcher has multiple tricks up its sleeve
Andy Salotti of Clearview
Neil Levett (le ) with Ross Bullerwell
BORN FOR MLFF TOLLING
Two AI accelerators for extraordinary performances
Meypar set for a payment Evo-lution
Spanish access control and payment systems specialist Meypar is showing its new range of Evo equipment at Intertra c.
e architecture for access control terminals is the same, but their fronts are con gurable, based on their various functions: issuer, reader or payment devices.
e design of the payment equipment allows for the con guration of the necessary peripherals required for each installation, including high-capacity solutions for coin, plus acceptance and recycling modules for banknotes, as well as cashless solutions using credit cards. e systems use 10-inch or 18-inch touchscreens.
When integrated with the Meypar Control System,
Zeplin showcases wealth of safety solutions
Turkey-headquartered Zeplin
Tra ic Safety Solutions is here with a vast range of tra ic and safety solutions.
Products to look out for are brand new security equipment designed by the company this year, including a new design of delineators and warning posts with di erent widths, longlasting tra ic cones, and multi-
purpose barriers.
Zeplin points out that it produces quality products at competitive prices, fully certified in accordance with European and International standards at its factory in Konya, an important cultural and industrial city in Turkey.
The company has become a leading production and supply
company in Turkey but has also built up an international reputation, exporting to more than 40 countries.
Zeplin puts it success down to maintaining the highest quality standards, constant product innovation, and to a global network of dealerships in the field of tra ic safety and systems.
the new Evo series enables any type of operation, including ticketless, free ow, interaction with external platforms, centralisation and remote control.
e new machines are more compact than their predecessors and have improvements including a new scanner to read passes.
“ e new scanner performs a lot better than before,” said Meypar research and development manager, Ferran Ribe. Its predecessor sometimes struggled in low-light conditions, he explained.
e Evo range went on sale in January and has already racked up sales in Mexico and Spain.
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www.meypar.com
Another key aspect of Zeplin’s success is its reliable and fast delivery using well known transportation companies and its special discounts for bulk and regular orders. Visitors to the Zeplin stand will be able to receive special Intertra ic discounts.
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https://zeplintra ic.com
FARD’S WIM SYSTEMS KEEP ON PERFORMING
A er 10 years of non-stop operation, none of Fard Group International’s Weigh in Motion (WIM) systems has required either repairs or calibration, the company says.
The company puts its record down to the construction methods it employs to install the systems in roadways, together with the high-tech nature of its so ware.
The company’s WIM systems are assembled within a concrete enclosure,
embedded in the road and contain what it describes as the world’s most advanced load cell sensors linked to its self-developed so ware, using both AI and deep learning methods.
It contrasts this with the piezo-electric strips used by other WIM manufacturers, which it says can function imperfectly if the road surface is rough and one or more of the truck’s tyres fail to make contact with
the strip. Fard’s installations are “basically a static truck scale, but in dynamic mode”, said Fard EU’s international business development director, Reza Rezaii. Fard, which is headquartered in Oman, has installed 110 WIM stations in the Middle East and is now seeking to expand into Europe. Stand 01.565 www.fardeu.com
Ferran Ribe of Meypar
QUERCUS HAS EYES ON SIMPLIFYING PARKING
Operate a car park in an international tourist spot? Do exotic licence plates from distant countries ba e your licence plate readers? Spain’s Quercus Technologies believes it has the answer.
e latest version of the company’s SmartLPR camera that watches the entrances and exits of car parks has been developed to recognise licence plates from an unlimited number of countries.
Previously, one of the cameras in, say, the Netherlands, could only be programmed to recognise a limited
number of di erent nations’ licence plates – in the Netherlands’ case, typically those nations adjacent to it.
Now, the latest version of the camera, which contains Quercus-developed AI, can be ‘taught’ by Quercus to recognise any licence plate before it is installed by a user. Improvements to the camera have also increased its reliability rate to new levels. Quercus says that it now quanti es faults in terms of incorrect licence numbers per thousand read, rather than one per 100, which had been the previous standard.
WEISKKER REFLECTS ON K-LUX SUCCESS
e latest K-LUX glass bead technology from Weiskker is claimed to o er cutting-edge performance and a new standard for the industry. Benjamin Lemme is chief executive o cer (CEO) at Weiskker and says: “It has a higher refractive index so you get more light out of it. It’s a gamechanger.”
e K-LUX o ers a new standard for retrore ective performance, reaching 1,000mcd, delivering better visibility in road applications. is is a signi cant gain from the 800mcd achieved by previous
generation glass beads from the rm.
Bene ting from a new chemical composition, the K-LUX beads will deliver improved road safety for drivers due to the improved retrore ective performance that boosts visibility. Lemme said that the K-LUX beads are available now in di erent grades to suit a range of applications, with the rst references coming from customers and the certi cation process ongoing in Germany.
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www.weiskker.com
Another new product being shown at Intertra c is the latest version of the company’s SC Indoor parking sensor. Each sensor can now watch six parking bays instead of four – again, with licence plate recognition – with enhanced picture quality to read licence numbers. It also operates only when it detects movement, rather than being ‘on’ permanently, thus reducing the amount of video storage required by the camera.
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www.quercus-technologies.com
Cestel promotes bridge diagnostic tool
Cestel says its Structural Bridge WIM Diagnostic System is the world’s first truly comprehensive asset management tool.
The Slovenian company says that its product combines the output of a bridge Weigh in Motion system with the data from an array of structural health monitoring sensors, giving its users live data on tra ic as well as real-time behaviour of the structure of the bridge.
The information it collects is gathered in a single online application and can be used by engineers to assess the structure of the bridge and monitoring of the bridge’s behaviour and by law enforcement agencies to supervise heavy vehicles; data can also be used in better planning of road maintenance.
The system is completely modular and can be modified in line with the customer’s requirements, says Cestel.
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www.cestel.si
Carlos Diana with smart LPR camera
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