Intelligent transport systems integrating vehicles, roads, traffic management or transport services.
Digital twins support CCAM pilots across four European cities
Horizon Europe project FRODDO is using digital twins to test connected and automated mobility applications, including traffic-management simulation, early warnings, demand prediction and autonomous tow-truck monitoring across pilots in Ljubljana, Athens, Modena and Bursa.
Kapsch begins real-world V2X trial in Buenos Aires
Kapsch TrafficCom has begun a proof-of-concept V2X trial in Buenos Aires, connecting vehicles, roadside infrastructure and traffic management systems. The pilot is testing alerts for road hazards and closures, with traffic-signal priority and public-transport applications planned.
SG launches trailer-free portable variable message sign
SG has launched VMS-P, a palletised full-colour variable message sign for roadworks, urban construction and event sites. The solar-powered unit can be repositioned using shared lifting equipment, with remote management, GPS tracking and reduced maintenance requirements.
Egis wins UK contract to enforce vehicle tax using ANPR
Egis will deliver the DVLA’s UK Vehicle Excise Duty compliance and enforcement service from February 2027, using ANPR-equipped vehicles to identify untaxed vehicles nationwide. The contract includes warning notices, immobilisation, removals and vehicle disposal.
ITS Australia Global Summit 2026 to bring transport technology sector to Melbourne
More than 600 transport technology representatives will attend the ITS Australia Global Summit in Melbourne from 22–24 September 2026, with sessions covering AI, road-user charging, automated freight, digital infrastructure and connected mobility.
GMV to supply 126 ticket validators for Rabat bus network
GMV will supply 126 ticket validators for Rabat’s bus network, expanding the electronic fare-collection system and building on its earlier modernisation of 350 buses with CAD/AVL and passenger-information systems.
Atsign and Intel report 88-fold encrypted edge-AI performance gain
Atsign and Intel have collaborated on a secure edge-AI solution for smart transportation, combining trusted identity management with Intel hardware security. They report encrypted agent-to-agent communication gains of up to 88-fold on Xeon processors and have published a supporting solution brief.
Kapsch completes nationwide traffic management upgrade in New Zealand
Kapsch TrafficCom has completed an upgrade of New Zealand’s national traffic management system for NZTA. The Dynac V17 platform now supports real-time operations across 18,500 km of roads and connects 150,000 field devices, with further centre upgrades planned.
Virginia towing incentive cuts I-81 crash-clearance times
Virginia’s Towing and Recovery Incentive Program has reduced average I-81 crash-clearance times by around 40 minutes. Since expanding to the corridor, participating heavy-duty tow providers have responded to more than 2,000 incidents, with average arrival times of 34 minutes.
Swarco deploys AI motorcycle-speed signs in Swansea
Swarco has developed and begun rolling out AI-powered vehicle-activated signs for Swansea Council. Cameras, radar and thermal imaging identify motorcycles, display their speed and warn speeding riders in Welsh, supporting road-safety efforts at high-risk locations.
OmniAir to showcase connected-mobility technologies in Ohio
OmniAir will host nine live demonstrations of lidar, V2X, connected infrastructure and mobility technologies at its ITSMW26 Pavilion in Dublin, Ohio, on 22–23 September. The public showcase will run alongside the ITS Midwest Conference & Expo.
AI digital twins help cities model street-level pollution and traffic responses
EU-funded MODELAIR researchers are developing AI-powered 3D digital twins that combine sensor data, simulations and weather forecasts to predict street-level pollution in real time. Trials in Brussels, Madrid and Bristol will support traffic planning, monitoring and local pollution controls.
NCDOT integrates live dashcam imagery into traffic management systems
North Carolina’s transport department is using Iteris’ ClearGuide platform and Vizzion’s connected-dashcam imagery to monitor incidents, weather and work zones in real time, complementing probe-speed data and fixed roadside cameras.
York hospitals deploy ANPR-based intelligent parking management
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a ticketless parking system using ANPR cameras, digital permits, pay-on-exit payments and resilient connectivity. The deployment is intended to reduce unauthorised parking, protect capacity and improve access for patients, visitors and staff.
Sydney Metro completes Southwest line trial running
Sydney Metro has completed five weeks of trial running on the Southwest line, testing more than 130 operational scenarios. Further driverless-train testing and independent regulatory assessment will precede accreditation and the line’s opening.
IBTTA chief outlines safer roads and seamless vehicle-based tolling
IBTTA CEO Mark Chung discusses AI-enabled incident detection, connected infrastructure and vehicle-based payments for tolling and road-user charging, alongside safety initiatives and case studies from US toll operators.
Abu Dhabi launches 30 solar-powered bus shelters
Abu Dhabi Mobility has installed 30 solar-powered bus shelters across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Zayed City. The shelters provide lighting and digital passenger information panels, supporting the emirate’s smart and sustainable transport infrastructure goals.
Federal grants fund $305m of I-70 freight-corridor upgrades
A Transportation Construction Coalition case study details three federally funded I-70 projects in Colorado, Missouri and Ohio. The works include capacity and safety improvements, a new river bridge and connected-vehicle and weather-detection technology.
Kapsch begins smart-parking integration project in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Kapsch TrafficCom is implementing a €404,000 smart-parking project in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, integrating occupancy data from 24 car parks into the city’s traffic-management system and displaying availability through nine variable-message panels. Delivery is scheduled for early 2027.
Cranfield develops digital-twin framework for transport decarbonisation
Researchers at Cranfield University have adapted manufacturing standard ISO 23247 into a transport digital-twin framework. The reference architecture integrates vehicles, infrastructure, energy, data exchange and emissions monitoring, with an air-to-road freight decarbonisation case study involving East Midlands Airport and DHL.
Brisbane study finds e-mobility parking boosts station trips
An eight-month Brisbane trial found dedicated e-scooter and e-bike parking near Albion station increased use by 52%, compared with 16% from cheaper fares. Researchers said convenience, clear rules and infrastructure are key to integrating micromobility with public transport.
Antaira launches PoE surge protectors for roadside ITS equipment
Antaira Technologies has launched its LSP Series of rugged, multi-port PoE surge protectors for outdoor ITS deployments. The devices provide up to 100W of PoE++ pass-through power and protect traffic cameras, licence-plate recognition systems, roadside communications and digital signs.
Study finds Florida school-zone cameras cut speeding by 97%
Independent University of South Florida research found Verra Mobility’s 18 school-zone speed cameras reduced speeding violations from 3.47% to 0.09% in St Cloud and Osceola County, Florida. Warnings alone cut violations by 93%.
Lidar deployments expand across US intersections and support V2X safety
Falling lidar costs are driving large-scale intersection deployments in the US, including Utah and Chattanooga. The sensors improve detection of pedestrians and near-misses, while V2X links can warn vehicles about road users hidden from their own sensors. Helsinki is also piloting similar systems.
Econolite EPIQ Radar gains EU certification for European deployment
Umovity has secured EU certification for Econolite’s EPIQ Radar, enabling deployment by European municipalities and road authorities. The system combines long-range radar and camera validation to support adaptive signals, multimodal priority and red-light mitigation.
Las Vegas pilots AI-powered lighting for pedestrian safety
Las Vegas is piloting ISS’s AI-powered SecurOS Soffit lighting at a downtown crossing. The system detects pedestrians and directs LED illumination towards them, forming part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative.
Utah DOT expands Ouster lidar deployment to 160 more intersections
Econolite will expand Ouster’s BlueCity lidar system to 160 additional Utah intersections, taking the statewide deployment to nearly 300. The system provides long-range detection, privacy-preserving colour lidar, pedestrian safety functions and V2X alerts through roadside units.
MnDOT selects Sensys Gatso for Minnesota work-zone camera pilot
MnDOT has selected Sensys Gatso to supply solar-powered mobile speed cameras for a $800,000 Minnesota work-zone pilot. The scheme will issue escalating educational warnings rather than fines, with results assessed for speed reduction and worker safety.
Quarterhill reports stronger Q2 and advances $70m Conduent tolling deal
Quarterhill reported improved Q2 profitability and agreed to acquire Conduent’s tolling solutions business for $70m plus shares. The deal, due to close in Q4 2026, is expected to nearly triple tolling revenue, while new US and Asia-Pacific contracts support organic growth.
ISS deploys AI-enabled pedestrian safety system in Las Vegas
ISS has deployed its AI-enabled SecurOS Soffit pedestrian safety system at a Las Vegas crosswalk as part of the city’s Vision Zero initiative. The system detects pedestrians and directs targeted LED lighting to improve driver awareness during crossings.
Econolite to extend Ouster lidar system to 160 more Utah intersections
Econolite will extend Ouster’s BlueCity lidar traffic-management system to 160 more Utah intersections under a UDOT contract expansion. The deployment will support long-range multimodal detection, adaptive signal control, pedestrian safety measures and V2X alerts.
Horizon Europe opens call for energy-efficient public transport projects
A Horizon Europe call will fund projects testing and scaling energy-efficient public transport and shared mobility solutions, including electrification, multimodality, data and AI. Applications close on 8 October 2026.
Hamburg partners with Umovity on AI traffic signal control
Hamburg’s roads authority has partnered with Umovity to develop and pilot a cloud-based AI system that adapts traffic signals using live data, aiming to improve traffic flow, prioritise buses and reduce emissions.
Study links digital loading-bay access with lower urban freight-driver stress
A Swedish peer-reviewed study of a London pilot found that uncertainty over loading-bay access and searching for kerb space materially increase urban freight-driver stress. It says bookable digital bays could improve safety, delivery efficiency and driver wellbeing, although the small trial found no statistically significant overall stress decline.
Clearview to install 860 intelligent road studs in Hindhead Tunnel
National Highways has selected Clearview Intelligence to install 860 LED intelligent road studs in Surrey’s Hindhead Tunnel during A3 resurfacing. The system provides active lane guidance and can integrate with traffic management for closures, contraflows and incidents.
GMV discusses EMT Madrid’s governed mobility data space
GMV outlined its role in EMT Madrid’s mobility data space webinar, covering governed, secure and interoperable data exchange. The platform has enabled research access, with commercial users, new operators and links to European data spaces planned.
USDOT seeks partners to advance cooperative driving automation
The US Department of Transportation is seeking industry teams to advance cooperative driving automation prototypes from laboratory research to pre-production systems. The work will validate secure, reliable vehicle-to-infrastructure data exchange and support a national deployment strategy.
Iran traffic-camera hack exposes cybersecurity risks for connected transport
Iran’s compromised traffic-camera network highlights vulnerabilities in connected transport infrastructure. The feature examines centralised ITS architectures, AI-enabled threats and defences, and how EU NIS2 and Cyber Resilience Act requirements are reshaping cybersecurity responsibilities.
Citilog enables incident detection on PTZ cameras with AI calibration
Citilog has developed AI-based scene calibration that enables automatic incident detection on PTZ traffic cameras without presets or manual configuration. The system learns roadway zones from live traffic and detects stopped vehicles, pedestrians and debris using existing RTSP or ONVIF streams.
Opsys applies solid-state lidar and embedded AI to wrong-way detection
Opsys Technologies’ ALTOS platform combines solid-state lidar with embedded AI to deliver three-dimensional vehicle tracking and wrong-way alerts. The sensor is designed for permanent roadside deployment, with no moving parts, PoE connectivity and low power requirements.
Wiltshire uses connected vehicle data to identify junction hazard
Wiltshire Council used three years of connected vehicle data and imagery to identify overgrown hedges as the cause of worsening braking and sightline problems at a Westbury junction. Vegetation was then cleared to restore visibility and signage.
ITS Australia summit to focus on road charging and future freight
ITS Australia’s Global Summit will take place in Melbourne from 22–24 September, with sessions on road-user charging, future freight, AI and quantum computing in transport.
Urban design plan approved for Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway upgrades
Victoria has approved the urban design plan for Eastern Freeway upgrades between Hoddle Street and Burke Road in Melbourne. The project will add freeway capacity, bus lanes, traffic-management technology and walking and cycling connections.
Axis launches three on-camera licence-plate recognition kits
Axis Communications has launched three all-in-one licence-plate recognition camera kits for slow-speed and free-flow traffic. The 2MP and 3MP systems run License Plate Verifier on-camera and support access control and integration with third-party video-management systems.
OmniAir confirms six demonstrators for ITSMW26 mobility technology pavilion
OmniAir has confirmed six live demonstrators for its ITSMW26 Outdoor Demonstration Pavilion in Dublin, Ohio. The public showcase will feature V2X communications, security infrastructure, sensing and roadway-safety technologies alongside the ITS Midwest Conference & Expo.
