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🚍 Smarter, faster, more reliable buses with Tees Valley’s Traffic Digital Twin We’re proud to announce that the Tees Valley Traffic Digital Twin, powered by Aimsun, is now fully operational at the region’s Urban Traffic Management & Control (UTMC) centre in Middlesbrough. This cutting-edge system is designed to: ✅ Detect delays early ✅ Cut bus journey times ✅ Improve punctuality across ten key routes By combining AI, advanced modelling, and real-time data from roadside sensors and the Department for Transport (DfT), United Kingdom Bus Open Data Service, the digital twin can automatically identify late-running buses and help the UTMC team take action in real time. 💬 Cllr Steve Harker, Cabinet Member for Transport and Infrastructure, said: “We’re not just upgrading our transport network – we’re making it smarter, faster, and more reliable. The Digital Twin shows what our region can do when we harness the best of technology.” The system is richly complemented by Yutraffic FUSION from Yunex Traffic, which uses real-time data to adjust traffic light timings to improve traffic flows. Huge congratulations to Sean Fryer, Andrea Reacroft and the teams at Tees Valley Combined Authority, Aimsun and Yunex Traffic 👏 💛 .

🚦 TVCA: Making journeys faster, buses more reliable, and the Tees Valley transport network smarter 🚍 Incredibly proud to share that two transformative transport technology projects we've had the privilege to deliver for Tees Valley Combined Authority are now live, and already delivering real results. 🖥 Aimsun’s Traffic Digital Twin, fully operational within the region’s Urban Traffic Management & Control centre, using AI and machine learning to help the team identify late-running buses in real time and adjust the network to keep services on track. With an initial focus on 10 key routes across the region, this innovative solution will be monitored closely, but is anticipated to make a real impact in making our bus services more reliable. 💡 Yunex Traffic’s FUSION Next Generation adaptive Control system is now running across 40% of our target junctions, with the remaining set to be delivered by 2026. Early monitoring & evaluation from the A66/A135 in Stockton has shown: Delays cut by nearly one-third on average Afternoon rush-hour waits reduced by 54% (when compared to its original operating method) Around 300 hours saved every year for road users at this junction alone These projects represent over £2 million of investment into digital transport infrastructure, delivering real benefits for commuters, bus passengers, and freight alike. Our ambitions towards faster journeys, cleaner air, and a more reliable transport network are no longer just aspirations, they’re becoming reality. The Programme Manager, Andrea Reacroft, and I would like to express our gratitude to our delivery partners at Aimsun, Yunex Traffic, and the UTMC team for their continued expertise and dedication in bringing these innovations to life. #TransportInnovation #SmartCities #DigitalSmartRegion #TeesValley #AI #DigitalTwin #TrafficManagement #BusPriority #ProjectDelivery 🚦🚗🚌 https://lnkd.in/euvdMvYg

Smart and Sustainable Mobility with UMAI Vision🚦🌱🤖   Today's 🏙️cities need smart solutions to cope with growing populations and complex traffic systems. To overcome challenges such as traffic congestion, safety risks, and environmental issues, AI-powered and connected transportation systems have become a necessity. These technologies play a critical role not only in managing traffic but also in creating sustainable and livable cities.    UMAI Vision enables cities to instantly adapt to dynamic traffic conditions with its innovative solutions that support this transformation. 📷🤖Traffic cameras, equipped with AI processing units, collect real-time data to predict changes in traffic flow. Smart 🚦traffic lights help reduce congestion and make city travel more sustainable. They also help cut carbon emissions.    UMAI Vision aims to build livable cities with a focus on innovation and sustainability, seeing smart transportation technologies as a strategic investment that shapes the future of cities.🚀🌍 #ArtificialIntelligence #SmartTraffic #TrafficManagement #SmartCity #RoadSafety #ANP #TrafficEnforcement #UrbanMobility #CityTech #DataDrivenSolutions #RoadSafety #UMAIVision #SmartMobility #Cameras #AISpiritofRoads  

🚇 When Underground infrastructure meets digital innovation At Skanio, we’re on a mission to radically simplify how building data is captured — turning complex, time-consuming site surveys into instant, high-fidelity digital twins. To do this efficiently in dense urban environments like Paris, logistics matter. A lot. That’s why the Paris Métro isn’t just public transport for us — it’s a key enabler of our operations. Using the underground network, our teams can move quickly between multiple sites in a single day, carrying compact scanning gear without the delays of surface traffic. This drastically improves our speed, reach, and cost-efficiency in surveying and data capture. Efficient mobility fuels better data. Better data powers better digital twins. And better digital twins unlock smarter, more sustainable buildings. #DigitalTwins #PropTech #UrbanLogistics #ParisMetro #ConstructionTech #SiteSurvey #Skanio #SmartBuildings #BIM

AI in Traffic Management: A Smarter Road to Decongestion Article Body: Urban traffic chaos has become a daily struggle for millions. From long commutes to rising emissions, unplanned infrastructure and outdated traffic systems are costing us time, money, and peace of mind. But there's hope—and it lies in Artificial Intelligence. AI is not just about robots or chatbots. It's about smart data-driven decisions, and nowhere is this more powerful than in traffic management and infrastructure planning. Here's how AI can revolutionize the way we move: 1. Smart Traffic Signals AI-powered adaptive signal control systems use real-time traffic data to adjust light cycles based on current road conditions. No more waiting at red lights when there's no cross traffic. Cities like Los Angeles and Singapore have already seen reductions in wait times and emissions using this tech. 2. Predictive Congestion Mapping By analyzing historical data, AI can predict peak congestion times and areas, enabling better planning of road use, diversions, and even public transport scheduling. This proactive approach reduces gridlocks before they even begin. 3. Data-Driven Infrastructure Design Traditional infrastructure planning is reactive. AI enables predictive infrastructure development—recommending the best types of intersections (e.g., roundabouts vs traffic lights), lane additions, or pedestrian crossings by simulating traffic flow scenarios before breaking ground. 4. Dynamic Route Optimization With AI, ride-sharing platforms, logistics companies, and city planners can dynamically reroute traffic based on live data. This doesn't just reduce congestion—it balances load across the entire network. 5. Accident Hotspot Analysis Machine learning can identify high-risk zones using past accident data and recommend corrective actions like better signage, improved lighting, or redesigned intersections. A Collaborative Future For this AI-powered vision to become reality, governments, urban planners, transport engineers, and tech companies must collaborate. It's not about replacing human expertise—but enhancing it with real-time intelligence. A city that plans better moves better. And with AI, we’re not just managing traffic—we’re designing smarter, safer, and more sustainable roads. #AIForGood #SmartCities #TrafficManagement #UrbanMobility #InfrastructurePlanning #ArtificialIntelligence #SmartInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #DataDrivenDecisions #FutureOfCities #RoadSafety #SustainableMobility #LondonTraffic #NYCTraffic #ParisCongestion #SmartCities #UrbanMobility #TrafficAI #DevelopedCityChallenges

 Future-proof your transit fleet with modular charging hubs. Cities grow, fleets expand, and tech evolves — your charging infrastructure should too. With QiOn’s modular megawatt-class hubs, transit agencies can: ✅ Start small and deploy fast — no endless permits ✅ Scale up as routes grow without costly rebuilds ✅ Adapt to new bus models & battery sizes seamlessly Our hubs are built for urban density and extreme conditions, cutting installation time while keeping your system flexible and resilient for the future. 🔑 Let’s build transit charging that grows with your city. #TransitElectrification #EVCharging #QiOn #SmartCities #FutureProof

From Brake Block to Growth Engine: How the Funkwerk Mobility Platform Is Transforming Passenger Information The mobility industry is at a turning point. Passengers now expect more than just punctual trains or buses — they demand real-time information, presented visually and audibly, seamlessly integrated into their journey. Flexibility, open interfaces, and scalability across international markets are no longer “nice-to-haves” — they’re non-negotiable. A few years ago, Funkwerk Systems GmbH faced a challenge familiar to many in the industry: our passenger information system had reached its limits. Rising maintenance costs, complex and fragile interfaces, outdated architecture, and the loss of expert knowledge through retirements were holding us back. Innovation slowed, even small changes became time-consuming, and meeting new market demands felt like pushing uphill. We knew we needed a radical shift — and that’s where the Funkwerk Mobility Platform was born. Our goal was to create a modern, scalable, future-proof solution that could serve not only the railway sector, but also public transport, metro systems, and smart city infrastructures. The Funkwerk Mobility Platform delivers visual and audible real-time information, integrates smoothly with third-party applications via open APIs, and is built for global markets. Instead of building fully custom solutions for every client, we focus on a robust standard that can be tailored in a defined scope — ensuring efficiency, scalability, and speed. Today, the platform is already in use across a variety of mobility projects, from major rail operators to urban transit systems. Our clients benefit from faster implementation, easier integration into existing infrastructure, and greater agility in responding to new demands. In short, the platform has become a true growth engine — for our customers and for us. Looking ahead, our vision is clear: with an AI-First approach, we’re taking passenger information to the next level. Artificial Intelligence will help optimize processes, adapt content dynamically, and make travel information smarter, more personalized, and more impactful than ever before. At a glance: 👍 Future-proof, scalable platform for rail, public transport, metro, and smart city 👍 Open APIs for quick, seamless integration with third-party solutions 👍 Standardized core with targeted customization for flexibility 👍 AI-First design for intelligent, dynamic passenger experiences If you’re ready to see how the Funkwerk Mobility Platform can transform passenger information for your network or city, let’s talk — the future is already boarding. #funkwerk #FunkwerkMobilityPlatform #MobilitySolutions #PassengerInformation

Great to see this study highlighting the potential of integrating connected vehicle, micromobility, and traditional detection data to deliver safer, more efficient, and sustainable transport networks. Our AGD radars are already playing that complementary role across the globe — providing the all-weather, high-accuracy roadside detection that ensures connected platforms have reliable data, even in areas with lower connected vehicle penetration. It’s technology working together to build smarter cities and safer streets. #ConnectedTransport #ITS #SmartCities #RoadSafety #AGDAustralasia #TrafficTechnology #VehicleDetection #PedestrianSafety

Revolutionizing Smart Mobility: Introducing the World's First Comprehensive AI-ITS-Pro V2X Ready Platform, Seamlessly Integrating Advanced Technology with Cutting-Edge Traffic Engineering Principles Successfully developed, demonstrated, and tested in New York City, our cutting-edge platform revolutionizes Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) with unparalleled accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and low maintenance. Designed to support all classes of roadways, including intersections, highways, and freeways, our platform offers a comprehensive solution for improving traffic safety, operational efficiency, and reducing congestion and air pollution. Key Features: 1. 24/7 Traffic Management System Monitoring & Maintenance 2. Traffic Management Center Operation 3. Traffic Data Collection for Optimized Signal Timings 4. Integration of AI-ITS technologies with cutting-edge traffic engineering principles 5. Traffic Operation Monitoring and Visualization 6. Multimodal Automated Mobility Counting and Statistics 7. Real-time HCM Traffic Analytics for planning, design, and traffic operations 8. Collision Avoidance and Traffic Safety Investigation 9. Video Loop Detection for traffic signal optimization 10. Early Warning System for Unauthorized Parking 11. CAV Collaborations 12. GIS-ready Solutions for Central Traffic Management 13. AI Agent for Instantaneous Autonomous Traffic Analysis 14. Construction Permit Compliance 15. V2X Technology for enhanced road safety and connectivity Benefits: • Precise data collection and analysis for informed decision-making • Cost-effective solution with exceptional value and performance • Low maintenance requirements for seamless operation • Comprehensive coverage of all road types and user categories • Great potential to improve traffic safety, operational efficiency, and reduce congestion and air pollution https://lnkd.in/ddfSJQHe

Hamburg isn’t talking Smart City – we’re living it. From mobility and logistics to renewable energy, life sciences, aviation, IT, and media: Hamburg’s Smart City approach is already reality. Ranked among the world’s top 20 (IMD 2025) and #2 in Germany (Bitkom 2024), the city leads with digital, efficient, people-centred systems tied to climate goals – from low-emission logistics to AI-driven virtual power plants. Here are just a few examples: 🚆 Smart mobility: With automated metro lines, an all-electric bus fleet, and the “hvv switch” app combining public transport and sharing options, Hamburg makes urban travel seamless and sustainable. New Mobility Solutions Hamburg GmbH 💻 Digital infrastructure: Real-time traffic data, AI-powered traffic lights, and open data platforms enable smarter planning – not just for the city, but also for startups, services, and citizens. 🧮 Quantum innovation on the rise: At the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative, quantum computing takes flight – the first full-stack ion trap quantum computer demonstrator made entirely in Germany is now operational. 🚁 Urban Air Mobility in action: Hamburg is home to Europe’s first urban drone infrastructure platform and Germany’s first dedicated test airspace for civil drone traffic – supporting applications from medical delivery to infrastructure inspection. Hydrogen-powered drones offer a glimpse into zero-emission air transport. ZAL Center of Applied Aeronautical Research 💡 Smart funding for smart futures: Hamburg is mobilising over €50 million for deep-tech startups. The new Startup Factory Impossible Founders has secured €10 million in federal funding, complemented by more than €40 million from Hamburg companies and foundations, to accelerate science-based spin-outs. It’s not just about technology – it’s about making everyday life better, more connected, and more sustainable. © Mediaserver Hamburg / Christian Brandes    #SmartCity  #DigitalTransformation  #Hamburg  #Hamburginvest  #futurehamburg