The PTV Visum transportation planning solution is being used by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDoT) to strengthen and further develop its transportation system.
PTV says there 343.6 million vehicle miles are travelled on the US state’s highways every day, and public transportation accounts for around 218 million annual transit passenger trips.
FDoT is setting out to ensure a safe mobility and transportation system with a fully integrated multi-resolution modelling solution based on PTV technology.
The new travel demand modelling tool is expected to provide a decision-making base to develop transportation strategies for the entire state and across multiple transportation modes.
The tool analyses the traffic situation status quo and forecasts and measures the effects of development planning, the company adds.
According to PTV, this enables them to assess different strategies and multiple ‘what if’ scenarios for different modes of transport such as private, public, shared and even autonomous.
PTV CEO Christian U. Haas says: “FDoT has expressed its commitment to building a transportation system that not only fits the needs of Florida’s residents and visitors and enhances mobility throughout the state but also preserves the quality of life and environment.”
The travel demand tool will be rolled out by 2023.
