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Radar detection specialist AGD Systems will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 to showcase its traffic and pedestrian control solutions which include the new large-zone, IP-capable, real-time video 645 Pedestrian Detector and the 318 and 350 traffic control radars. Designed for the smart city, these ITS products all deliver ease of deployment, integration and setup to allow maximum flexibility for evolving traffic models. User communication with these traffic and pedestrian control devices is wireless

Class-leading performance and cost savings are two of the prime themes for enforcement specialist Truvelo at this year’s Intertraffic Amsterdam. In particular, changes to the D-Cam P speed/red light enforcement system have resulted in a more cost-efficient Type-Approved solution, the benefits of which are ready to be passed on to the customer. “D-Cam P now uses the square-section IntegraPost which replaces the previous round-section mounting,” says Calvin Hutt, sales and marketing director with Truvelo

Delta will, as usual, be present at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 showing and demonstrating its range of retroreflectometer instruments. Since the last event, the company has launched RetroSign GRX, its third-generation instrument for measuring retroreflection of road traffic signs, high visibility clothing, conspicuity tapes and number plates. RetroSign GRX is able to measure up to seven observation angles simultaneously, up to eight entrance angles using smart adapters, and offers many new features like

Kistler will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 to launch the KiTraffic WIM systems which serve a number of traffic and road monitoring applications, including gathering traffic data, collecting toll fees, protecting road infrastructure, and detecting vehicle overloading. These systems make use of compact and maintenance-free Lineas sensors that are integrated into the road itself and can be adjusted, based on the road material. The systems monitor vehicles at varying speeds and on virtually infinite numbers

LimeBike has launched its electric-assist bike fleet in Seattle with the intention of providing a quicker and more affordable option to riders than driving or using ride-sharing services. The bikes cost users $1 (71p) to unlock and $0.10 (7p) per minute of riding time. Called Lime-E, the bikes come with a maximum speed of 14.8 mph and with power that can automatically adjust to adapt to the riders' natural pedal experience. In the coming months, LimeBike plans to deploy its service to South Carolina and

Transport for London (TfL) has launched a policy statement in response to changes in the private hire industry and new services available. It aims to keep the capital at the forefront of regulating taxi and private hire services while maintaining the safety of passengers. As part of a series of changes to increase industry standards, TfL is advancing regulations to assess private hire drivers and applicants on safeguarding, disability, equality and knowledge of private hire vehicle (PHV) legislation as

Californian public transportation service Western Contra Costa Transit Authority's (WestCat's) fleet of 45 buses is now running on My Neste Renewable Diesel to help slash emissions. The fuel is designed with the intention of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% and reducing engine-out emissions. In addition, WestCat has claimed that the fuel transition has led to a reduction in the maintenance required for emissions equipment and internal engine components.

Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HTT) has signed agreements with the North Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency and Illinois' Department of Transportation to conduct a feasibility study in the region with several corridors connecting Cleveland to Chicago. The location, according to Andrea La Mendola, chief global operations office of HTT, was chosen based on the manufacturing, raw materials and the hard working people to make it happen. HTT has formed a regional consortium around the project to includ

Canadian-based Electra Meccanica (EM) has selected Ricardo to integrate a wireless electric vehicle charging system from Qualcomm into a planned autonomous version of its one-seater Solo electric vehicle (EV). The project aims to enable self-driving vehicles to be an option for future mobility services. Qualcomm's Halo system uses resonant magnetic induction to transfer energy wirelessly from a ground-based pad to one integrated within the vehicle. It is then used to recharge the battery while aiming

French company Eco-Counter will highlight several new products at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018, including the Citix-3D, Zelt inductive loops, and Eco-Display Compact. The Eco-Counter is a wide-range counter capable of automatically counting and differentiating pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles simultaneously. The company says the technology used is the result of five years of R&D, in partnership with a top European Research Lab (CEA), and 15+ years of industry-leading expertise. It is protected by six

Watts Street Furniture, a first-time exhibitor at Intertraffic Amsterdam, will feature its Impact Flex Bollard. This 100% weather- proof, scratch resistant bollard can be driven over/hit and will revert back to the upright position again without causing any damage to the ground or the bollard itself. The Impact Flex has the appearance of a normal bollard and is available in both contemporary and heritage designs. Made from no-maintenance and cost-efficient polyurethane (Terrathane), it has a fully

Dynniq, which offers integrated mobility, parking and energy solutions and services, will feature new innovations at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018, which will be presented through a unique virtual reality (VR) experience and several highly engaging talks and workshops. The Dynniq CrossCycle is an app that provides extra services to cyclists. Cyclists approaching a traffic light are detected earlier than at the stop bar, when they would be able to push the button. It means an individual cyclist has a

Iteris will be at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 with a focus on smart cities. As the company points out, a smart city is fueled by data: Iteris is a provider of that necessary data to help improve mobility throughout communities and get any city on the road to becoming a smart city. Iteris will be highlighting its smart sensor detection and performance analytics. These provide government agencies and transportation stakeholders around the world with the necessary data to improve mobility

Lector Vision, an international specialist in artificial vision that enables a wide range of applications in the traffic and transport sector, will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 for the world launch of two innovative new products – the Cube camera and Traffic Guard, a ground-breaking software analytics development that was funded by the Spanish government. The company’s Cube camera was developed in-house at Lector Vision’s Madrid headquarters and has a wide range of applications, including tolling

Hub Parking Technology will showcase new innovations at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018, including a smart analytics solution and a set of innovative mobile applications. The company says it constantly pushes boundaries to pioneer and develop smart, innovative solutions designed to enhance both the operator and end user experience and its new smart analytics innovation is a good example. The solution allows for capturing new data and critical performance metrics from multiple parking facilities at the push of

Daktronics, a world leader in digital display technology with 70% of the US ITS market share and 30+ years’ experience in the ITS market in Europe, plans to use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 to unveil a major innovation which the company says is a game-changer for the market. Full details of the new product – a next-generation digital display for traffic applications – will be revealed on the opening day of Intertraffic when the company introduces its global launch. “Our new product is the result of

Flir ITS will use Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 to showcase Dual Vision Technology (DVT), combining best-in-class thermal imaging detection and HD visual imaging to provide a complete traffic monitoring solution for road and tunnel operators. Moreover, DVT has the exceptional functionality of detecting fire at an early stage, together with see-through-smoke capabilities. Flir’s C-ITS technology promises major benefits in mobility applications, such as traffic signal priority for public transport and

Jenoptik will use its presence at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 to present its latest solutions for traffic law enforcement and civil security, as well as to highlight the worldwide success of its solutions and systems. Jenoptik’s traffic law enforcement solutions are increasing road safety with advanced traffic surveillance technology, including the TraffiStar SR390, globally used for speed and red light enforcement. It is a fully-fledged system in a compact single-pole solution: the TraffiTower

Geveko Markings has addressed the situation in which road authorities or other road marking clients are asking for roads to be marked when the roads are too moist or wet. With the company’s ViaTherm Viking, the application window for bulk thermoplastic is increased and the application season is prolonged. ViaTherm Viking is a thermoplastic road marking material specially developed for application during early spring and late autumn, when there tends to be moisture on the roads. It has special adhesion

Kapsch, a world- leading company in meeting the challenges of traffic and mobility management, will display at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2018 its latest products and services innovations and highlight its integrated mobility solutions related to smart, safe and sustainable mobility for cities, highways and tunnels.