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📍 Mobile mapping plays a huge role in urban development. Which of these reasons is the most important in your opinion? 1️⃣ Infrastructure planning 2️⃣ Smart traffic management 3️⃣ Public transport efficiency 4️⃣ Road safety We'd love to know your views! Which reason is most important to you? 1, 2, 3 or 4? 🚀💬 #mobilemapping #realitycapture #nationalmapping #AIInfraSolutions

Here's a great video briefly explaining the robust traffic datasets currently being collected with MetroCount technology for the #GympieRoadBypassTunnell project in #Queensland. Thanks to Bart Mellish, Minister for Transport and Main Roads, and Marty Prowse from Matrix Traffic and Transport Data, who explained how this data will ensure the best #RoadSafety and efficiency outcomes for this large #Infrastructure project. It's great to see appreciation of reliable, accurate and complete datasets at the very beginning of a project, as this will lay the foundation for everything to come! Department of Transport and Main Roads Road Safety Authority Queensland Civil Infrastructure Projects

Breaking News! The U.S. Department of Transportation just announced that it is awarding $60 million in grants to accelerate V2X deployment. Today, Intelligent Transportation Society of America President & CEO Laura Demeo Chace joined Shailen Bhatt, Adminstrator of the Federal Highway Administration, Dr. Robert C. Hampshire, Deputy Assistant Secretary and Chief Science Officer of the USDOT Research and Technology, Carlos Braceras of the Utah Department of Transportation, Erin Mendenhall, Mayor of Salt Lake City Corporation, and Jay Fox of Utah Transit Authority. Utah DOT and its partners were awarded a grant for the “Connecting the West” project, which was submitted in partnership with Colorado DOT, Wyoming DOT, and the City and County of Denver. This project will enhance collaboration among these authorities, who all have mature and proven V2X systems, to create a cohesive, interoperable network. In Maricopa County, the grant will be put to work utilizing innovative solutions to improve mobility and safety throughout the region. Working with private and public agency partners, the County will lead a large-scale deployment of V2X technologies relying on 5.9 GHz communications to connect 750 physical and virtual roadside units with an estimated 400 onboard units targeting transit, emergency, and freight fleets. The 750 intersection upgrades would represent 25% of all intersections in the county. The Texas Transportation Institute project will build momentum for V2X by implementing signal phase and timing expansion, flood warning integration, VRU identification, and rail crossing integration, among other uses. The outcome will be a cutting-edge, interconnected network that not only enhances safety and mobility but also serves as a reference implementation for the future of connected transportation. This deployment will create a multi-regional operations environment across a population area of more than five million people and hundreds of thousands of daily trips on 300 miles of the National Highway System utilizing the communications spectrum and companion technologies to dramatically expand current outreach mechanisms. Read more on ITS America's release here: https://lnkd.in/gHkKr7VW Read the USDOT release here: https://lnkd.in/e8PBhjaY

Mobile mapping is revolutionizing road and highway monitoring, and Castle Surveys Ltd are using this innovative technology to benefit our clients while significantly reducing carbon emissions. By minimising the traffic disruptions typically caused by traditional survey methods, mobile mapping offers a more efficient approach, resulting in a lower carbon footprint due to the time saved. Additionally, this technology enhances safety by reducing workforce exposure to high-risk environments and helps to keep traffic moving smoothly throughout the process. As industries shift toward more sustainable infrastructure, Castle Surveys deploys mobile mapping techniques to deliver accurate, efficient, and cost-effective geospatial data. This enables our clients to make informed decisions, ensuring the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their projects. To discover how Castle Surveys can help you reduce your carbon footprint and improve project efficiency through mobile mapping technology, please get in touch. #MobileMapping #RoadMonitoring #HighwayMonitoring #leicester Leicester City Council #SustainableInfrastructure #CarbonFootprint #EfficientTechnology #SurveyingSolutions #InfrastructureSustainability #TrafficManagement #leicageosystems #trimble #navvis

Explore the latest installment of our podcast, Navigating By Gradient, which explores the intricacies of SS4A (Safe Streets and Roads for All) and its influence on the future of public safety in our newest series. This episode is helpful for anyone involved with a public entity, providing insights and actionable advice on maximizing the benefits of the SS4A program. For those in the midst of drafting a grant application for SS4A or any other funding initiative, our team is ready to offer comprehensive support. Committed to your preparedness ahead of the deadline, we encourage you to seek our assistance without delay. We are here to ensure your success! #PublicSafety #NavigatingByGradient #SS4A #GrantApplication #GrantWriting #Podcast #GradientSystematics #Safety #AI

This year, several cities and organizations have been awarded grants under the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. The projects funded demonstrate a strong commitment to enhancing road safety, improving infrastructure, and embracing innovative solutions to protect all road users. Here are some key themes with significant spatial relevance that have emerged among the award winners: Spatial Analysis for Enhanced Safety: Many projects emphasize the importance of spatial analysis to identify high-risk areas and inform strategic safety improvements. By leveraging spatial data, cities can pinpoint locations that require intervention and deploy targeted measures to reduce accidents and save lives. Vision Zero Initiatives: A recurring theme is the adoption of Vision Zero principles aimed at eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries. Several projects are integrating Vision Zero strategies to create safer, more equitable transportation systems through data-driven approaches and community engagement. Real-Time Data Monitoring: The implementation of real-time data monitoring systems is becoming increasingly common. By using advanced technologies, cities can continuously assess traffic conditions, monitor the effectiveness of safety measures, and make data-informed decisions to enhance roadway safety. Community Engagement and Equity: Engaging with communities to ensure equitable distribution of safety measures is crucial. Many projects highlight the importance of involving local stakeholders in the planning and implementation process to address the unique needs of different neighborhoods and ensure fair access to safe transportation. The collective efforts of these projects will undoubtedly contribute to making our streets safer for everyone. #RoadSafety #VisionZero #SpatialAnalysis #SafeStreets #TransportationInnovation Esri

Discover how digital innovation is reshaping the future of UK highways, from smarter infrastructure to enhanced safety and efficiency. Highways (UK) Limited is embracing cutting-edge tech to pave the way for a more connected and sustainable road network. Learn more from Re-flow Field Management here: https://bit.ly/4ez0tTi #digitaltransformation

AI Technology is a Game Changer in the field of #pavementmaintenance #pavementpreservation #pavementmanagement Pavement Management Group PMG partners with Municipalities to provide turn-key pavement management solutions that allows clients to focus on what matters most, the day-to-day maintenance, operations, and critical services they provide to the citizens of their communities. PMG is innovative, leveraging A.I systems and high-definition video to produce standardized, objective, and cost-effective roadway condition insights and analytics. PMG’s services streamline the time, cost, and effort typically associated with pavement management programs resulting in a managed, data-driven approach to the annual roadway maintenance and repair budget. #visionary #proactive #strategic #preventative #innovative #hitech #AI #hightechnology #costefficient Asphalt ROMCO Paving Division Roads and Transport Authority BC Road Builders' RoadShow Municipal Property Assessment Corporation Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM) NYS Department of Transportation SafeRoads Saferoads RoadSafetyUAE.com Roadsafety-rss

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High Speed Rail Project Phase II - EIR/EIS Planning in Process for southern California. View the proposed routes here. HSR ArcGIS interactive map https://buildhsr.com/map/ The high-speed rail system planned for California will eventually encompass over 800 miles of rail, with up to 24 stations. Because the project is so large, and will run through areas of the state with extremely different geographical, environmental and economic issues, the project has been broken into ten separate sections. Each of the sections will go through the same individual Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement (#EIR #EIS) before significant work can begin in the area. Phase 2 is the future program extensions from Merced to Sacramento and from #LosAngeles to #SanDiego via the #InlandEmpire that would complete the 800 miles of the system. It is important to advance Phase 2 planning so connectivity improvements are made in anticipation of future high-speed rail service. We are working closely with #localpartners to advance Phase 2 planning activities between Los Angeles and San Diego, Merced and Sacramento, and over the #AltamontCorridor. https://lnkd.in/e2zN3Ggt #HighSpeedRail #SanBernardino, #Riverside and #SanDiego County Phase in yellow.