- Kapsch TrafficCom Introduces World's First Light-Powered Toll Transponder
- HNTB Opinion Survey Reveals Public Support For Mileage-Based User Fees
- Tiny Bhutan Explores Solutions, Including Congestion Pricing, For Traffic And Pollution Problems
- These are just some of the toll industry developments TRN is following.
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Kapsch TrafficCom Introduces World's First Light-Powered Toll Transponder
Kapsch TrafficCom announced its introduction of Elumian, “the world’s first light-powered transponder designed to push the boundaries of innovation in the intelligent transportation industry.” The device (model TRP-4010-40E), does not rely on direct sunlight and can gather light from a variety of sources, natural, ambient, or artificial, to power its internal battery. “This flexibility not only increases the transponders’ lifespan but also enhances resource efficiency, making it a more sustainable choice for tolling systems globally,” Kapsch stated. Elumian uses Powerfoyle™ technology developed by Exeger, a Kapsch partner based in Sweden. Kapsch TrafficCom is the exclusive vendor for Powerfoyle in the tolling transponder market. The new transponders will reduce distribution and disposal costs associated with conventional transponders.
Kapsch CTO Alfredo Escriba commented, “Elumian represents a fundamental shift in how we approach sustainability within our industry. With its extended lifespan and reduced need for replacements, Elumian helps our customers make more environmentally responsible decisions without compromising on performance or quality.”
Kapsch TrafficCom is showcasing its tolling and traffic management solutions at the ITS World Congress 2024 taking place this week in Dubai. Attendees are invited to visit the Kapsch booth (H5-E7) to learn about the firm’s innovations to improve highway efficiency, sustainability, and safety.
ETC Systems Kapsch Transponder RFID Technology Transportation and Infrastructure Research & DevelopmentHNTB Opinion Survey Reveals Public Support For Mileage-Based User Fees
With the amount and buying power of fuel taxes diminishing, more than 80 percent of US adults are willing to explore new methods of funding road maintenance and repair, according to the results of HNTB’s 2024 America THINKS public opinion survey. The annual survey “seeks to understand the priorities and opportunities that the American public sees on issues critical to transportation infrastructure and mobility through public opinion polling.” Conducted in late July, the survey explored a random nationwide sample of 1,000 Americans.
Although the results show that 60 percent of those polled believe mileage-based user fees are the “fairest” method of funding, they also reveal that two-thirds of the respondents are uninformed about current funding methods and the range of alternatives to fuel taxation. Fifty percent say the current level of investment in the nation’s roads and highways is inadequate.
HNTB issued a news release on the annual poll. A brief online report summarizes the findings.
Economic & Social Considerations Affecting Transportation Highway-Tunnel-Bridge Maintenance HNTB Public Outreach And Communication Road Use Charging (RUC-MBUF-VMT)Tiny Bhutan Explores Solutions, Including Congestion Pricing, For Traffic And Pollution Problems
Kuensel reports, the remote Kingdom of Bhutan in South Asia — population 791,000 — “is set to introduce higher vehicle registration fees and toll charges for vehicles entering the capital. These measures are part of the government’s strategy to control vehicle numbers and curb traffic congestion in [the capital city of Thimphu].” The government finance ministry has tasked the Bhutan Construction and Transport Authority with developing a “differentiated registration system” to address a rapid increase in vehicles that has contributed to congestion, pollution, and infrastructure strain. At the same time, the Department of Surface Transport is “exploring toll fees as a road pricing strategy to further manage congestion.”
Bhutan Congestion Pricing Environmental Protection Policies Procedures And Initiatives Road Use Charging (RUC-MBUF-VMT)These are just some of the toll industry developments TRN is following.
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