Imtech: breakthrough for ImFlow, a new generation adaptive traffic control system
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
* Real-time translation of traffic policy becomes possible
Gouda - Royal Imtech N.V. (IM-AE, technical services provider in and outside
Europe) announces that ImFlow, a high-tech adaptive traffic control system, has
been launched successfully onto the international traffic market. This new
Imtech technology enables real-time translation of traffic policy. Imtech is
responsible for traffic control in various large European cities and has a
substantial order book worth tens of millions of euro. ImFlow optimises traffic
control through better utilisation of existing traffic infrastructure, improving
traffic flow and reducing environmental pollution. ImFlow recently won the
prestigious international Intertraffic Innovation Award. A new order has also
been won in Dublin.
René van der Bruggen, CEO Imtech: 'Effective and sustainable transport is of
vital importance to the economy and the environment in a city or region. ImFlow
makes it possible to translate traffic policy objectives into real-time, state-
of-the-art traffic control. Traffic congestion and wasted vehicle hours are
reduced. Public transport performance is improved, emissions are reduced
significantly and traffic flow and the accessibility of cities in a region
improve considerably. With ImFlow a huge step is being taken in the
international traffic market.'
Adaptive and real-time traffic policy is possible
ImFlow is a flexible traffic control system that can be utilised at
intersections, corridors and large city networks. The uniqueness of ImFlow is
its real-time adaptive algorithm that automatically translates policy into
optimal traffic flow. ImFlow supports multi-criteria optimisation at network,
route and intersection levels. Policy objectives can be defined for each level,
with local policy also being awarded a certain 'weight'. This introduces balance
in prioritising the various traffic streams, such as slow-moving traffic, public
transport, car traffic, heavy goods traffic and emergency services.
Countless applications to improve traffic flow and environment
Public transport is given smart priority, but ImFlow also gives information to
pedestrians and cyclists about the remaining waiting time for traffic lights.
ImFlow can even communicate with individual vehicles that use the newest
(cooperative) technology. Vehicles 'give' information that's relevant to traffic
control, and drivers receive information and advice about current waiting times
for traffic lights and congestion, which enables them to contribute towards
better traffic flow. Other applications include: design of traffic circulation
plans, dynamic 'green' waves, combating cut-through driving, prioritising
emergency services and eco-driving for heavy goods traffic for an improved city
environment.
Recent order in Dublin
Imtech (via the Peek business unit) submitted a proposal to Dublin City Council
to maintain and manage the traffic control equipment. Introducing new methods to
manage the accessibility of technical traffic services in Dublin. This has
resulted in a five-year maintenance contract with the possibility of a three-
year extension. Imtech will maintain the traffic lights at approximately 800
locations in the city, as well as the adaptive traffic control system. The glass
fibre communications network, including transmission equipment, and
approximately 1,800 illuminated traffic bollards for public lighting are also
part of the contract. Imtech is also replacing or improving existing induction
detection loops. Via service specialists' PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants) the
fault management system receives online communication of service updates,
guaranteeing high-quality and efficient traffic system maintenance. The contract
provides a solid base for further growth of the Imtech business in Ireland;
including additional traffic systems and public lighting services.
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Media: Analysts & Investors:
Pieter Koenders Jeroen Leenaers
Director Corporate Communications Manager Investor Relations
T: +31 655 74 65 85 T: +31 182 54 35 04
E: pieter.koenders(at)imtech.eu E: jeroen.leenaers(at)imtech.eu
www.imtech.eu www.imtech.eu
Imtech profile
Royal Imtech N.V. is a European technical services provider in the fields of
electrical solutions, ICT (information and communication technology) and
mechanical solutions. With 28,600 employees, Imtech achieves annual revenue of
more than 5.1 billion euro. Imtech holds strong positions in the buildings and
industry markets in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria,
Eastern Europe, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the UK, Ireland, Turkey and Spain, the
European markets of ICT and Traffic as well as in the global marine market. In
total Imtech serves 23,000 customers. Imtech offers added value with integrated
and multidisciplinary total solutions that lead to better business processes and
more efficiency for customers and the customers they, in their turn, serve.
Imtech also offers solutions that contribute towards a sustainable society, for
example in the areas of energy, the environment, water and mobility. Imtech
shares are listed on the NYSE Euronext Amsterdam, where Imtech is included in
the Midkap Index. Imtech shares are also included in the Dow Jones STOXX 600
index.
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