Smart City & Utility Industry News

New Project (Full-Scale)Mobility and TrafficMassachusetts Bay Transportation AuthorityControl TechnologiesUSA

Boston Expands Transit Signal Priority to Improve Bus Speed and Reliability

Jan 31, 2025

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and the City of Boston are collaborating on a citywide expansion of Transit Signal Priority (TSP) to enhance bus speed and reliability. This initiative follows a successful pilot program along...

Upcoming projectMobility and TrafficGreece

Heraklion to Introduce Smart Parking System by Late 2025

Jan 31, 2025

Heraklion’s ongoing parking challenges may see relief with the introduction of a modern, sensor-based parking system by late 2025. Funded by the Smart Cities program and the Recovery Fund, the project will add 800 general-use parking spots, 400...

Upcoming projectBuilding EfficiencyEuropean Regional Development FundItaly

Lazio (Latium) Region Launches €60 Million Tender for Energy Efficiency in Public Buildings

Jan 31, 2025

The Latium (Lazio) region has initiated a €60 million tender aimed at improving energy efficiency in public buildings. The initiative, funded under the European Regional Development Fund (FEDER) for Latium 2021-2027, targets municipalities with...

PartnershipEnergyIoT and Smart City PlatformItalgasSikuroItaly

Italgas Partners with Startups to Boost Digitalisation and Sustainability Efforts

Jan 30, 2025

Italgas has selected five startups to collaborate on its ‘Ideas 4 Italgas’ innovation programme, aimed at advancing digital transformation and sustainability across its operations. Chosen from over 60 applicants, these startups will develop...

Public FundingWaterOfwatChallenge WorksUK

Ofwat Launches £400 Million Fund to Drive Water Sector Transformation Over Next Five Years

Jan 30, 2025

Ofwat, the economic regulator for England and Wales’ water sector, has announced a £400 million innovation fund to support transformative projects addressing critical challenges in the industry. The fund, which doubles the previous £200...

New Project (Full-Scale)VideosurveillanceGorillaThailand

Thailand Implements AI Surveillance System Following High-Profile Kidnapping

Jan 30, 2025

Thailand is enhancing security in its tourist hubs by deploying an AI-powered smart city surveillance system. The initiative, developed in partnership with UK-based Gorilla Technology Group, aims to improve safety through facial recognition, license...

PartnershipWaterKETOSSiemens

KETOS and Siemens Collaborate to Advance Global Water Management with AI and Robotics

Jan 30, 2025

KETOS, a water intelligence expert, has partnered with Siemens to develop advanced solutions for water management in industrial and municipal sectors. The collaboration focuses on integrating AI, robotics, and IoT technologies to improve water...

Mergers and AcquisitionsEnvironmental MonitoringWellSatIknaia Limited

WellStat Acquires UK’s Iknaia to Boost Air Quality Monitoring and Energy Management Solutions

Jan 28, 2025

WellStat, a U.S.-based specialist in energy management and air quality solutions, has acquired UK-based Iknaia Limited, including its Airscan product line. The move aims to strengthen WellStat’s global presence and enhance its portfolio with...

Mergers and AcquisitionsEnergySmart GridConnectMMHz Invensys

ConnectM Acquires MHz Invensys to Enhance Wireless Communication Solutions

Jan 27, 2025

ConnectM Technology Solutions has acquired MHz Invensys, a developer of wireless communication products, in an all-stock transaction. The deal includes MHz Invensys’ intellectual property assets, and its founders will join ConnectM as part of the...

Calls for ProjectsWaterEIT

EIT Launches Call for Proposals to Establish New Water Innovation Partnership

Jan 27, 2025

The European Institute of Innovation & Technology (EIT) has opened a call to create a new sustainable innovation partnership, EIT Water, aimed at strengthening Europe’s water, marine, and maritime sectors. The initiative, part of the EU’s...