Smart City & Utility Industry News

New Project (Full-Scale)VideosurveillanceMobility and TrafficSAFEgroup AutomationAustralia

Adelaide Implements AI Cameras to Improve Traffic Flow and Safety

Apr 9, 2025

Adelaide has introduced AI-powered cameras to reduce traffic congestion and enhance road safety in key suburbs. The new system, a first for South Australia, has been installed in Penfield, Paradise, and Old Noarlunga. Developed by SAFEgroup...

Mergers and AcquisitionsEV ChargingEVSEEngieAustralia

EVSE Expands Australia-NZ Charging Network with ENGIE Acquisition

Apr 9, 2025

Sydney-based EV charging provider EVSE has broadened its network by acquiring ENGIE’s electric vehicle charging assets in Australia and New Zealand. The deal adds over 230 high-traffic locations, including major sites like Chadstone Shopping...

Upcoming projectWasteItaly

Drones to Monitor Illegal Waste Dumping in Ventimiglia

Apr 9, 2025

The Italian town of Ventimiglia will deploy seven drones to combat illegal waste dumping, funded by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). The initiative, supported by the Ministry of Ecological Transition, aims to enhance waste...

New ProductEnvironmental MonitoringAxis Communications

Axis Communications Launches its First Environmental Sensors

Apr 9, 2025

Axis Communications has introduced two new indoor air quality sensors, the AXIS D6210 and AXIS D6310, designed to monitor pollutants, vaping, and smoking while measuring humidity and temperature. Both sensors were developed in-house to enhance air...

Upcoming projectStreet LightingSpain

Llíria to Modernize Public Lighting with €6 Million Project

Apr 9, 2025

The city of Llíria in Spain will invest €6.15 million to replace 87% of its public lighting with energy-efficient LED technology. The project, set for completion within 12 months, will upgrade 5,061 light points across industrial zones, the...

New Project (Full-Scale)V2XMobility and TrafficMonotchVodafoneNetherlands

V2X STEP integration with UDAP to Enhance Dutch Emergency Response

Apr 9, 2025

Vodafone has integrated its Safer Transport for Europe Platform (STEP) with the Netherlands’ Urban Data Access Platform (UDAP) to improve emergency vehicle response times and road safety. The integration enables real-time data sharing between...

Mergers and AcquisitionsSmart CityDigicomm InternationalEasystreet Systems

Digicomm International Acquires EasyStreet Systems to Enhance Smart Infrastructure Solutions

Apr 9, 2025

Digicomm International, a telecommunications distributor and manufacturer, has acquired EasyStreet Systems, a developer of smart composite poles and intelligent infrastructure solutions. The deal aims to strengthening Digicomm’s position in the...

New Project (Pilot)Mobility and TrafficUrbioticaParkitItaly

Reggio Emilia Introduces Smart Parking System to Reduce Traffic Congestion

Apr 9, 2025

Reggio Emilia has implemented a smart parking guidance system using Urbiotica’s IoT sensors in collaboration with Parkit. The system aims to optimize parking management and improve urban mobility by reducing unnecessary traffic caused by drivers...

FundingEnergyGrid EdgeCentrica

Grid Edge Secures €3.3M to Tackle Energy Price Fluctuations

Apr 9, 2025

Birmingham-based Grid Edge, an AI-driven energy management firm, has raised €3.3M (£2.8M) in a funding round led by Mercia Ventures, with participation from Centrica, BP Ventures, and private investors. The investment, pending approval under the...

FundingEnergyGradyentBlue Earth Capital

Rotterdam’s Gradyent Secures €28M for Smart Heating and Cooling Solutions

Apr 3, 2025

Rotterdam-based Gradyent, a developer of digital twin technology for heating and cooling systems, has raised €28 million in a growth funding round. The investment was led by Blue Earth Capital, with participation from SEB Greentech Venture...