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PartnershipMobility and TrafficThe Iowa Department of TransportationQ-FreeUSA

Iowa DOT Partners with Q-Free to Upgrade Statewide Traffic Management System

Jun 16, 2025

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) has signed a multi-year agreement with Q-Free to modernize its Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) using Q-Free’s Kinetic Mobility platform. The upgrade includes multiple Kinetic Mobility...

Public FundingMobility and TrafficUSA

Kansas Allocates $4.5 Million for AI and Drone-Based Transportation Projects

Jun 16, 2025

Kansas is investing in advanced technology to modernize its transportation systems. Over $4.5 million in state funding will support 20 projects under the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Innovative Technology Program. The initiatives...

New Project (Full-Scale)Environmental MonitoringMobility and TrafficKlimatorStian Brenden MaskinserviceNorway

Stian Brenden Maskinservice Partner with Klimator for a Five-Year Winter Road Maintenance Contract in Norway

Jun 16, 2025

Klimator has signed a five-year agreement to provide winter road maintenance solutions Stian Brenden Maskinservice, a Norwegian road maintenance company. An initial contract value of approximately €110,000. About €45,000 worth of products will...

New Project (Full-Scale)Environmental MonitoringPano AICanada

Expanded Wildfire Camera Network to Enhance Early Detection in B.C.

Jun 16, 2025

The Province of British Columbia is expanding a camera network designed to improve wildfire detection and emergency response through a partnership with the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO). Following a successful trial in 2024 with...

New Project (Pilot)WaterSAUR GroupXylemFrance

Morbihan Region in France to Test Remote Water Meter Reading in 10 Municipalities

Jun 16, 2025

Ten municipalities in the Morbihan region will trial remote water meter reading by December 2026. Around 18,500 meters will be equipped with devices that transmit daily consumption data via a secure radio network. The project, led by Golfe du...

New Project (Full-Scale)EnergyAcegasApsAmgaSiemensItaly

Siemens and AcegasApsAmga Launch Grid Modernization Project in Trieste

Jun 16, 2025

Italian utility AcegasApsAmga has begun a project using Siemens’ Gridscale X technology to enhance power grid monitoring in Trieste. The initiative supports the city’s electrification strategy, aimed at reducing pollution from the Port of...

New Project (Pilot)VideosurveillanceSkylark LabsUSA

AI Surveillance System Deployed at Indianapolis 500 and Memorial Day Parade

Jun 16, 2025

Skylark Labs implemented its Scout AI Tower to enhance security during the Indianapolis 500 and Indiana Memorial Day Parade. The system used high-resolution cameras and edge computing to monitor crowds, detect anomalies, and identify potential...

New Project (Full-Scale)Environmental MonitoringPano AIArizona Public Service (APS)USA

AI Cameras to Boost Wildfire Detection in Arizona

Jun 16, 2025

Arizona Public Service (APS) is deploying 30 AI-powered wildfire detection cameras from Pano AI across the state by the end of June. The high-resolution cameras, installed on towers and hilltops, should spot smoke up to 10 miles away. Using...

Upcoming projectIoT NetworksItelazpiSpain

Basque Government Unveils Plan to Expand Public IoT Network by 2028

Jun 16, 2025

The Basque Government has announced a project to expand the public Internet of Things (IoT) network across Euskadi, aiming to connect over 300,000 sensors by 2028. The initiative, led by Itelazpi, the region’s public telecommunications company,...

FundingMobility and TrafficObvioKhosla Ventures

Obvio Secures $22 Million to Expand AI-Powered Traffic Safety Solutions

Jun 16, 2025

Obvio, an AI-based traffic safety company, has raised $22 million in Series A funding led by Bain Capital Ventures, with participation from Khosla Ventures and Pathlight Ventures. The funding will support national expansion and team growth. Traffic...