Regensburg Upgrades Traffic Systems with €2.1 Million Digital Investment

The City of Regensburg in Germany has taken a major step toward smarter urban mobility with the modernization of its traffic management system, backed by a €2.1 million investment—half of which was funded by the Federal Ministry for Digital Affairs and Transport. Launched in 2022 and is now entering testing , the project is a key part of Regensburg’s Smart City initiative to improve traffic flow, reduce emissions, and enhance public safety.

At the heart of the upgrade is a new central traffic control system that manages 197 traffic lights using adaptive signal technology and 5G connectivity for real-time adjustments. As the primary system integrator, SWARCO Traffic Systems implemented the Urban Traffic Control Centre and connected nearly 200 intersections via its Gecko Cloud platform, enabling dynamic signal control based on live traffic data.

To support this, ADEC Technologies provided 108 low-power traffic detectors and 36 solar-powered IoT gateways that deliver traffic data at five-minute intervals, helping fine-tune traffic coordination and improve public transport efficiency.

Additionally, Stührenberg upgraded nine traffic signal systems to energy-efficient LED technology and supplied mobile apps for the smart configuration and control of traffic infrastructure. Twenty-four intersections were further equipped with advanced interfaces designed to prioritize emergency vehicles and monitor local traffic conditions.

Environmental impact was also a focus: six sensors were installed to monitor air quality across the city, further enabling data-driven decisions for a cleaner urban environment