bitsensing and IKIO Join Forces to Revolutionise India’s Highways
In a bold leap toward next-generation traffic management, South Korean radar technology firm bitsensing has inked a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with India’s IKIO Technologies. The signing, which took place during the 2025 ITS Asia-Pacific Forum in Suwon, marks a significant milestone for India’s intelligent transportation system (ITS) ambitions.
This landmark agreement signals bitsensing’s official debut in the Indian market, where infrastructure is evolving at a breakneck pace. Together with IKIO, the radar innovators are set to introduce AI-powered traffic monitoring across expressways, municipal corridors, and smart cities—beginning with a high-impact pilot on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
India’s Traffic Transformation Begins
India’s roads have long been the arteries of the nation’s economic pulse, yet congestion and traffic-related incidents still cost billions annually. Enter bitsensing, armed with its radar-based TIMOS sensor and AI-enabled analytics engine, TraXight. These solutions, tried and tested in South Korea and Italy, promise to elevate India’s road networks with unparalleled visibility, precision, and speed.
“ITS Suwon 2025 provided the perfect stage to formalise our partnership with IKIO Technologies,” said Jae-Eun Lee, CEO of bitsensing. “Together, we’re excited to bring our field-proven sensing and AI capabilities to India—adapting them to meet local needs and collaborating to support the country’s evolving transportation infrastructure.”
The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway—spanning over 1,300 kilometres—is set to become the showcase corridor, integrating real-time traffic tracking, average speed detection, and even congestion prediction, using bitsensing’s TIMOS radar combined with edge computing and AI.
The Technology Behind the Transformation
At the heart of bitsensing’s offering lies TIMOS—a flagship sensor that merges radar, cameras, and edge AI to track up to 256 vehicles across eight lanes. It operates seamlessly even in curved roads and low-visibility conditions like fog, rain, and night-time.
Layered on top of TIMOS is TraXight, an advanced analytics platform that interprets traffic behaviours in real time:
- Detects vehicle presence and average speed
- Flags lane violations and dangerous driving
- Identifies congestion build-up and bottlenecks
- Provides actionable insights for traffic controllers
The duo’s deployment is not just a tech experiment. In Verona, Italy, a similar rollout resulted in reduced congestion and improved emergency response times—paving the way for its adaptation in India’s rapidly urbanising metros.
An Indian Powerhouse
Founded by entrepreneur Hardeep Singh, IKIO Technologies is a home-grown success story. From manufacturing LED lighting and smart switches to evolving into a full-stack infrastructure solutions provider, IKIO has become a formidable force in India’s smart city mission.
“Through this MOU, we look forward to introducing advanced, field-proven ITS technology of bitsensing for Indian requirements,” said Sunil Kumar Mishra, CSO of IKIO. “This collaboration, which also involves manufacturing ITS solutions and components in India for global markets, aligns perfectly with the ‘Make in India for the World’ initiative.”
IKIO’s ITS portfolio now includes:
- Smart traffic signals
- Integrated sensor modules
- Energy-efficient lighting for roadways
- Real-time CCTV monitoring systems
Backed by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, IKIO ensures its products meet the highest international quality and sustainability standards.
Safer, Smarter Roads
With a shared goal of smarter mobility, both companies are set on improving:
- Road safety and incident detection
- Traffic flow and congestion mitigation
- Real-time decision-making for authorities
According to Lee, India offers unique challenges and opportunities: “We also see great opportunity to collaborate with India’s top-tier research institutions through AI integration and jointly develop localised ITS solutions that deliver both performance and reliability.”
The pilot project in Lucknow—capital of Uttar Pradesh—adds a city-level dimension, introducing ITS to dense urban environments known for complex traffic patterns. With this scalable model, the partnership aims to extend to cities like Jodhpur and Ahmedabad in the near future.
A Global Reputation with Local Relevance
Founded in 2018, bitsensing has already carved out a name for itself on the global radar technology stage. The firm boasts accolades like:
- CES Innovation Awards (2020, 2022, 2025)
- Winner of TechCrunch Disrupt 2020
- Best New Product at Korea Electronics Grand Show
Its radar technologies have applications beyond transport—including healthcare, autonomous driving, and home automation. With backing from investment heavyweights like Korea Development Bank and NXP Semiconductors, the company is well-poised for scale.
Eyes on the Road Ahead
Looking beyond this initial deployment, bitsensing and IKIO plan to:
- Expand across India’s national highway network
- Support federal and state transportation authorities with real-time data
- Enable predictive analytics for accident prevention
- Offer integration with smart emergency response systems
The firms are already eyeing scale-up potential, with plans to manufacture ITS components locally—creating jobs, reducing import dependencies, and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem.
Make in India, Lead the World
This partnership is about more than just technology. It’s a strategic move that aligns with India’s ambition to become a global leader in smart infrastructure. As Mishra puts it: “bitsensing’s ITS solutions are expected to become indispensable tools for road safety with speed through smooth traffic movement across India.”
By marrying bitsensing’s radar and AI expertise with IKIO’s manufacturing prowess and market understanding, the duo aims to transform India’s roads into safer, smarter corridors that set a global benchmark.
