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The Promise of Urban Rail Transforming African Cities
The Promise of Urban Rail Transforming African Cities Urbanisation in Africa is booming, with 11 of the world’s most populous cities located on the continent. This rapid urban growth is a double-edged sword: while it fuels economic expansion, it also brings challenges, particularly in transpor...
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Transforming Philippines Public Transport with Strategic PPP Support from ADB
Transforming Philippines Public Transport with Strategic PPP Support from ADB The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has taken on a significant role as the transaction advisor to the Department of Transportation (DOTr) in the Philippines. This partnership aims to revolutionise the public transportation sy...
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Transforming Utilities with the Digital Water Revolution
Transforming Utilities with the Digital Water Revolution In a world where innovation is king, the water sector is finally catching up. The World Bank Water Global Practice has taken a giant leap forward by launching the “Digital Water” platform, a game-changer designed to revolutionise w...
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Creating Safe and Accessible Public Transport Hubs with Covered Walkways
Creating Safe and Accessible Public Transport Hubs with Covered Walkways Public transport hubs are the beating heart of any city’s mobility network. They connect residents to various destinations, promote sustainability, and contribute to a vibrant urban environment. However, poorly designed h...
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Cybersecurity in the Construction Industry
Cybersecurity in the Construction Industry In today’s interconnected world, the construction and infrastructure sectors face an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape. The digitalisation of construction operations has brought about significant efficiencies and innovations, yet it has also...
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PPG PRIMERON with optimized zinc boosting Corrosion Protection
PPG PRIMERON with optimized zinc boosting Corrosion Protection PPG today announced the introduction of PPG PRIMERONTM Optimal zinc epoxy powder primer. The patent-pending product is formulated with an optimized amount of zinc, providing better transfer efficiency than standard zinc-rich primers and...
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2025 Nissan Frontier features Rugged Design, Enhanced Capability and Modern Tech
2025 Nissan Frontier features Rugged Design, Enhanced Capability and Modern Tech Nissan’s beloved Frontier gets a robust makeover for 2025, blending rugged aesthetics with improved utility for work and play. The pickup now offers increased towing capacity, a widely available long-bed configuration,...
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ADB backs Nagpur’s Urban Mobility with $200 Million Initiative
ADB backs Nagpur’s Urban Mobility with $200 Million Initiative In a significant move towards enhancing urban mobility, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a $200 million loan aimed at expanding metro rail corridors and improving transport connectivity in Nagpur, India. This ambitio...
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Nepal embarks on US$100m Road Improvement Project with World Bank Support
Nepal embarks on US$100m Road Improvement Project with World Bank Support In a landmark move, the Government of Nepal has inked a deal with the World Bank, securing a US$100 million concessional loan from the International Development Association (IDA). This funding is poised to transform Nepal...
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Smarter Mobility Africa to showcase Investment Projects worth $500m
Smarter Mobility Africa to showcase Investment Projects worth $500m Smarter Mobility Africa (SMA) is poised to highlight a pipeline of $500 Million in transformative mobility projects at its 2024 summit, spotlighting innovative solutions that revolutionise the movement of people and goods across the...
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Wirtgen to announce new Asphalt Paver and Screening Plant at NordBau 2024
Wirtgen to announce new Asphalt Paver and Screening Plant at NordBau 2024 The focal points of the show are the SUPER 1800-5(i) tracked paver and the MOBISCREEN MSS 502(i) EVO mobile screening plant From 04 to 08 September, the product brands of the Wirtgen Group will be presenting the latest technol...
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London Build 2024 announces exciting Speaker Line-up
London Build 2024 announces exciting Speaker Line-up On November 20th & 21st the UK’s leading and largest construction show, London Build, is back and this year it’s set for its biggest edition yet, with brand-new, exciting features and stages for attendees to discover! London Build 2024 is doub...
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EIB and Adif AV investing €430m in Y Vasca Rail Project in Spain
EIB and Adif AV investing €430m in Y Vasca Rail Project in Spain The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Adif Alta Velocidad (Adif AV) have joined forces in a significant move to enhance Spain’s railway infrastructure. A €430 million loan has been signed to construct the Y Vasca high-speed rail...
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New Super September Campaign launched by Ritchie Bros.
New Super September Campaign launched by Ritchie Bros. Ritchie Bros. is back this summer with another Super September campaign, featuring thousands of heavy equipment assets ranging from construction and agriculture to transportation. This extensive inventory will be showcased through multiple aucti...
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Walters Group the first to order the new JCB 370X Excavator
Walters Group the first to order the new JCB 370X Excavator One of the UK’s leading multi-disciplined contractors has invested in a fleet of seven new JCB 370X excavators – among the first of JCB’s latest X Series models to be produced. South Wales-based Walters Group has ordered the brand new machi...
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Wind-Powered Cargo Ships deliver a Modern Twist on Ancient Technology
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships deliver a Modern Twist on Ancient Technology In a ground-breaking development that harks back to the golden age of sailing, a University of Miami researcher is pioneering wind-powered technology to propel modern cargo ships. This innovation promises to reduce the shipping in...
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Unified Theory and High Temperature Superconductivity
Unified Theory and High Temperature Superconductivity In copper-containing materials called cuprates, superconductivity competes with two properties called magnetic spin and electric charge density wave (CDW) order. These properties reveal different parts of the electrons in the superconductor. Each...
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Germany’s 2nd longest Road Bridge Replacement relies on 18 Liebherr Cranes
Germany’s 2nd longest Road Bridge Replacement relies on 18 Liebherr Cranes The replacement of the Rader High Bridge in Schleswig-Holstein is one of the largest bridge modernisation projects currently underway in Germany. The bridge, built back in 1972, spans the Kiel Canal and is part of the A...
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EBRD and EU Mobilise €100 Million for Strategic Raw Materials Exploration
EBRD and EU Mobilise €100 Million for Strategic Raw Materials Exploration In a significant stride towards securing essential resources for Europe’s future, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) have teamed up to launch a ground-breaking joint facilit...
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Vögele smallest Paver perfect for Shoulder Refurbishment
Vögele smallest Paver perfect for Shoulder Refurbishment The representative of the Mini Class proved its worth when paving the shoulder on a road in the Swiss canton of Valais: the project foresaw the resurfacing and widening of the shoulder at the side of the T9 cantonal road. With Vögele‘s smalles...
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Turkuaz Makine to supply AUSA Equipment in Turkey
Turkuaz Makine to supply AUSA Equipment in Turkey AUSA, a manufacturer of compact all-terrain industrial vehicles, has signed an agreement with Turkuaz Makine, a supplier of equipment for mining and construction machinery. The agreement, signed last April, includes the exclusive import and distribut...
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Costain celebrates the completion of nine miles of new A30 in Cornwall
Costain celebrates the completion of nine miles of new A30 in Cornwall Costain, the infrastructure solutions company, has successfully delivered a critical piece of south-west infrastructure with a new stretch of A30 dual carriageway between Chiverton and Carland Cross in Cornwall. The National High...
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John Deere reveals Extended-Reach 326 P-Tier Telescopic Wheel Loader
John Deere reveals Extended-Reach 326 P-Tier Telescopic Wheel Loader New to the market for customers looking to expand the reach and ability of their compact machines, John Deere introduces the 326 P-Tier Telescopic Compact Wheel Loader to its line-up of P-Tier compact equipment. Offering a similar...
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Sellafield Open Day inspires over 400 Engineers of the Future
Sellafield Open Day inspires over 400 Engineers of the Future MORE than 400 youngsters and their families attended an open day in Cleator Moor last week to see a variety of engineering projects in action – and had the opportunity to try out the technology themselves as Sellafield’s Engineering...
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AutoFlight Electric Air Taxi celebrates maiden flight across the Yangtze River
AutoFlight Electric Air Taxi celebrates maiden flight across the Yangtze River On August 1, AutoFlight’s 2-ton eVTOL aircraft completed its inaugural cross-Yangtze River flight. The journey began at the Nanjing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) base in Pukou District, Nanjing, where the aircraft took of...
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Yokohama TWS NA wins Global Above and Beyond Supplier Award
Yokohama TWS NA wins Global Above and Beyond Supplier Award In a testament to its unwavering dedication to superior customer service, Yokohama TWS North America has been honoured with the prestigious “Global Above & Beyond” award by Hyster-Yale Materials Handling (HYMH). This accolad...
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Toyota Proace Max Van released in UK
Toyota Proace Max Van released in UK The all-new Proace Max goes on sale in the UK today, Toyota’s first heavy-duty van. Its introduction completes a comprehensive Toyota Professional line-up of light commercial vehicles, with competitive models in all the principal market segments. Moreover, like i...
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Sika’s Strategic Acquisition in the Dominican Republic
Sika’s Strategic Acquisition in the Dominican Republic In a strategic move poised to reshape the construction chemicals landscape in the Caribbean, Sika has announced the acquisition of Vinaldom, S.A.S, a key player in the Dominican Republic’s concrete construction market. This acquisiti...
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Harnessing Data and Technology for Wildfire Mitigation
Harnessing Data and Technology for Wildfire Mitigation Wildfires have become an increasing menace, raging with greater frequency and intensity across the globe. Understanding and managing wildland-urban interface (WUI) areas, where human habitation meets wildland vegetation, is paramount for safegua...
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Tachyon 5G, AI-Enabled, Edge Single-Board Computer announced
Tachyon 5G, AI-Enabled, Edge Single-Board Computer announced Particle, a leading IoT edge-to-cloud platform provider, has launched Tachyon, its first Qualcomm® Snapdragon™-powered single-board computer (SBC) designed to make cutting-edge chipsets and AI tooling widely accessible to consumers...
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Sustainable Manufacturing of Microchips and Nanoscale Devices
Sustainable Manufacturing of Microchips and Nanoscale Devices Putting 50 billion transistors into a microchip the size of a fingernail is a feat that requires manufacturing methods of nanometre level precision—layering of thin films, then etching, depositing, or using photolithography to create the...
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New Weldless Pipe Joint System uses Ring Type Pipe Fittings
New Weldless Pipe Joint System uses Ring Type Pipe Fittings Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) has developed a novel non-welded ring-type pipe fitting system to address leakage and corrosion issues in sprinkler pipe connections. This system is the first of its kind i...
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FleetPulse accelerating Trailer Telematics
FleetPulse accelerating Trailer Telematics FleetPulse, the leading innovator in trailer telematics, today announced additional funding from NFI Ventures, a venture capital group run by NFI, a prominent 3PL, and Ironspring Ventures, a venture capital firm with deep transportation and logistics experi...
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3D Printing with minimal ingredients and steps for Sustainability
3D Printing with minimal ingredients and steps for Sustainability A new 3D printing method developed by engineers at the University of California San Diego is so simple that it uses a polymer ink and salt water solution to create solid structures. The work, published in Nature Communications, has th...
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Cincoze launches compact Industrial PC for IIoT Gateway
Cincoze launches compact Industrial PC for IIoT Gateway Cincoze, a rugged embedded computer company, recently launched compact and power-efficient DA-1200 industrial computer has quickly become a crowd favourite, with its palm-sized design, powerful processing (Intel Alder Lake-N), and competitive p...
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Skechers and John Deere launch new Footwear Collection
Skechers and John Deere launch new Footwear Collection Fans of the iconic John Deere brand and Skechers comfort technologies now have the best of both worlds with the new Skechers x John Deere collection available today. Designed for agricultural professionals, construction workers, outdoor enthusia...
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Toyota promotes AI-Driven Road Safety with Grant in San José
Toyota promotes AI-Driven Road Safety with Grant in San José In a landmark move towards smarter and safer city streets, the City of San José, California, has been awarded a substantial $260,000 grant from the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF). This grant is set to fund a pioneering project that emplo...
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The Digital Technologies Transforming the Construction Industry in 2024
The Digital Technologies Transforming the Construction Industry in 2024 The construction industry stands on the brink of a technological revolution. As we dive into Construction Technologies & Innovations Month at Highways.Today, it’s clear that the pace of innovation is reshaping how we design,...
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Liverpool John Lennon Airport using TPA Temporary Roadway to stay operational
Liverpool John Lennon Airport using TPA Temporary Roadway to stay operational Temporary roadways by specialist access solutions supplier TPA are helping one of the UK’s first airports to guide pilots safely to land through the busy summer months. A 50m length of TPA’s aluminium panels, w...
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Jernbro driving Industrial Services across Scandinavia with Veltec acquisition
Jernbro driving Industrial Services across Scandinavia with Veltec acquisition Today, Jernbro, one of Sweden’s leading providers of industrial maintenance and projects, announced it has agreed to sign a deal to acquire Veltec, a renowned industrial services leader with significant operations i...
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Powering Asia’s Built Environment at The Built Environment Expo Asia 2024
Powering Asia’s Built Environment at The Built Environment Expo Asia 2024 The Built Environment Expo Asia (BEX) 2024 is gearing up for a landmark return from 4 – 6 September at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. As the leading Built Environment Expo, it...
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Celebrating Excellence with the Resourcing Tomorrow 2024 Awards
Celebrating Excellence with the Resourcing Tomorrow 2024 Awards The prestigious Resourcing Tomorrow Outstanding Achievement Awards & Gala Dinner will return on December 5th, providing a platform to celebrate the remarkable achievements within the mining industry over the past year. This highly a...
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Harnessing AI to Revolutionise Renewable Energy
Harnessing AI to Revolutionise Renewable Energy This month, Rishi Sunak announced funding to help deliver clean energy transitions with the expansion of an artificial intelligence (AI) development scheme. Worth up to – and possibly beyond – £100m, renewable energy is set to be the latest indus...
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Streamlining Concrete Production in the wind industry with Liebherr-Mobilmix
Streamlining Concrete Production in the wind industry with Liebherr-Mobilmix Enercon Emden originally purchased a Liebherr Kombimix 2.25 in 2005 for the production of concrete tower segments. The mixing plant has already been modified or extended several times in the past. Following the sale of the...
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KfW IPEX-Bank Driving the Future of Rhineland’s Rail Transport
KfW IPEX-Bank Driving the Future of Rhineland’s Rail Transport In an era where sustainable transport solutions are becoming not just a preference but a necessity, KfW IPEX-Bank is spearheading a monumental transformation in the Rhineland’s local rail passenger transport. With a substantial investmen...
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Decentralized Microgrids for Resilient Cities
Decentralized Microgrids for Resilient Cities Local decentralized energy systems, known as microgrids, can make urban infrastructures more resilient and reduce risks for the population, for example, in large-scale power outages due to natural hazards or cyberattacks. In the current issue of the Natu...
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How to find the Best Employees in the Construction Business
How to find the Best Employees in the Construction Business Hiring the right employees is so important for the success of any construction business. Skilled workers make sure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. But finding the best employees in the const...
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Accelerating Global Deployment of AI with Prefabricated Modular Data Centres
Accelerating Global Deployment of AI with Prefabricated Modular Data Centres With demand for AI-ready data centre capacity outstripping supply, developers and operators are focused on bringing new capacity online as quickly as possible. To support this goal, Vertiv, a global provider of critical dig...
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Construction of Lightsource bp ENIPEAS Solar Project starts in Greece
Construction of Lightsource bp ENIPEAS Solar Project starts in Greece Today Ameresco Sunel Energy SA announced its role in the construction of Lightsource bp’s 560 MWp Enipeas solar project in Greece. This flagship project, one of the largest solar sites in Europe, underscores Greece’s commitment to...
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Embracing Key Technology Megatrends to Upskill for Tomorrow
Embracing Key Technology Megatrends to Upskill for Tomorrow Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), Digital Transformation, and Sustainability are the top three megatrends predicted to shape the global workforce and boost productivity in 2024, according to the IEEE’s latest report. This analysi...
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Graco announces All-Electric Two-Component E-Mix XT Spray Technology
Graco announces All-Electric Two-Component E-Mix XT Spray Technology Graco Inc., a leading manufacturer of fluid handling systems, today unveiled the E-Mix XT™, the latest innovation in electric variable ratio two-component sprayers. Designed for superior efficiency and ease of use, the all-e...
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Strategic Acquisition to Propel Turner Construction’s European Expansion
Strategic Acquisition to Propel Turner Construction’s European Expansion Turner Construction Company, a renowned leader in the construction industry, has announced its agreement to acquire 100% of Dornan Engineering Group. Dornan, an Irish-headquartered specialist in mechanical, electrical, in...
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Deck Connection of Gordie Howe International Bridge Celebrated
Deck Connection of Gordie Howe International Bridge Celebrated Fluor Corporation and its partners today celebrated the official deck connection of the Gordie Howe International Bridge spanning the Detroit River. Measuring a half-mile (853 meters), the bridge connects Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and De...
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Unparalleled Built Environment Opportunities at BEX Asia 2024
Unparalleled Built Environment Opportunities at BEX Asia 2024 For the past 17 years, BEX Asia has solidified its position as Southeast Asia’s leading built environment expo. This prestigious event is a global hub for architects, contractors, developers, property owners, facility managers, and other...
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Revolutionizing Visuals with Sansi LED at InfoComm Asia
Revolutionizing Visuals with Sansi LED at InfoComm Asia In July, the bustling city of Bangkok, Thailand, played host to the annual InfoComm Asia 2024 event, a premier audio-visual and transformative solutions exhibition. Drawing in over 7,000 attendees and more than 180 exhibitors, this event is Asi...
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Spanish Expertise enabling three Transport PPP Projects in Bangladesh
Spanish Expertise enabling three Transport PPP Projects in Bangladesh The Bangladesh Bridge Authority has reached out to Spain for assistance with three significant transport projects under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. This collaboration seeks to leverage Spain’s expertise in fe...
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Philippines greenlights ambitious Expressway Project with 34-year Concession Deal
Philippines greenlights ambitious Expressway Project with 34-year Concession Deal The Philippines’ Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has officially signed a Concession Agreement with the SMC TPLEX Extension Infrastructure Corporation (STEIC) for the ambitious Tarlac-Pangasinan-La...
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Ecuador enhances Catamayo-Gonzanamá Road with Strategic Maintenance
Ecuador enhances Catamayo-Gonzanamá Road with Strategic Maintenance Ecuador’s Ministry of Transport and Public Works (MTOP) is taking significant strides in infrastructure development, focusing on the Catamayo-Gonzanamá road. This essential maintenance work is not just about road upkeep; it’s...
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First Nickel, Copper and Cobalt from Lifezone Metal’s Kabanga Project
First Nickel, Copper and Cobalt from Lifezone Metal’s Kabanga Project Lifezone Metals Limited has announced the production of nickel, copper, and cobalt cathode samples from the Kabanga Nickel Project, located in north-west Tanzania. This milestone marks the first time these metals have been p...
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Iteris wins $3.75m Operational Support Contract in San Francisco Bay Area
Iteris wins $3.75m Operational Support Contract in San Francisco Bay Area Iteris, Inc., the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) has awarded Iteris a $3.75 million contract for ongoing oper...
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