Kapsch TrafficCom Leads Sustainability Efforts with Eco-Friendly On-Board Units

Kapsch TrafficCom Leads Sustainability Efforts with Eco-Friendly On-Board Units

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom is enhancing sustainability with its TRP-4010 On-Board Unit (OBU) for toll collection, which has the smallest carbon footprint in its category. The company has introduced a refurbishment program that extends the lifecycle of these units, reducing emissions by 31% and cutting electronic waste. This approach also addresses supply chain challenges by ensuring a steady supply of OBUs. Kapsch TrafficCom’s efforts reflect its commitment to sustainable innovation in transportation.

(PRESS RELEASE) VIENNA, 27-Aug-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Kapsch TrafficCom, a global leader in intelligent transportation solutions, is setting new standards in sustainability with its TRP-4010 On-Board Unit (OBU) for contactless toll collection. This cutting-edge device, which is TÜV-certified, boasts the smallest carbon footprint in its category, making it the most sustainable OBU available today.

In a significant move towards promoting the circular economy, Kapsch TrafficCom has implemented a refurbishment program for the TRP-4010. This initiative allows used units to be serviced, updated, and reintroduced into circulation, thereby extending their lifecycle and enhancing resource efficiency. The program also ensures that old batteries are disposed of responsibly, minimizing environmental impact.

Juliane Höbarth, Head of Product Security, Standardization, & Environmental Sustainability at Kapsch TrafficCom, highlights the environmental benefits of this approach: “By replacing the battery and applying rigorous quality assurance, we can extend the life of the TRP-4010 without sacrificing performance. This process reduces emissions by an average of 31% compared to producing new units and significantly cuts down on electronic waste.”

The refurbishment program not only enhances sustainability but also addresses supply chain challenges in the electronics sector. Höbarth explains that refurbishing existing units is often more reliable than manufacturing new ones, as it bypasses the complexities of sourcing electronic components. This strategy ensures a steady supply of OBUs, contributing to the stability and reliability of toll collection systems worldwide.

Kapsch TrafficCom’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its ongoing efforts to innovate and improve the environmental footprint of its products. By extending the lifecycle of the TRP-4010, the company is taking meaningful steps towards a more sustainable future in transportation.

Kapsch TrafficCom is a globally renowned provider of transportation solutions for sustainable mobility with successful projects in more than 50 countries. Innovative solutions in the application fields of tolling, tolling services, traffic management and demand management contribute to a healthy world without congestion.

With one-stop-shop solutions, the company covers the entire value chain of customers, from components to design and implementation to the operation of systems.

Kapsch TrafficCom, headquartered in Vienna, has subsidiaries and branches in more than 25 countries and is listed in the Prime Market segment of the Vienna Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: KTCG). In its 2023/24 financial year, about 4,000 employees generated revenues of EUR 539 million.

Media Contacts:

Carolin Treichl
Executive Vice President Marketing & Communications
Kapsch TrafficCom AG
Am Europlatz 2, 1120 Vienna, Austria
carolin.treichl@kapsch.net

Sandra Bijelic
Head of Corporate Communications
Kapsch TrafficCom AG
Am Europlatz 2, 1120 Vienna, Austria
sandra.bijelic@kapsch.net

SOURCE: Kapsch TrafficCom AG