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(IN BRIEF) OMV has launched Austria’s largest green hydrogen production plant at its Schwechat refinery, with an annual capacity of up to 1,500 metric tons. This EUR 25 million investment will significantly reduce CO2 emissions by up to 15,000 metric … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Madrid is upgrading its mobility infrastructure with EcoTrafiX and the Mobility Data Platform by Kapsch TrafficCom to manage traffic at 3,000 intersections. The technology replaces the city’s existing system, providing enhanced scalability and flexibility. A EUR 5.6 million … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has completed the deployment of a large-scale smart corridor in Gwinnett County, Georgia, spanning nearly 400 intersections. The project equips 180 public and emergency fleet vehicles with onboard CV technology and includes applications like emergency vehicle … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom and Trafikverket have advanced the ÖTS3 project, replacing the ÖTS2 system with the innovative EcoTrafiX™ solution to manage approximately 360 traffic signals across Sweden. Key milestones include the successful Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), which tested system … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has secured a USD 1.4 million contract to upgrade the ATMS system in the Tetsuo Harano Tunnel and on the H3 Freeway in Oahu, Hawaii. This upgrade will integrate ITS and SCADA functionalities using the proven … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The voestalpine employee shareholding scheme, recognized as one of Europe’s most exemplary models, was established in 2000 to secure a stable ownership structure by bundling voting rights within an employee foundation. Currently, employees hold over 14% of voestalpine … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) OMV has secured up to EUR 81.6 million from the EU Innovation Fund through a grant agreement signed by CINEA to develop its industrial ReOil® facility. This historic funding, the largest public grant OMV has ever received for … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Steyr Motors AG has been officially listed on the Vienna Stock Exchange, with trading starting in the exchange-regulated direct market plus segment. The company’s shares opened at EUR 14.90, bringing the market capitalization to EUR 77.48 million. Steyr … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom’s joint venture with Indra and Worldline has been awarded an EUR 83 million contract by Spain’s DGT for support and technical assistance in managing an automated traffic violation processing system in León. The contract, which runs … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Germany has adopted a national strategy for autonomous and connected driving, aiming to lead in modern mobility through Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) technology. C-ITS enables real-time communication between vehicles and infrastructure, improving traffic flow, prioritizing emergency vehicles, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €50 million loan to the Zumtobel Group to advance its research and development of innovative lighting solutions, focusing on energy-efficient and connected technologies for smart buildings and cities. With a … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Austrian financial community has named “AI bubble” as the stock market taboo phrase of 2024, reflecting concerns over the rapid rise in valuations of companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI). While some warn that the high costs … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The city of Pamplona has awarded a EUR 1.2 million contract to Kapsch TrafficCom to maintain its traffic management system. The agreement, initially set for 14.5 months with options for annual extensions, involves servicing roadside hardware, including traffic … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) India is exploring satellite tolling as a sustainable solution to combat traffic congestion, air pollution, and declining road maintenance resources. Using GPS, Galileo, and other satellite systems, this advanced tolling technology enables real-time, distance-based vehicle charges without extensive … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom urges the EU to include road tolling and traffic management in the EU Taxonomy, highlighting their potential for significant CO2 reductions and alignment with sustainability goals. The company’s white paper, available online, offers data-backed insights supporting … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) voestalpine’s expanded 24-hour childcare program at its Linz site has been warmly received by employees, especially those working in shifts. In its first year, the program has seen over a 30% increase in enrollment, with more than half … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) OMV has entered power purchase agreements with VERBUND and ImWind to secure 67 GWh of renewable electricity each year, meeting over 35% of its Schwechat refinery and Adria Wien Pipeline’s power needs. The supply, 65% from hydropower and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has secured a 10-year extension to its partnership with the Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), continuing to provide advanced tolling services and traffic management through 2041. The extension builds on seven years of successful operations, managing … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Central Securities Depository in Prague, part of the Vienna-Prague Stock Exchange Group, has become the first institution globally authorized under the EU’s DLT pilot regime to operate a distributed ledger technology (DLT) market infrastructure. Starting in November … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Kapsch TrafficCom has successfully implemented a Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system in the Bizkaia region of Spain, activated on July 1, 2024. This innovative system processes over 1.4 million transactions daily and significantly enhances traffic management by … Read the full press release →