Transport stories - Page 4
Research: Transportation analytics market set to boom
Mon, 25th May 2020
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data analytics
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smart cities
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martech
According to a new report, it is set to hit US$21.8 Billion by 2027 driven by urbanisation, the growth of big data and smart city initiatives.
New e-scooters arrive in Auckland after death of Lime, Wave
Mon, 13th Jan 2020
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auckland council
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auckland
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transport
Neuron Mobility is one of four e-scooter companies with a licence to deploy across Auckland, bringing 880 bright orange scooters to the streets.
Five ways the UK plans to embrace a driverless future
Wed, 4th Sep 2019
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cartech
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autonomous vehicle
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transport
The UK plans to have self-driving vehicles up and running on roads by 2030. In the 11 years leading up to that goal, there’s a careful approach to the rollout.
Newcastle smart city initiatives win two IDC awards
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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iot
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smart cities
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wifi
Newcastle's smart city initiatives, featuring transport optimisation and urban innovation, have earned the city two prestigious IDC SCAPA awards.
NZ owned e-scooter service rolls into Wellington
Thu, 13th Jun 2019
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apps
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wellington city council
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transport
Following a growing global trend, New Zealand-owned electric scooter share company Flamingo is launching in the capital June 18.
Seven Aussie projects shortlisted in IDC's Smart Cities Awards
Wed, 15th May 2019
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iot
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smart cities
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wireless networks
The nominated projects include three from Newcastle alone and span smart water metering, solar farms, virtualization and transport.
Chch IT company makes waves in US intelligent transport sector
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Christchurch's Connexionz is revolutionising US transit systems, including NYC ferries, while expanding its presence in California with new projects and hires.
Uber wants you to hail a speedboat in Mumbai
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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aras
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transport
Uber launches speedboat service in Mumbai, allowing riders to hail boats via its app; the boats will cover coastal routes and cost from INR ₹5,700.
How taxis are advancing the IoT industry
Tue, 30th Oct 2018
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smart cities
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transport
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public transport
The transportation industry shows how a technology like IoT can be applied, built on, and provide new opportunities with the data it collects.
Intelligent transport technology vital in Auckland Transport’s 10-year plan
Mon, 25th Jun 2018
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nz
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auckland
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transport
Auckland Transport's 10-year plan, with a budget of NZD $28 billion, underscores intelligent transport technology as crucial for future transport solutions.
Transport in NSW: do easier 'tap ons' make for compromised security?
Fri, 25th May 2018
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email security
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cybersecurity
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fraud
Commuters will now be able to 'tap on' with credit cards or digital wallets, but they might be opening themselves up to security threats in doing so.
Uber aims to ‘elevate’ its service with flying taxis
Wed, 9th May 2018
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cartech
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uber
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transport
Uber's new VTOL aircraft promise to cut down commute times and reduce traffic congestion, but safety concerns cloud their aerial ambitions.
Toyota’s bus of the future may deliver your pizza
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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cartech
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buses
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toyota
Toyota announces new mobility service alliance and unveils e-Palette concept vehicle at CES. Launch partners include Amazon, Uber and Pizza Hut.
Go Bus aims to bring savvy transport solution to NZ
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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queenstown
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buses
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transport
Using a smartphone app and the efficiencies of ride sharing, Savy will provide on-demand and affordable transport...
The Kiwi software company helping NZTA build a $700m road
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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cloud services
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nzta
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transport
NZTA partners with New Zealand software company CS-VUE to manage $709.5m motorway project from Pūhoi to Warkworth.
Commuters rejoice: Hamilton transport system gets a tech upgrade
Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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nz
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solar power
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hamilton
Hamilton's commute leaps into the future with new eStop displays offering live bus updates, a first in New Zealand's smart transport tech.
Funny or misleading? Uber NZ’s attempt at comedy land them in the frying pan
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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uber
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asa
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transport
Uber NZ's comedic ad backfires, ASA deems it misleading, casting doubt on the rigour of driver checks amidst humour claims.
Electric buses confirmed for Wellington transport fleet
Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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cartech
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nz
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evs
Wellington gears up for a greener commute with electric buses set to join its transport fleet from July next year.
Mobileye: A giant step in bus accident prevention across NSW and VIC
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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transport for nsw
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mobileye
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transport
ComfortDelGro Corporation Australia (CDC) has adopted Mobileye's Advanced Driver Assistance System, an early warning system for on-road vehicles.
Christchurch company expands with New York ferry contract
Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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software development
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christchurch
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connexionz
Christchurch's Connexionz secures a tech deal for NY ferries, with passenger counting and 'infotainment' services to set sail soon.