Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) are promoted by the European Union as a way to increase road safety and tackle Europe’s growing emission and congestion problems. In this event report, EURACTIV looks at where the EU stands with ITS deployment, and identifies the roadblocks still lying ahead.
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Digital solutions can stem the economic toll of road congestion, official says
Digitalising European roads will save lives, reduce harmful polluting emissions, and cut down the “pure economic waste” caused by traffic congestion, according to an EU official.
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EU official: Road digitalisation will lead to safer and greener highways
EU funding is supporting member states to integrate digital technology into European highways, making travelling by road smarter. Intelligent Transport Systems have the potential to increase road safety and efficiency, cutting emissions and potentially saving lives, says Pieropaolo Tona.
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The CEF ITS Corridors and the European ITS Platform contributing to the Green Deal and the Digitalisation challenges
The European Union activated an ambitious plan on two of the most fundamental subjects for the life of its citizens, namely the Green Deal and the Digital Strategy. Global climate change can put at risk the quality of life of the people, …