Intelligent mobility systems

Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) for highways, bridges and tunnels rely on advanced technologies aimed at improving the management, security and efficiency of transportation infrastructure assets.

At CIMA+, we understand that congestion puts increasing pressure on existing highway infrastructure assets, and that it is necessary to adopt innovative solutions in order to ensure their longevity. While these infrastructure assets require sustainable refurbishments, it is also imperative to build new facilities, which involves integrating ITS right from the design phase while adapting them to current highway networks.

Our team specializes in ITS, offering comprehensive solutions that include the following:

• Weather stations
• Dynamic signaling
• Vehicle detection and counting systems
• Video surveillance
• Dynamic display signage
• Advanced Transportation Management Systems
• Communication systems and software

These tools allow for real-time traffic monitoring, incident detection and vehicle flow optimization. By enhancing security, these systems quickly identify accidents and incidents while triggering immediate corrective actions. They also contribute to more efficient infrastructure management, reduced maintenance costs and extended lifespans for equipment.

When it comes to communities, we make travel smoother and safer while fostering economic development by facilitating the transportation of goods and people. Thanks to ITS, we also contribute to environmental protection and improving the quality of life, making highway networks more durable and resilient to future challenges.

Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) in urban environments transform the management of street infrastructure assets and urban arteries, including traffic lights and parking systems, along with pedestrian and cyclist safety. At CIMA+, we recognize the importance of adopting innovative solutions to address congestion challenges in cities while integrating goals such as Vision Zero, which aims to eliminate serious and fatal accidents on urban roads.

Some of our ITS solutions:

• Traffic light management
• Priority management at traffic lights
• Real-time traffic sensors
• Intelligent parking systems
• Communication and software
• Advanced Traffic Management Systems
• Control centers

We also focus on incorporating measures to protect vulnerable users, like pedestrians and cyclists.

By automatically adapting traffic light cycles based on traffic conditions and pedestrian and cyclist flows, intersections become safer. This improves traffic flow while ensuring safe crossings for pedestrians and facilitating cyclist mobility through the use of dedicated lanes and adapted signals.

Intelligent parking systems help to locate available spaces more quickly, thus reducing the time spent searching for parking. This not only lowers greenhouse gas emissions, but also reduces congestion in highly frequented urban areas.

By integrating Vision Zero principles, ITS contributes to proactive urban infrastructure management, reducing accident risks. At CIMA+, we are committed to making streets safer and travel more efficient while taking security, sustainability and fluidity issues into account.

Through ITS, we help to reduce congestion, improve cyclist mobility, protect pedestrians and move cities closer to a goal of zero serious accidents while optimizing the use of existing infrastructure assets.

Intelligent transportation systems (ITS) applied to public transit networks play a key role in optimizing operations and improving the user experience, particularly with the increasing electrification of bus fleets. At CIMA+, we integrate these technologies at all levels of the network, from operations management to vehicle infrastructure, helping operators to improve service efficiency while providing direct benefits to communities.

Bus station and terminal infrastructure assets play a central role in the user experience. CIMA+ offers a range of services related to technologies that enhance safety, efficiency and information for passengers:

• Dynamic information signs
• Voice announcements
• Video surveillance and access control
• Communication systems

Buses and fleets in general are equipped with specific onboard systems, including the following:

• GPS for automatic vehicle location
• Passenger counting
• Contactless ticketing
• Traveler information (display and sound)
• Vehicle telemetry (electric fleet)

These systems allow fleets, traveler flows and services to be adjusted based on demand, thereby improving operational efficiency.

Centralized management software allows operators to monitor networks in real-time (CAD/AVL), plan schedules and adjust routes based on traffic conditions. These systems also facilitate the management of electric fleets by optimizing vehicle charging and integrating performance data in order to ensure efficient energy use. This helps operators to provide reliable services while reducing operational costs.

Using these technologies improves the overall management of the operators’ network, allowing them to monitor and adjust services in real-time. This results in better operational efficiency, cost reductions and more flexible management of unforeseen events. ITS also provides valuable data that aids in informed decision-making related to service optimization, improving the quality and punctuality of public transit.

When it comes to communities, these systems translate to smoother, safer and more reliable trips. With real-time information and proactive infrastructure management, users benefit from a more practical and punctual public transit service. ITS implemented by CIMA+ also enhances safety at stations, on vehicles and on roads, reinforcing trust in the use of public transit and encouraging sustainable mobility.

These systems ultimately help to reduce traffic jams and greenhouse gas emissions, and make cities more pleasant to live in.

Nowadays, smart cities are linked to sustainable development because they help improve the quality of life, reduce costs and the use of resources, and develop a collaborative approach with residents. CIMA+ is constantly at the leading edge of new communication technologies and is proud to have played a role in many smart city projects.

Automated and connected vehicles (ACVs) can detect surrounding conditions and elements through artificial intelligence, sensors, and geolocation (GPS) coordinates. These vehicles have the potential to improve fuel efficiency and reduce traffic congestion, greenhouse gas emissions and distracted driving. ACVs continue to evolve into a reality on urban and provincial road networks. CIMA+ helps clients across Canada prepare for their arrival and the benefits that will come with it.