IBI Group plans to expand its cooperation with the Florida Department of Transportation and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.Canadian Business Journal

TORONTO, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IBI Group Inc. (TSX: IBG) (“IBI” or the “Company”), a global design and technology company, recently announced new statewide contracts and Got a contract extension. Florida Department of Transportation for its Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) portfolio. The deal is expected to improve the state’s ability to manage its transportation network and improve traveler safety and ease of travel. Continued work with the Florida Department of Transportation will enable IBI to build on its collaborative relationship and provide improved intelligent solutions based on its history of working knowledge.

IBI’s new contract with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) includes the design, development, maintenance and support of FDOT’s Next Generation Statewide Express Lane Software (NG-SELS). The software works in conjunction with the department’s existing SunGuide software to access I-95 Express, I-595 Express, I-75 Express, Palmetto Express, I-295 Express; I-4 Express, Beachline Expressway, Veterans Expressway. The NG-SELS software dynamically calculates tolls based on real-time traffic flow conditions measured at each fast lane facility and controls various electronic toll and lane status signs within each facility. , to maximize traffic throughput.

FDOT has also awarded IBI a four-year contract extension for Florida’s Statewide Data Integration and Video Aggregation System (DIVAS), which consists of IBI’s Intelligent Video Distribution System (iVDS) platform. IBI also offers a customized Data Fusion System (DFS) that ingests real-time data from the state’s 11 transportation control centers and various external data sources, providing a normalized information product to internal and external stakeholders and agencies. provide to partners. This extension features additional system implementations to provide enhanced resilience and disaster recovery capabilities.

Scott Stewart, CEO of IBI Group, said: “Our new extended contract will give our professionals the ability to deploy advanced traffic management system solutions to improve the roads our communities depend on.”

IBI’s continued engagement with FDOT speaks to IBI’s growing presence in the U.S. transportation market. In addition to the new and extended contract with FDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) has awarded IBI a five-year contract extension for the operation and maintenance support of inSIGHT ATMS. IBI offers platform enhancements such as seamless integration with emergency management services, integration with PTC vehicle fleet management and tracking systems, and automated roadside safety messages based on real-time traffic incidents and weather events. This update is expected to support the management of PTC’s transportation network while optimizing workflows. The software is designed for rapid and comprehensive response to events impacting transportation, freeing up operations staff to focus on value-added activities.

“Past and current work with FDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is focused on improving traveler safety and enhancing mobility throughout the transit system. You can continue to develop new and enhanced features to meet your evolving operational needs.

About IBI Group

IBI Group Inc. (TSX:IBG) is a technology-driven design firm with global architecture, engineering, planning and technology expertise across more than 60 offices and 3,500 professionals worldwide. For nearly 50 years, its dedicated professionals have helped clients create livable, sustainable and advanced urban environments. IBI Group believes that cities thrive through intelligent systems, sustainable buildings, efficient infrastructure, and humane design. Follow IBI Group on LinkedIn and Twitter.

On July 18th, Arcadis and IBI Group jointly announced that they have entered into an agreement to combine their businesses. Formal completion of the acquisition is expected this fall. Click here for the announcement.

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