Transport stories - Page 5
Newcastle smart city initiatives win two IDC awards
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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scams
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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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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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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transport
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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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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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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 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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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
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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connexionz
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transport
Christchurch's Connexionz secures a tech deal for NY ferries, with passenger counting and 'infotainment' services to set sail soon.
Parents will be pleased with Uber's latest feature, teens not so much
Fri, 24th Mar 2017
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The transportation app is piloting a new programme that gives teens between the ages of 13 to 17 a way to use Uber.
8 tech changes to shake up the transportation industry in 2017
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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Sweeping tech innovations poised to revolutionise transport in 2017, from autonomous vehicle advances to enhanced safety protocols.
Does Auckland need a digital and technology advisor?
Wed, 18th May 2016
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cloud services
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auckland council
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digital technology
Mayoral hopeful Victoria Crone proposes a digital guru to steer Auckland towards becoming a leading digital city.