MONTREAL, October 26, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ – Quebec’s transportation networks will soon benefit from innovative new technologies to enhance urban mobility. Quebec’s Minister of Economy and Innovation, Pierre Fitzgibbon, is allocating funding of $5.6 million for the Tangente AI project, which aims to develop an open and participatory data platform for stakeholders in the smart mobility sector.
Tangente AI is one of three major projects in transport intelligence selected by the government to position Quebec as a leader in transportation, particularly in smart cities and mobility.
The total cost of the Tangente AI project is estimated at $11.6 million over three years. It will be carried out by BusPas, KPI Digital, and Enseicom, in collaboration with various organizations providing passenger transport services, including the Société de transport de Laval.
Additionally, several researchers from Quebec universities, including McGill, Concordia, Polytechnique Montreal, HEC Montreal, Université de Sherbrooke, UQAM, and UQTR, will participate in developing methods and tools related to data processing. Thus, the project will involve significant contributions from the scientific community.
Primarily based on Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the project will utilize smart, solar-powered devices at bus stops, along with integrated sensors capable of measuring crowding, air pollution, and noise levels in the surroundings. These sensors will collect data on passenger mobility conditions, traffic flow, and the urban environment. The project will also include web applications for public transport network operators and a mobile app for passengers.
This is a unique opportunity for these organizations to demonstrate the capabilities of new IoT and artificial intelligence technologies in mobility applications on a city-wide scale.
The project completed its first phase in summer 2020, and a pilot trial will take place in early 2021. This trial will test sensors at about forty bus stops and shelters of the Société de transport de Laval.
Quote – “Quebec is recognized worldwide for its technological prowess and advancements in cutting-edge fields such as transport intelligence. By combining their efforts and expertise, the partner companies in this mobilizing project will be able to develop innovative new solutions that have the potential to propel Quebec to a leadership position in this future sector. Our government’s support reaffirms our commitment to further stimulate innovations and investments in transport intelligence, making it one of the sources of growth and prosperity for the Quebec economy.”
Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy and Innovation
Quote – “This partnership aligns perfectly with our corporate philosophy, which places innovation at the heart of our actions to enhance our clients’ experience.”
Éric Morasse, Chair of the Board, Société de transport de Laval
Quote – “The integration of artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things into our activities is essential; this project will allow us to experiment with these tools that offer infinite possibilities.”
Guy Picard, General Director, Société de transport de Laval
Quote – “The rebound of public transport, like that of air transport, will undeniably require a major transformation of the journey and customer experience. This mobilizing project aims to be the spark that will contribute to energizing this transformation.”
Pierre Bourbonnière, Vice President, Marketing Innovation, BusPas, Tangente AI Project
About BusPas
BusPas is a new mobilizing organization of experts in technology and public transport. The goal of BusPas is to create value for transport agencies and foster sustainable, close, and positive relationships between passengers and local public transport companies. Founded by public transport software developers, BusPas is a dynamic development company determined to enhance public transport for both users/clients and transport agencies. Through cloud and mobile technologies, we contribute to making public transport as enjoyable as possible.
About KPI Digital
KPI Digital offers a comprehensive range of solutions for analytics, performance management, and digital marketing transformation. The organization provides solutions that help clients improve their decision-making processes, achieve concrete results, and obtain a return on investment.
About Enseicom
Founded in 1982, Enseicom is recognized as one of the most influential manufacturers of urban furniture, advertising panels, display structures, and signs in North America. Their team of graphic and industrial designers is supervised by civil and structural engineers. Together, they work on the design and development of high-quality, durable products while staying at the forefront of technology.
SOURCE BusPas.com
Julien Caudroit, Vice President, Communications, Marketing, and Events, Innovitech
514-297-5231, Julien.caudroit@innovitech.com
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