EQS-Media / 28.11.2024 / 02:00 CET/CEST
7. Norwegian Proof of Concept conducted successfully
8. Millions of kilometers of trips processed
9. System scalability makes it viable for nationwide deployment
New Delhi, India, November 28, 2024 – Kapsch TrafficCom reports findings
of Road User Charging (RUC) Proof of Concept (PoC) in Oslo, Norway.
The initiative tested innovative solutions for distance-based road pricing
with GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology as a sustainable
alternative to traditional fuel taxes. This approach aims to address the
decline in fuel tax revenues resulting from the shift to electric vehicles
while ensuring fairness and accessibility for all road users.
Carolin Treichl, EVP EMENA at Kapsch TrafficCom, highlighted the project's
innovation: “With this PoC, we are bringing together satellite tolling
technology and Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems in a way that has
not been done before in Europe. With over 2 million kilometers of trips
processed and a rate accuracy exceeding 99%, the PoC demonstrated the
viability of a low-cost, flexible, and scalable RUC system that is based
on GNSS technology.”
As countries worldwide, including Norway, advance their transition to
electric vehicles (EVs), governments face significant challenges in
maintaining infrastructure funding. Fuel tax revenues – a primary source
of road maintenance funding – are projected to decline by more than 85% in
Norway by 2050. Recognizing this issue, the Norwegian government has
prioritized studying and implementing sustainable road usage charges based
on the “polluter pays” principle.
The PoC leveraged a smartphone-based application paired with the GNSS
tolling technology developed by Kapsch TrafficCom. The cloud-based,
device-agnostic approach of Kapsch TrafficCom processes road usage data,
calculates charges based on predefined tariffs, and delivers results with
maximum accuracy, even in Norway's challenging road environments.
Results and Insights
The PoC encompassed:
• Over 2 million kilometers of real and simulated trips
• 80 million position data points processed, achieving a 99.5% rate
accuracy
• Successful adaptation to diverse conditions, including urban
congestion, tunnels, and remote areas
These results underscore the system’s scalability, making it a sustainable
solution for nationwide implementation. The PoC also aligns with broader
trends in mobility, including demand management and connected vehicles.
Its cloud-based architecture reduces CO₂ emissions by 85% compared to
traditional systems, supporting global sustainability goals.
More information: (1)Press | Kapsch TrafficCom
Sandra Bijelic
Head of Corporate Communications
Kapsch TrafficCom AG
(2)sandra.bijelic@kapsch.net
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