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Middle East
6 days ago
- General
- Middle East
Cabinet Media Center: Bus Rapid Transit represents significant shift in smart transportation solutions
CAIRO, June 23 (MENA) - The Cabinet's Media Center said Monday the new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project represents a paradigm shift in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), reflecting integration of advanced mobility solutions that enhance efficiency, safety and environmental sustainability in public transport. It also reaffirmed the State's commitment to providing safe, integrated public transit that enhances mobility for citizens, particularly in view of the significant progress achieved in Egypt's transport sector in recent years. Director of the BRT Project at the Transport Ministry Mahmoud el-Sheikh said in a video published by the Cabinet's Media Center on its social media platforms that the project represents one of the sustainable public transport systems being implemented for the first time in Egypt. Its route has been designed to extend over 113 kilometers, covering all major areas and intersections along the Ring Road, said the project's director. It aims to streamline passenger movement along the Ring Road in a modern and efficient manner, enabling the transport of the largest possible number of passengers in the shortest time, he added. He also said the project is being implemented over three phases, with the trial operation of the first phase already underway, extending from the Ring Road's intersection with the Alexandria Agricultural Road to the Police Academy station in New Cairo. This phase serves densely populated areas and major junctions, including the Alexandria Agricultural Road, the Suez Road and the Ismailia Desert Road - thereby providing an efficient transport service to Greater Cairo commuters arriving from various governorates, according to the project director, the project's director said. He explained that the station selection was based on criteria designed to ensure the project's integration with existing public transport networks, including Cairo Metro Line 2 at Shubra El-Kheima, Line 1 at El-Marg and Adly Mansour central interchange station. This contributes to improving the overall efficiency of the transport network and expanding service coverage to broader segments of the population, he added. Several citizens praised the project, affirming that it represents a qualitative leap in public transport services by offering comfortable travel, reduced waiting times, punctual operations and a high level of service quality. They also expressed satisfaction with the onboard safety standards and the affordability of ticket prices across various passenger segments, factors that promote greater reliance on this modern mode of transport as a practical and convenient alternative to traditional systems. (MENA) R R N/S A S
Daily News Egypt
31-05-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Giza Systems unveils ambitious growth strategy to boost regional, global presence
Giza Systems (GS), a leading digital transformation enabler and systems integrator in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has announced a bold new strategic direction aimed at cementing its role as a regional and global technology powerhouse. The announcement comes as the company officially introduces its new Group CEO, Ahmad Elharany. During a media roundtable on Thursday, Elharany outlined the company's forward-looking strategy, which includes geographic expansion, investment in high-growth sectors, and enhanced global service capabilities. The plan reflects GS Group's ambition to evolve into a global leader in innovation and digital transformation. A key milestone in this strategy is the launch of the company's new Global Service Delivery Center. Designed to serve clients across industries and regions, the center will enhance Giza Systems' ability to deliver faster, more scalable, and cost-effective solutions. By leveraging global delivery infrastructure and innovation, the center aims to boost operational efficiency, expand capacity, and streamline resource management worldwide. Giza Systems is also sharpening its focus on emerging sectors with significant growth potential, including FinTech, smart cities, smart sports, AI-powered video analytics, cloud services, cybersecurity, and Oracle-based enterprise solutions. The company's integrated approach combines operational and information technology (OT/IT) to offer full-spectrum digital transformation solutions. 'GS Group is aligning its brand with a strategy centered on purpose-built innovation, scalable delivery, and a culture of continuous evolution,' said Elharany. 'We're adapting to meet the rapidly changing needs of global customers by embedding deeper innovation, advanced delivery capabilities, and a future-focused mindset.' Backed by solutions by stc, which holds an 88.19% stake in the company, Giza Systems has achieved major milestones over the past two years. These include the acquisition of LABS, a prominent SAP partner, which marked the group's entry into the ERP space. GS has also established a dedicated Oracle implementation business unit and led several flagship smart city projects such as the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in Egypt's New Administrative Capital and the Command and Control Center in Alamein. Looking ahead, GS plans to deepen its presence across the GCC—particularly in Oman, Bahrain, and Abu Dhabi—through strategic partnerships, direct sales initiatives, and enhanced collaboration with global technology providers to enrich service offerings and customer experiences. Sustainability and social impact remain core pillars of GS Group's vision. The company received a -AA- rating for its first ESG/GRI report in 2023, reflecting its commitment to responsible business practices. Through its CSR arm, the Giza Systems Foundation (GSF), the group empowers underserved communities via tech-driven initiatives. In 2024, GSF supported 15 startups across eight Egyptian governorates through its BridgeZ accelerator, advancing nine of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. GSF aims to position itself as Egypt's hub for impact investment, connecting startups with investors, donors, and strategic partners. With strongholds in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the wider GCC, and East Africa, GS Group now sets its sights on a global expansion trajectory, with plans to solidify its footprint worldwide by 2027.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PLANET Developing Intelligent Industrial Networking Solutions for IoT, AIoT and ITS Applications
TAIPEI, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As we see more IoT in smart cities and Intelligent Transportation Systems development in major areas across the United States, a network solution is needed to deliver fast, reliable, and secure operation. PLANET Technology has long established itself as the world's leader in providing high-performance industrial networking solutions for a wide range of applications, and this year at COMPUTEX in Taipei, we showcased a comprehensive range of advanced networking technology to meet the demand. About PLANET Technology Established in 1993 and headquartered in Taiwan, PLANET has become a leading global brand in IP network transmission technology. Its product and solution portfolio includes a comprehensive range of advanced, user-friendly network technologies that support IoT, IIoT, and AIoT intelligent network infrastructures, delivering innovative and reliable enterprise and industrial networking solutions. We have established close and long-term partnerships with our clients and distribution partners in more than 160 countries. Over the years, PLANET has won numerous awards and recognitions, including multiple Taiwan Excellence Awards, and was listed in the 2024 Forbes Asia 200 Best Under a Billion. Built to Provide High Performance in Harsh Environments For over 30 years, PLANET has delivered rugged industrial PoE networking solutions built for high performance in harsh environments. Products like the 95W EMC-certified Managed Switch (IGS-6329-8UP2S4X) meet EN61000-6-2/-6-4 and EN50121-4 railway standards and operate in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. The new IMS-6325-5 Industrial Modular Ethernet Chassis Switch adds scalability and sustainability with interchangeable modules that support easy upgrades and component reuse. To advance industrial automation, PLANET offers protocol-based networking solutions, including a Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) 10G Managed Switch, Modbus TCP, PROFINET, Serial Device Servers, and EtherCAT, forming a secure, high-speed foundation for intelligent manufacturing systems. Secure Network for the Future of Smart Cities and ITS As cities increasingly adopt intelligent networking, PLANET introduced 802.3bt 95W PoE devices with 2.5G/10G capabilities to support the expansion of wireless connectivity. Paired with 5G NR Cellular Gateway, Outdoor Unit (ODU), or Wi-Fi VPN Security Router, these devices enable the delivery of high-performance, secure data transmission for large-scale applications such as healthcare and commercial construction. PLANET's Industrial PoE Managed Switches are ideal for surveillance systems that demand reliable and stable network performance. Equipped with Intelligent PoE Management, these switches can monitor power usage, schedule PoE delivery, and perform PD alive checks to automatically reboot unresponsive devices, such as IP cameras, ensuring continuous and efficient operation. To meet the evolving needs of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), PLANET's new ITS Series Industrial L3 PoE Managed Switches comply with EN50155, EN45545-2, and IEC 61373 standards. With rugged features like 10G M12 ports, bypass relay, and ERPS for network redundancy, they ensure stable operations in railways and other transportation systems. Efficiently Manage All Connected Networking Devices PLANET networking devices can be centrally managed through the Universal Network Management Central Controller (UNC-NMS), the Enterprise-class Universal Network Management Controller (NMS-500/NMS-1000V), and the innovative NMSViewerPro app. These tools enable administrators to efficiently manage devices via the cloud, analyze big data in real time, and enhance computing efficiency, cybersecurity, and energy-saving performance, supporting carbon reduction goals. All these features can further be managed flexibly with the new CloudNMS, which utilizes a secure cloud server for admins to monitor the network without the need to be linked to a management controller. Pioneering Sustainable Networking Solutions Demonstrating leadership in sustainability, PLANET integrates AIoT with energy-efficient network systems. Its AIoT Application Server supports protocols such as LoRa, Wi-Fi, HaLow, and Modbus for real-time data status, energy consumption, ESG reporting, and renewable energy monitoring. PLANET is also the first in the industry to launch a Renewable Power PoE Managed Switch (BSP-360), enabling off-grid operations by powering networks with renewable energy, a major step toward carbon neutrality and power independence. Committed to ESG and Sustainable Development Since its founding, PLANET has actively championed ESG values to drive sustainable corporate development. The company emphasizes strong corporate governance, environmental sustainability, and social engagement, working toward goals such as 2050 Net Zero Carbon Emissions, a sustainable supply chain, and biodiversity protection. Throughout the years PLANET has achieved several major milestones including ISO 14067 Product Carbon Footprint verified, ISO 14064-1 greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory verified, the highest B score among global SMEs in Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and also its first Climate and Nature Report has been assured with the highest maturity based on the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework, just to name a few. PLANET's ESG efforts have earned multiple honors, including the Excellent Corporate in CSR, Top 1 in Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility, and the Humane Entrepreneurship Award. Looking ahead, PLANET remains dedicated to a long-term, strategic commitment to global citizenship and sustainable value creation. To learn more about PLANET Technology, visit For questions and inquiries: sales@ CONTACT: PLANET Technology, +886-2-22199518, mkt@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE PLANET Technology Corporation
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Lumotive Powers E-Photonics' Launch of Software-Defined LiDAR Solutions for ITS Applications at ITS Spain
REDMOND, Wash., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumotive, a leader in programmable optical semiconductor technology, today announced that its transformative beam-steering technology is powering E-Photonics' newly launched infrastructure monitoring solutions for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). E-Photonics will debut its next-generation LiDAR-based ITS solutions this May at the ITS Show in Spain, bringing unprecedented flexibility, reliability, and scalability to applications such as parking management, traffic control, and pedestrian monitoring. "E-Photonics' launch demonstrates the real-world impact of software-defined LiDAR in transforming intelligent transportation systems," said Dr. Sam Heidari, CEO of Lumotive. "By building on Lumotive's solid-state beam steering technology, they are delivering flexible, scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of smart infrastructure projects across Europe and the Middle East. This collaboration is a clear example of how our platform accelerates innovation and deployment for partners worldwide." Enabling Breakthrough Smart Infrastructure Solutions E-Photonics' newly introduced product suite—designed for vehicle classification, people flow analytics, toll booth monitoring, and smart parking—is built using Lumotive's solid-state reference designs and software-defined beam-steering technology. The solutions enable customers to address a wide variety of deployment scenarios with a single hardware platform that can be dynamically configured via software. Key Highlights: One Sensor, Many Applications: Lumotive's software-defined beam steering allows E-Photonics' systems to adapt to various operational scenarios—different mounting angles, fields of view, and environmental conditions—without requiring hardware modifications. Reduced Operational Costs: Remote calibration and software updates minimize manual intervention and lower maintenance and lifecycle costs. Rugged and Reliable: Lumotive's solid-state architecture ensures durability and performance in harsh outdoor environments. Optimized for a Range of ITS Applications Leveraging Lumotive's technology, E-Photonics' solutions are tailored to optimize key ITS applications: Traffic Monitoring and Toll Booths: High-frame-rate configurations support real-time vehicle speed and classification analysis. Parking Structures: Wide field-of-view (FoV) modes enable comprehensive area coverage with fewer sensors. Pedestrian Monitoring: Adaptive scanning modes enhance resolution and performance in crowded environments. "Working with Lumotive has enabled us to bring truly innovative perception solutions to market in record time," said Mohammad Alghaith, CEO of E-Photonics. "The flexibility and scalability of Lumotive's technology has allowed us to address a wide range of ITS use cases with a single hardware platform—this is a game-changer for smart infrastructure in Europe and the Middle East." The collaboration between Lumotive and E-Photonics was initiated earlier this year following E-Photonics' public debut at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh. The unveiling at ITS Spain marks the first commercial product launch resulting from the partnership, showcasing the power of Lumotive's software-defined LiDAR platform in real-world ITS deployments across Europe and the Middle East. About Lumotive Lumotive's award-winning programmable optical semiconductors improve perception, increase computing power, and enable reliable high-speed communication in various industries. The Light Control Metasurface (LCM™) chip is a patented, software-defined photonic beamforming solid-state technology. As the first of its kind, it meets essential needs in various sectors, including 3D sensing and AI computing. Lumotive was named Fast Company's Next Big Thing in Tech and won three CES Innovation Awards. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, with offices in San Jose, CA, and Vancouver, Canada, Lumotive is backed by notable investors, including Gates Frontier, MetaVC Partners, Quan Funds, Samsung Ventures, and Swisscom Ventures. For more information, please visit About E-Photonics E-Photonics is a manufacturing facility for 3D Solid State LiDAR technology in Saudi Arabia, aiming to meet the growing global demand for advanced LiDAR solutions. The products will be manufactured in Saudi Arabia and distributed to markets in the United States, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company seeks to enhance Saudi Arabia's position in the LiDAR industry by integrating expertise in research and development, manufacturing capabilities, and innovation to ensure operational efficiency and expand export opportunities. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lumotive Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bernalillo County Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project slated to begin in fall 2025
BERNALILLO COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) — The next phase of the Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project was approved by the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday evening. The project aims to make improvements to the corridor from Mapais Road SW to Luchetti Road SW from Isleta Boulevard. Story continues below New Mexico Insiders: Leader Of Albuquerque FBI Steps Down Trending: Family of 105-year-old Bataan Death March survivor shares his story Crime: New Mexico correctional officer caught by husband for bringing drugs to inmate, court docs show Community: Poll: Where is the best place to go camping in New Mexico? The project includes new pavements, buffered bike lanes, landscaping/irrigation, traffic signals with adaptive signalization controls, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), lighting, pavement markings, signage and a wider ADA compliant sidewalk. The funding for construction is $11,500,000 in total. $2,990,400 is in federal funding, $8,000,000 in State House Bill 2 funds, and $509,600 in county matching funds. 'This project has been in the works for several years due to antiquated infrastructure,' said Commissioner Frank Baca in a news release. 'This represents a substantial investment in the safety of our roadways and sidewalks. I would like to thank the state and federal governments for their contributions. I look forward to the startup date and community members will be made fully aware of any changes to traffic patterns as it progresses.' Construction is slated to begin in fall 2025. It will take at least 18 months to complete. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
