Gumi-si Selected for 2023 Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Public Contest Project

Improving Traffic Flow and Enhancing Traffic Safety through Scientific Traffic Management

2023 Intelligent Transportation System Contest Project Selection (ITS Concept Diagram).

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Dong-guk] Gumi City in Gyeongbuk has been selected for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport's '2023 Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) Construction Project' competition, securing 3 billion KRW in national funding. Including provincial and city funds, a total of 5 billion KRW will be invested to continuously promote the ITS construction project.

Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) refer to advanced transportation systems that integrate cutting-edge IT technology into transportation networks to create a fast, safe, and comfortable traffic environment.

Selected for the 2023 Intelligent Transportation System Contest Project (Smart Crosswalk).

Gumi City plans to implement various ITS projects such as a smart intersection system for optimal signal operation, an emergency vehicle priority signal system to secure golden time during emergencies, parking information and unmanned payment systems to enhance parking convenience, and smart crosswalks with automatic pedestrian signal extension functions for vulnerable road users.

Park Mal-gi, Director of the Traffic Policy Division, stated that by applying scientific traffic operation methods on-site to resolve chronic traffic congestion, the city will continuously discover and promote ITS services suitable for Gumi to create a convenient and safe traffic environment.

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