Title: BUILDING ON A DATA FOUNDATION: FRANCE'S NATIONAL ITS POLICY IN FOCUS
Abstract:French public authorities have drafted a road transport Intelligent Transport System (ITS) deployment policy, based on the installation of a nationwide traffic monitoring and surveillance database, de...French public authorities have drafted a road transport Intelligent Transport System (ITS) deployment policy, based on the installation of a nationwide traffic monitoring and surveillance database, designed to support all future services. This article explains the thinking behind this policy. European experiments and pilot projects, conducted on major road networks, show that telematics can help to develop tools to improve transport's safety and efficiency, while reducing pollution. As a result of experience from these projects, two road telematics priorities have come to the fore in France: equipment for urban traffic management systems, and equipment for major motorways. Because such systems are expensive, they need very efficient evaluation tools, which are now being developed. Traffic management and information systems increase drivers' comfort, and reduce accident risks. On the Ile de France road network, 2-6% of traffic will divert if variable message signs (VMS) announce congestion, and a 2% diversion results in 12% less travel time. The French are also working on a comprehensive system architecture for ITS, based on a master plan for road traffic management and bringing better road safety, traffic conditions, and user comfort.Read More
Publication Year: 1998
Publication Date: 1998-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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