KIRKLAND, Wash. and PHILADELPHIA , Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The City of Philadelphia announced today it has selected INRIX, a leading provider of transportation data and analytics, to help the City revolutionize curb and right-of-way (ROW) management using NEW products offered in the INRIX IQ suite.

The City of Philadelphia received USDOT Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation  (SMART) grant funding to optimize the use of the limited space in the ROW by creating a clear way to organize and communicate its rules and policies. The new cloud-based product, INRIX IQ Road Rules, will hold digital twin information about the City’s streets, sidewalks, and curbs. It allows staff to communicate temporary and permanent rule changes across internal departments and externally to stakeholders such as digital mapping companies (e.g., Apple, Google, HERE, Mapbox, TomTom) and fleet operators (e.g., autonomous vehicles, delivery companies, rideshare).

“Road Rules gives the City more capacity to improve ROW management through data and technology,” said Akshay Malik, Smart Cities Director, City of Philadelphia. “We can leverage existing data standards from the Open Mobility Foundation to map the ROW in more detail and test new ways to digitally manage it through our pilot in Center City, improving safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.”

INRIX enables agency staff to take a data-driven approach to curb and ROW management to improve safety, reduce congestion, and improve access to local businesses. Road Rules provides the City of Philadelphia several key capabilities:

Creation of a building-face-to-building-face digital twin of the ROW — including travel lanes, curbs, and sidewalks — in the pilot zonePre-loaded inventory of curb rules in the entire city centerDeep insights into use of the curb, including real-time and historic information on occupancyAdvanced tools for digital editing and coordination of ROW regulationsStandardized communication of digital ROW rules through state of the practice versions of the Curb Data Specification (CDS) and Mobility Data Specification (MDS) APIs

“The building-face-to-building-face ROW is utilized by a myriad of stakeholders, including people walking, biking, waiting for and riding public transportation, driving, and freight deliveries. In recent years, the public ROW has become a laboratory for new uses such as shared scooters, ride hail drop-offs and pick-ups, parklets, play streets, food delivery, autonomous vehicles, and sidewalk robots. This experimentation will only increase in upcoming years and cities need tools to steer these initiatives towards their long-held goals,” said Ahmed Darrat, Chief Product Officer at INRIX. “Urban areas are complex ecosystems that require meticulous planning and management. INRIX IQ’s robust insights across traffic, incident, parking, and safety management provide a comprehensive digital view while our Road Rules products allow staff to it intuitively and seamlessly act on emerging initiatives and digitally communicate rules to the wide array of stakeholders as they happen.”

“The open-source standards stewarded by the Open Mobility Foundation (OMF) give local government more effective tools to address policy priorities. We’re excited to see member organizations INRIX and the City of Philadelphia further the state of the practice by using the Mobility Data Specification and Curb Data Specification to digitally manage the full public right of way,” said Andrew Glass-Hastings, Executive Director, Open Mobility Foundation. “This SMART grant – and the partnerships and learnings it will produce – represents the next step in OMF’s mission of transforming how cities manage public space using well-designed, open-source technology.”

Philadelphia joins innovative cities like Portland, San Francisco, and Minneapolis in deploying INRIX cutting-edge digital infrastructure management solutions as part of their SMART grant projects. Other cities like Nashville are leveraging the same tools and pre-loaded parking data for day-to-day curb management. Through its data-as-a service and software-as-a-service applications, INRIX collects and maintains information about the full ROW, including APIs consumed by private sector stakeholders through the INRIX ecosystem of enterprise customers, all while minimizing the need for large up-front costs and efforts and eliminating the need for ongoing contractor services.

For more information about Philadelphia’s Smart City initiatives, visit https://www.phila.gov/programs/smartcityphl/.

About INRIX
Founded in 2004, INRIX pioneered intelligent mobility solutions by transforming big data from connected devices and vehicles into mobility insights. This revolutionary approach enabled INRIX to become one of the leading providers of data and analytics into how people move. By empowering cities, businesses, and people with valuable insights, INRIX is helping to make the world smarter, safer, and greener. With partners and solutions spanning across the entire mobility ecosystem, INRIX is uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology and transportation – whether keeping road users safe, improving traffic signal timing to reduce delay and greenhouse gasses, optimizing last mile delivery, or helping uncover market insights. Learn more at INRIX.com.

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ABU DHABI, UAE, Jan. 6, 2025 /CNW/ — Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) will take place from 12-18 January in Abu Dhabi, bringing together global leaders to accelerate sustainable development and advance socioeconomic progress.  

As the first major event in the global sustainability calendar, ADSW 2025, themed ‘The Nexus of Next. Supercharging Sustainable Progress’, will connect and empower policymakers and business and civil society leaders to explore pathways to fast-track the transformation to a sustainable economy and spark a new era of prosperity for all.

The event will showcase how the convergence of advanced technologies including artificial intelligence (AI), energy and human expertise can supercharge sustainable development and unlock a potential US$10 trillion economic transformation opportunity.

His Excellency Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, said: “Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 will act as a nexus for global business leaders, policymakers and entrepreneurs, leveraging interconnected solutions that build a more prosperous future for all. With three megatrends shaping our world – the rise of the Global South and emerging markets, the transformation of energy systems, and the exponential growth of AI – advanced technologies now provide an unprecedented opportunity for socioeconomic and environmental development. ADSW 2025 must be the launchpad not just for policy but for action, building the connections to supercharge sustainable progress.”

ADSW 2025 confirmed partners include the Department of Energy (DoE), Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), EMSTEEL, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Mubadala, Huawei, GE Vernova, HSBC, Agility, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), TotalEnergies, Fertiglobe, 1PointFive, bp, BEEAH, Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) and Dii Desert Energy.

For more than 15 years, ADSW has provided a global platform to foster multi-stakeholder collaboration to address global challenges and accelerate growth. It has enabled high-value agreements and strategic partnerships between governments, industry leaders, and clean energy pioneers worldwide, driving impactful alliances and advancing the global sustainability agenda.

Standing at the intersection of bold new ideas and action, ADSW 2025 recognizes the need for widescale systemic change, connecting energy, data, finance, trade, and natural ecosystems to drive exponential, sustainable growth. ADSW 2025 will feature an engaging program of high-profile sessions, forums, partner-led events and high-level networking opportunities.

ADSW 2025 begins with the annual IRENA Assembly, taking place on 12 and 13 January, and the Global Climate Finance Annual Meeting on 13 January. The ADSW Opening Ceremony, held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) on Tuesday, 14 January, will set the scene for the week ahead. The ADSW Summit and the Green Hydrogen Summit will convene global leaders for impactful dialogues focused on fostering collaboration, unlocking investment opportunities and enabling cutting-edge partnerships. As one of the key events under ADSW, the World Future Energy Summit will continue to play a critical role in driving business growth and knowledge sharing. Over the years, the World Future Energy Summit has fostered a remarkable number of transactions, with 450 companies exhibiting in 2024. In 2025, the summit will feature the Innovation Hub, providing space for over 55 entrepreneurs and startups to showcase their breakthrough technologies and inventions to the public.

ADSW 2025 will also feature the annual Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) forum, amplifying women’s voices in the sustainability debate and will bring 3,500 young people together with its Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Forum and Hub, actively engaging youth in a three-day program designed to empower them to act, innovate and become climate leaders.

The Zayed Sustainability Prize – the UAE’s pioneering award for innovative solutions to global challenges – will also hold a series of events at ADSW 2025, including the Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony on 14 January and the Forum & Investor Connect. The Zayed Sustainability Prize honors and empowers those who are spearheading transformative change across the categories of Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action, and Global High Schools. Over the past 16 years, the 117 Prize winners have positively impacted more than 384 million lives worldwide, creating sustainable economic and social development opportunities, and improving access to affordable and reliable energy, safe drinking water, nutritious food and quality healthcare.

Key dates for ADSW 2025 include the IRENA Assembly on 12-13 January, followed by the Global Climate Finance Annual Meeting on 13 January. The ADSW Opening Ceremony and Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony will take place on 14 January, while the ADSW Summit will take place on 14-15 January. The World Future Energy Summit, Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Forum and Hub will take place on 14-16 January. 15 January will feature the Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) Forum, while 16 January will host the Green Hydrogen Summit, Zayed Sustainability Prize Forum and Investor Connect. The event will conclude with The Festival at Masdar City on 17-18 January.

For more information, please visit www.adsw.ae.

About Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is a global platform supported by the UAE and its clean energy leader, Masdar, to address the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges through crucial conversations accelerating responsible development and fostering inclusive economic, social and environmental progress. 

For more than 15 years, ADSW has convened decision-makers from governments, the private sector and civil society to advance the global sustainability agenda through dialogue, cross-sector collaboration and impactful solutions. Throughout the year, ADSW conversations and initiatives facilitate knowledge sharing and collective action that will ensure a sustainable world for future generations. 

About Masdar 

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy companies. As a global clean energy pioneer, Masdar is advancing the development and deployment of solar, wind, geothermal, battery storage and green hydrogen technologies to accelerate energy systems transformation and help the world meet its net-zero ambitions. Established in 2006, Masdar developed and invested in projects in over 40 countries with a combined capacity of over 31.5 gigawatts (GW), providing affordable clean energy access to those who need it most and helping to power a more sustainable future. 

Masdar is jointly owned by TAQA, ADNOC, and Mubadala, and is targeting a renewable energy portfolio capacity of 100GW by 2030 while aiming to be a leading producer of green hydrogen by the same year.

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Kaye appointed as Chief Business Officer of IGF and CEO of UK India Future Forum

NEW DELHI and LONDON, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — India Global Forum is delighted to announce that Oliver Kaye, former Chief Business Officer of Lenskart India, has joined the organisation as Chief Business Officer and also CEO of the UK India Future Forum (UKIFF). In his dual role, Oliver will spearhead the group’s business strategy and growth initiatives.

As a start-up to scale-up specialist, Kaye was a key part of the C-Suite which oversaw Lenskart’s valuation grow from $300M to $4.5B and launched GAP India as its CEO. With over 25 years of leadership experience in top-tier retail brands, he also held pivotal roles at Tesco, including Head of Retail Operations for Europe and Head of Strategy for General Merchandise, and piloted Calvin Klein’s entry into India as CEO.

Kaye will also spearhead the UK India Future Forum, a flagship initiative of India Global Forum (IGF) that facilitates high-level engagement between business leaders and policy makers within the UK-India corridor. He will work closely with William Carne, Director of UKIFF, to deepen UK-India ties and foster collaboration and innovation between India and the global business.

Manoj Ladwa, Founder and Chairman of India Global Forum, commented on the appointment: “Oliver joins us at an exciting juncture as we embark on the next phase of our growth. He brings a wealth of expertise in operational excellence, seamless market expansions and strategic innovation, and his vast experience in growing businesses will be pivotal as our Group scales its integrated global affairs and media platform combining world-class online and offline events with next-generation media content.”

On his new role Oliver Kaye said, “IGF is a catalyst for innovation and growth, and I’m excited to contribute to its mission of shaping the future of global business and leadership. Having witnessed India’s remarkable growth and potential firsthand over the past decade, I look forward to contributing to IGF’s mission of driving change, fostering collaboration, and shaping strategies that positively impact businesses and communities worldwide.”

Kaye’s appointment marks the second significant addition to India Global Forum’s leadership in recent months, following the hiring of Uday Karan Verma, former Country Manager at BBC, as President of Business Relations in 2024.

About India Global Forum

India Global Forum is a global affairs organisation that tells the story of contemporary India. The pace of change and growth India has set itself is an opportunity for the world. IGF is the gateway for businesses and nations to help seize that opportunity. We are uniquely placed to understand the political, economic, and cultural nuances of those wanting to enter the Indian market and those wanting to go global. Find out more here.

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