Econolite Receives Prestigious International Road Federation Award for Autoscope® OptiVu  

Jul 1, 2025 | Press
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  • Autoscope OptiVu’s innovation recognized in Traffic Management and ITScategory
  • Designed to support predictive and Smart City applications and dynamic multimodal operations

Anaheim, CA, July 01, 2025 – Econolite, a trusted leader in intelligent traffic management solutions and part of Umovity, announced today that it has received the prestigious International Road Federation (IRF) Award (IRF2025). The recently introduced Autoscope® OptiVu HD video detection solution was recognized for its technological innovation in the IRF Award’s Traffic Management and IT category. Mogens Abel-Bache, CTO of Umovity, received the award during the International Symposium “Navigating the Future of Traffic Management” held in Athens, Greece, on June 30.

“We are thrilled and extremely honored to receive the IRF2025 award,” said Christian U. Haas, CEO of Umovity. “Being acknowledged by the IRF for our newly introduced Autoscope OptiVu sensor solution validates our commitment to providing innovations that empower cities to deliver more sustainable, safer, and accessible mobility. I also want to congratulate all the IRF2025 Award winners; it’s a privilege to be part of such an important global program.”

The IRF Awards exemplify the commitment toward fostering innovation, sustainability, and safety in road development. It distinguishes outstanding projects, initiatives, and tools that have achieved remarkable outcomes in the transportation and mobility sectors. The IRF Awards celebrate the relentless dedication and ingenuity of the industry, whose contributions are driving meaningful progress in mobility worldwide.

The Traffic Management and ITS award category celebrates innovations in traffic management and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) that enhance mobility, efficiency, and safety on the roadways. It recognizes technologies, strategies, and practices that optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve the overall performance of transportation systems and quality of service for all roadway users.

About Econolite – part of Umovity

Econolite is the North American market leader in intelligent traffic management solutions with over 92 years of experience. Econolite has provided more than 160,000 detection sensors deployed at over 60,000 intersections. Its leading traffic management software has been installed by more than 500 agencies across North America. Econolite prides itself on being the leading One-Stop-Shop provider of traffic management solutions, including Cabinets, Controllers, Software, Sensors, and Professional Services. With nearly 800 employees primarily in North America, Econolite drives innovation in traffic management and safety solutions, including connected and automated vehicles research and development. In June 2022, Bridgepoint acquired a majority stake in Econolite, and together with PTV Group, a dynamic partnership was formed. Since 2023, Econolite and PTV Group are united under the brand Umovity. For more information, visit www.econolite.com.

Econolite’s core intelligent traffic solutions:

Cabinets | Controllers | Software | Sensors | Professional Services

About Econolite

Econolite’s ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity. For more information, visit us at www.econolite.com.

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