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Bethlehem Parking Authority & Cleverciti Expand Partnership With On-Street Detection, Guided Enforcement & Digital Signage for Wayfinding

Bethlehem, PA — Following the success of its curb management pilot project with Cleverciti, the Bethlehem Parking Authority (BPA) is taking the next step. The two organizations have now extended their partnership to roll out on-street detection, increased enforcement efficiencies, and digital signage for wayfinding—strengthening Bethlehem’s efforts to manage curb usage, traffic flow, parking compliance and the overall mobility experience. Building on a Strong Foundation Earlier this year, BPA and Cleverciti launched a pilot project using Cleverciti’s AI-powered aerial sensors to monitor offstreet availability, occupancy, turnover and compliance in Bethlehem. This pilot has already delivered valuable real-time data, enabling smarter decisions on parking operations. That foundation has proven the value of data-driven curb management for Bethlehem, and now the stakes are rising: to make all of parking more responsive, compliant, and navigable. What’s New: On-Street Detection & Guided Enforcement Under the expanded scope: On-Street Detection: Additional sensors will be deployed along selected streets and to detect when vehicles are occupying curb zones. These will not only monitor if a space is in use, but also capture metadata around duration, turnover, and unauthorized uses (e.g. overstay, loading vs. passenger drop-off vs. parking). Enforcement Efficiencies: With more precise detection data, the BPA can guide enforcement practices toward the broader goal of achieving compliance rather than issuing tickets. Automated alerts will notify officers when violations occur, allowing for more efficient responses. Over time, as patterns of misuse are revealed through data, enforcement strategies can become even more efficient and proactive, reducing the need for ticketing while increasing overall compliance. Wayfinding via Digital Signage One of the most visible changes will be the addition of digital signage across key entry points and thoroughfares: Signs installed at strategic locations will display real-time curb and space availability, guiding drivers toward available areas. The signage will also help with wayfinding: showing directions to nearby parking resources, loading zones, special event zones, or accessible parking. The aim is to reduce cruising, congestion, and emissions caused by drivers circling in search of parking, while sharing impactful information with the community and improving the predictability and experience of arriving in downtown and event areas. Expected Impacts & Benefits: Benefit - What It Means for Bethlehem Improved Compliance / Reduced Violations - Guided enforcement fueled by accurate, real-time detection means fewer illegally parked vehicles, overstays, or misuse of special curb zones. Reduced Traffic Congestion - With wayfinding and visible guidance, drivers waste less time circling, freeing up curb space and easing flow. Better Use of Curb Assets - Data will reveal where curb space is under-utilized or misused, allowing BPA to reallocate, redesign, or manage zones dynamically. Enhanced User Experience - Residents, visitors, delivery drivers, and businesses benefit from clearer information, more reliable parking, and easier navigation. Environmental & Operational Efficiency - Less idling, smarter routing, and more efficient enforcement reduce emissions and minimize overtime or inefficient staff deployment. “These solutions mark another important step in our commitment to providing innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance the parking experience in Bethlehem,” said Steven Fernstrom, Executive Director of the Bethlehem Parking Authority. “Having access to accurate usage data is foundational to creating a more accessible and vibrant downtown for residents, businesses, and visitors.” “Cleverciti is proud to deepen our partnership with the Bethlehem Parking Authority,” said Sonny Samra, Chief Revenue Officer, Cleverciti. “From our initial deployment, we have seen both the challenges and the opportunities for parking in Bethlehem. Adding detection, guided enforcement, and wayfinding signage allows for an integrated approach that creates a closed loop system—where data is continuously collected, analyzed, and acted upon —providing real-time information, actionable insights, and visible guidance, so Bethlehem can deliver a better, smarter mobility experience.” What’s Next As rollout advances, BPA and Cleverciti will monitor metrics such as: Uptake in compliant parking (decrease in violations) Reduction in time spent cruising for a spot Changes in turnover and space utilization in detected zones Operational efficiencies (e.g. enforcement response time, staff allocation) Bethlehem’s journey with Cleverciti shows how modern curb management isn’t just a back-office function, but a visible, interactive experience that shapes mobility, access, and the city’s daily flow. This new phase promises to sharpen that experience for everyone.

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T2 Systems Celebrates 20 Years of Transforming Parking Permit Management Through Software Innovations

Indianapolis, IN — T2 Systems, a Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) company, announced the 20-year anniversary of its flagship T2 Flex® cloud-based parking permit management and enforcement solution. Since its launch, T2 Flex has helped modernize parking operations for hundreds of universities, municipalities, and private operators. T2 Systems provides the most comprehensive suite of parking and mobility solutions in North America, serving over 2,000 parking organizations. T2 technology manages millions of parking spaces and processes millions of transactions across hundreds of universities, municipalities, and private operators in North America. T2 Flex was one of the first digital browser-based solutions to solve the problem of fragmented, outdated parking systems that cause inefficiencies, silos, and poor customer experiences. Today, T2 Flex is a cloud-based tool that addresses the needs of large universities and cities that struggle to manage complex, high-volume operations spread across multiple systems with its centralized, enterprise-grade T2 UNIFI® Platform for seamless digital payments, virtual permitting, enforcement, and analytics. The T2 Flex platform enables organizations of all sizes to streamline operations, reduce IT burden, and deliver a better experience for customers and administrators. “Two decades ago, T2 Systems launched Flex to lead a technology shift in parking — delivering the first cloud-based, hosted, comprehensive parking system,” said Zack Harmeyer, Senior Vice President of Product at T2 Systems. “Today, Flex is the most advanced parking management platform available, supporting everything from permit sales to license plate recognition (LPR), mobile enforcement, along with Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS) and real-time data analytics across college campuses, hospitals, airports, and cities throughout North America. This milestone is a testament to our customers and partners who helped guide its evolution and shape the modern parking experience.” The flagship Flex platform continues to evolve with software innovations for residential permitting from T2 Reside™, mobile citation payments with Scan & Pay™, and event or interim parking with T2 Tempo™. The company is advancing the solution with T2 FlexForward™, a scalable, fully cloud-hosted solution with enhanced integrations, streamlined user experiences, and deeper connectivity across the T2 UNIFI® Network, which is already being used by more than 60% of Flex customers to enhance parking operations. With its sleek, intuitive interface designed for today’s users, FlexForward provides a faster, cleaner, and easier system to navigate for complex operations or daily tasks. “T2’s collaborative approach to developing FlexForward ensured that customer feedback directly shaped the product. The result is a platform with meaningful enhancements, from the powerful global search to a more intuitive design that streamlines workflows and improves efficiency,” said Andrew Woloszczuk, Permit Specialist and Adjudications Lead, at Duke University. As the industry’s longest-standing and most widely adopted parking management enforcement solution, Flex powers mission-critical parking operations for more than 100,000 users across more than 400 installations in North America. “T2 has been our go-to parking strategy for nearly 25 years, and we’ve been using the Flex platform for the past 18 years,” said Josh Cantor, Director of Parking & Transportation at George Mason University. “From being the first customer of T2’s Parking Access and Revenue Control System (PARCS), to the integration of collections, pay stations, and license plate recognition, T2 has given us the ability to keep expanding our parking solutions under a single platform.” To celebrate the anniversary, T2 is launching the #Flex20 campaign featuring customer spotlights, historical insights, and product roadmap previews at its annual T2 Connect event, the parking industry’s largest and longest-running customer user conference. About T2 Systems T2 Systems, a Verra Mobility company, provides the most comprehensive suite of parking and mobility solutions in North America, serving over 2,000 customers, including universities, municipalities, and private operators. With industry-leading platforms like T2 Flex®, T2 UNIFI®, and Velocity™, T2 helps organizations manage parking permits, enforcement, access, payments, and mobility with confidence. T2 Flex® and T2 UNIFI® are registered trademarks of T2 Systems, Inc. About Verra Mobility Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM) is a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions that make transportation safer, smarter, and more connected. The company sits at the center of the mobility ecosystem, bringing together vehicles, hardware, software, data, and people to enable safe, efficient solutions for customers globally. Verra Mobility’s transportation safety systems and parking management solutions protect lives, improve urban and motorway mobility, and support healthier communities. The company also solves complex payment, utilization, and compliance challenges for fleet owners and rental car companies. Headquartered in Arizona, Verra Mobility operates in North America, Europe, and Australia. For more information, please visit www.verramobility.com.

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City of Boston Modernizes Parking with Passport’s Unified Platform

Boston, MA – The Boston Transportation Department (BTD), including the Office of the Parking Clerk, is upgrading its digital parking infrastructure with Passport, the most trusted technology partner for innovative curb management solutions. The initiative replaces Boston’s decades-old parking system with a unified, digital platform designed to streamline operations, enhance compliance, and improve service delivery for residents, businesses, and visitors. “As part of our commitment to modernizing city services and improving the day-to-day experience, this move makes parking in Boston simpler, fairer, and more efficient,” said Jascha Franklin-Hodge, Chief of Streets for the City of Boston. “From day one, Passport has worked hand-in-hand with us, learning the nuances of our operations and configuring its platform to support a data conversion of over 30 million records and facilitating the sharing of information across departments. Together, we’ve replaced a 40-year-old system of siloed tools with a flexible foundation that will let Boston embrace whatever the future of mobility brings, while giving residents a more transparent, accessible experience today.” “Our ability to deliver the best experience to our constituents relies on the hardworking teams in the city and technology systems that are reliable and secure,” said Santiago Garces, Chief Information Officer for the City of Boston. “Passport was an incredible partner in making the transition to our new system go smoothly. And, by insourcing the management of phones, network, and equipment, our DoIT team was able to save 42% of the annual costs that were previously outsourced to the previous vendor." Just 72 hours after replacing the city’s former vendor, Passport’s end-to-end platform processed more than $750,000 in payments. Since the launch, Passport has processed over $17 million in curbside payments. BTD teams have embraced the technology with speed, hitting 111% of the previous system’s digital activity and completing over 13,000 constituent-serving actions by day three, from appeals and residential permit approvals to citation payments and hearing scheduling. This rapid rollout and immediate impact highlight Passport’s ability to help Boston move faster, serve better, and deliver a seamless experience city-wide. As part of this system-wide upgrade, the highly used ParkBoston app has returned to its original provider, Passport. The app has been upgraded as a key part of the city’s broader digital parking system transformation. Passport’s integrated solutions bring together parking enforcement, permitting, mobile payments, and data management into a single platform, helping one of the largest American cities: Simplify permitting and ticket appeals with a user-friendly, mobile-accessible system Increase transparency around parking rules, notices, and fees Support better compliance and reduce administrative burden across city departments “Boston joins a growing list of cities rethinking how curb space is managed,” said Khristian Gutierrez, co-founder and CEO of Passport. “This collaboration exemplifies what Passport's platform was built for: partnering with forward‑thinking cities to simplify the complex work of managing the curb, with a solution that evolves alongside them. BTD leadership has a tremendous vision for its curbs, and we’re honored to stand by their side during this digital transformation. With our open, API-first platform as Boston’s new foundation, we’re excited for this journey together, helping the city stay ahead of mobility innovation and deliver a seamless, transparent experience for its community.” “In order to deliver such an ambitious and transformative project, the City of Boston engaged Accenture’s public service practice to provide services that included project management, training support, business process improvement, and change management. Tim Rogers, Managing Director in Accenture’s Public Service practice, said: "We’re proud to collaborate with the City of Boston to drive this significant transformation of its parking infrastructure. By leveraging digital technologies, we're helping to create a more efficient, user-friendly parking system that simplifies enforcement, permitting, and payment processing, ultimately enhancing the overall experience for residents, businesses, and visitors." Passport has processed over $4 billion in curbside payments and supports more than 800 municipalities and private operators across North America. Its platform touches one in five Americans through tools like digital permits, mobile parking payments, and citation management. For more information, including best practices and resources, visit https://www.passportinc.com/. About Passport Passport is the trusted technology partner for over 800 cities and private operators across North America, unifying paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one platform. By simplifying how municipalities manage and monetize the curb, Passport empowers local leaders to boost compliance, unlock new revenue opportunities, and improve how people move around their communities. Passport helps cities thrive by delivering the tools and insights they need to meet evolving mobility challenges and create community-focused outcomes. Media Contact: Aimee Eichelberger (312) 952-1528 Passport@983group.com

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Camden, ME Launches Complete Park Loyalty Platform

The Town of Camden, Maine, known as the place “where the mountains meet the sea,” has officially launched the complete Park Loyalty platform, including Enforce Pro, Process Pro, and Permit Pro. Camden is one of New England’s most picturesque destinations, attracting thousands of visitors each year for its harbor, downtown, and outdoor recreation. With such a strong tourism presence, parking management is more than a convenience; it is a critical part of supporting local businesses, residents, and the visitor experience. By deploying the full Park Loyalty ecosystem, Camden now benefits from: Enforce Pro for smarter, fairer enforcement. Process Pro for streamlined citation processing and customer service. Permit Pro for a brand-new digital permit program, giving the Town new tools to manage curb space and demand. Together, these solutions create an integrated enforcement and permitting platform that improves compliance, balances parking demand, and provides greater convenience for users. This deployment also includes an integration with Flowbird (Arrive), including meters and their text payment platform, brought to Camden by Butts Ticket Systems (BTS). Park Loyalty is proud to welcome Camden to our growing customer community and looks forward to supporting the Town as it strengthens its parking management strategy in one of Maine’s most beautiful coastal settings. About Park Loyalty Park Loyalty makes parking software simple. Our Pro Solutions platform, including Enforce Pro, Process Pro, Permit Pro, and Rewards Pro, delivers enforcement, processing, permitting, and rewards solutions for agencies of every type. Whether you manage a municipality, university, transit authority, hospital, private operator, or any other parking operation, we offer the flexibility to be the right-fit solution.  We are leaders in omnichannel enforcement, supporting your operations whether enforcement is conducted by on-street patrolling officers, through mobile LPR vehicles, or within automated, frictionless parking facilities. Citations can be issued on the windshield, by ticket-by-mail, or as e-citations, it is all supported within the same platform. With proven rapid deployment, an ever-growing integrations partner network, and deep industry expertise, Park Loyalty ensures that no matter how you manage enforcement, we can support you.  By connecting frontline enforcement with back-office processing, permit management, and customer engagement, Park Loyalty empowers agencies to increase efficiency, strengthen compliance, and deliver measurable results for their communities. Learn more: parkloyalty.com

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Parkalytics Announces Investment, Appoints Peter Richards as CEO

Toronto, ON – Parkalytics Inc. has announced a new phase of growth in its drone-based transportation data business. Jointly announced with a successful investment round, the company has appointed CurbIQ co-founder Peter Richards as its first Chief Executive Officer, along with several other newly hired roles. Richards brings more than 22 years of experience in transportation and parking, having led major curbside management and parking strategies across North America. He also successfully co-founded and scaled curbside management software platform CurbIQ, serving as Product Director during its first six years. “Parkalytics has already delivered studies covering tens of thousands of parking spaces and nearly a million individual parking observations across multiple continents,” said Richards. “That kind of foundation demonstrates both the accuracy and scalability of our drone and analytics platform. My vision is clear: continue building on that momentum, expand our partnerships, and ensure Parkalytics becomes the go-to source for parking insights.” we want to do all parking, even when there aren't spaces (didn't want to pidgeon hole us)

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Manchester Airport Group and BookFlowGo Receive Special Jury Award at 2025 British Parking Awards

London, UK – Manchester Airport Group (MAG) and BookFlowGo have been honored with the Special Jury Award in the Parking Technology category at this year’s British Parking Awards. The award recognizes the “seamless delivery of an integrated parking solution at scale,” and celebrates the successful transition from MAG’s long-standing valet parking system to ParkIT, BookFlowGo’s cloud-based valet management platform. The 13-month initiative spanned seven car parks across Manchester, East Midlands, and London Stansted airports. Through careful planning and execution, the team delivered a complete migration to a modern cloud environment—achieved without operational downtime or impact to passengers. “This award is an incredible achievement for both teams,” said Oli Ashford, CEO of BookFlowGo. “We’ve not only modernized MAG’s valet parking operations, but also laid the groundwork for continued growth and innovation across their airports.” Highlights of the project include: Seamless transition with no service disruption across three major UK airports 17 practice runs and six live cutovers completed in active airport operations Training and support for more than 100 employees during deployment Integration with all kiosks and key lockers for a streamlined process A redesigned interface to enhance staff experience and operational efficiency BookFlowGo’s ParkIT platform equips MAG with real-time vehicle tracking, data insights, and improved operational control—resulting in a smoother, more reliable service for passengers. Travelers benefit from simplified check-ins, while airport managers gain enhanced oversight and flexibility. “Our team worked tirelessly to ensure the migration was invisible to customers while delivering major behind-the-scenes improvements,” said David Naughton, Technology Product Manager at Manchester Airport Group. The recognition highlights the value of collaboration and detailed planning in large-scale digital transformation. The MAG–BookFlowGo partnership is a model for how airports can integrate valet, block parking, pre-booking, and self-service technologies to raise both operational standards and passenger satisfaction. The 2025 British Parking Awards received a record 180 entries this year. About BookFlowGo BookFlowGo is a leader in digital parking and mobility solutions, providing innovative, cloud-based platforms that transform how operators manage parking, valet, and pre-booking services. Through its ParkIT valet and logistics management system, Chauntry Parkspace pre-booking platform, and Future Generation Services (FGS) self-service hardware, BookFlowGo helps airports and parking operators deliver seamless, data-driven, and customer-focused solutions. The company can be found online at https://bookflowgo.com. About Manchester Airport Group (MAG) Manchester Airport Group (MAG) is the UK’s largest airport group, owning and operating Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands airports. Serving more than 60 million passengers annually, MAG is committed to delivering world-class airport services, sustainable growth, and enhanced travel experiences. MAG can be found online at https://www.magairports.com. About The British Parking Awards Created and presented by Parking Review magazine, the British Parking Awards are an independent competition. The awards recognize the leading examples of car park management, enforcement, design, and teamwork throughout the UK. For more information, visit https://www.britishparkingawards.uk.  

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Towne Park Acquires Frogparking, Creating Advanced End-to-End Suite of Parking Technology and Operational Solutions

Towne Park, the leading tech-enabled arrival through departure solutions provider, announced that it has acquired Frogparking, a global leader and provider of advanced, integrated parking systems. This strategic combination unites Towne Park’s scale, operational expertise, and industry-leading revenue optimization solutions with Frogparking’s powerful, data-driven technology suite, creating a fully vertically integrated operating and technology solution and enabling Towne Park to deliver even greater value and performance for clients, real estate owners, and partners. Financial terms were not disclosed. Founded in 2009 by father-daughter duo Don and Shareena Sandbrook, Frogparking has thrived under Shareena’s leadership as CEO, expanding into the U.S. and achieving rapid growth. With a portfolio of over 30 patent technologies, Frogparking’s flagship cloud-based platform, FrogOne, centralizes parking data and leverages real-time analytics, advanced sensors, and AI to deliver one of the industry’s most sophisticated solutions. Paired with sleek, state-of-the-art hardware, Frogparking offers clients powerful management tools to optimize revenue and provides consumers with a seamless, intuitive parking and access control experience. Today, Frogparking is trusted by cities, airports, universities, shopping centers, medical facilities, corporate campuses, and private operators across North America, New Zealand, and Australia. By integrating Frogparking’s capabilities with Towne Park’s differentiated platform, the combined company will deliver even greater value to the 1,400+ clients it serves, including premier hotels, healthcare institutions, residential properties, and commercial parking facilities, while providing significant additional growth opportunities. The fully integrated operating and technology solution will optimize operational efficiency and maximize asset owner profitability, while delivering a seamless experience at every stage of the consumer journey. “This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for Towne Park. By combining our operational expertise, IP, and proprietary revenue optimization solutions – including dynamic pricing and demand-generating e-commerce solutions – with Frogparking’s innovative technology and IP, we’re uniquely positioned to set a new industry standard for seamless arrival through departure experiences. This partnership allows us to offer the most flexible suite of technology and operational solutions, both people- and technology-driven, to meet the varying needs of current and potential clients, generating even greater value,” said Andrew Kerin, CEO of Towne Park. “At the same time, we’ll unlock exciting new growth opportunities for our company, including new channels and new verticals. We’re thrilled to welcome Shareena and the exceptional Frogparking team to Towne Park and look forward to what we’ll achieve together.” As part of the transaction, Frogparking Co-Founder and CEO Shareena Sandbrook will continue to lead Frogparking, ensuring a seamless integration and ongoing growth and continuity. “Today is a transformative day for Frogparking,” said Shareena Sandbrook, Co-Founder and CEO of Frogparking. “This partnership allows us to focus on what we do best – developing cutting-edge technology and advancing our IP – while leveraging Towne Park’s size, infrastructure, resources, and exceptional talent to accelerate the scale and impact of our solutions. I’m incredibly proud of what our team has accomplished, and this transaction is a testament to their hard work and dedication. I’m confident this partnership will deliver exciting new growth for our combined company and the Frogparking team.” About Towne Park  Towne Park is the leading tech-enabled, arrival through departure solutions provider serving premier hotels, healthcare institutions, residential properties, and commercial parking facilities nationwide. Supported by more than 13,000 team members, Towne Park is the only company with a comprehensive range of parking, mobility, and hospitality solutions focused on delivering exceptional experiences from arrival through departure. For 35 years, Towne Park has been committed to providing the best team, the best service, and the best solutions that drive revenue and enhance our clients’ brand, creating smiles with the millions of guests, patients, and visitors we proudly serve. For more information, visit www.townepark.com.  About Frogparking Frogparking is a global leader in innovative parking and asset management solutions, providing the world’s most advanced, vertically integrated platform for parking management. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Palmerston North, NZ, Frogparking’s comprehensive, configurable, cloud-based solutions combined advanced sensor technology, real-time data analytics, and artificial intelligence to deliver seamless guidance, dynamic pricing, efficient enforcement, and actionable, data-driven insights for clients worldwide. With an excellent brand reputation for superior SLAs, Frogparking’s solutions are trusted by a significant number of high-profile reference sites, including cities, airports, universities, shopping centers, and private operators across North America and Australasia. For more information, visit www.Frogparking.com.

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PayByPhone Appoints New Chief Technology Officer to Support Next Phase of Growth

Vancouver, Canada – PayByPhone, a global leader in mobile parking payments, appoints Otavio Ferreira as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) effective October 1, 2025. Ferreira joins the PayByPhone Management Board, reporting to John Gallagher, Chief Information Officer, International Vehicle Payments (IVP) at Corpay. Ferreira takes over from Jean-Pierre LeBlanc who becomes Vice President, Product. Gallagher says, “I am delighted to welcome Otavio to the Corpay IVP IT Leadership team as he takes over from Jean-Pierre LeBlanc as the new CTO for PayByPhone. Otavio has been the Senior Director of Engineering at PayByPhone since he joined in November 2024 where he has been instrumental in the evolution of PayByPhone’s technology team and the development of new technology and systems that are driving our future growth. I would also like to thank Jean-Pierre for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the team. He has transformed the PayByPhone technology organization and core technical capabilities during his tenure as CTO, and I wish him well in his new role in the company.” Jonny Combe, President and CEO of PayByPhone, says, “Since joining PayByPhone, Otavio has demonstrated impressive technical leadership and a deep commitment to our clients’ needs. His passion for raising standards is evident in everything he does, and his leadership style, shaped by experience across Latin America, South Africa, India, and North America, naturally fosters inclusivity and collaboration. Building on the strong foundation established by Jean-Pierre, Otavio is well positioned to further strengthen PayByPhone as we enter our next phase of growth.” Ferreira, a Brazilian-Canadian national, brings extensive global experience in payment infrastructure, having served as CTO for e-commerce operations in Brazil. He has also held senior leadership roles at Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Canada, where he led application integration and storage business units supporting Amazon’s largest financial customers and their PCI-compliant workloads across 35 geographic regions worldwide. Ferreira holds a Master of Science in Software Engineering from the University of São Paulo (USP), and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the Pontifical Catholic University of São Paulo (PUC-SP). Ferreira says, “Over the past year I have gained a deep understanding of our clients’ realities, and the technical friction points they face within mobility payments. This is a rapidly evolving and exciting space, but one that is also becoming more complex. My experience at PayByPhone, combined with my earlier roles shaping cloud and payment infrastructure on a global scale, has prepared me well for our next phase of growth. I am honored to take on the role of CTO and look forward to delivering solutions that not only enhance the parking experience but also support the broader mobility payment needs of our clients.” LeBlanc, who has served as CTO since June 2024, led a major transformation of PayByPhone’s technology organization, culminating in the complete rebuild and relaunch of the PayByPhone app in August 2024. In his new role as Vice President, Product, reporting to Combe, his experience and passion for innovation will continue to guide the evolution of PayByPhone’s product portfolio. Combe says, “When Jean-Pierre joined PayByPhone, he was tasked with an ambitious challenge: to transform technology at PayByPhone and to prepare us for that phase of our journey. With his characteristic and self-professed ‘obsession’ for PayByPhone, coupled with the possibilities that were ahead of us and his relentless determination, he not only delivered extraordinary improvements in our technology, but also built a stronger, more capable organization. His ability to inspire through vision and passion has been remarkable. I look forward to the accelerative strides we can expect now he leads our product organization.” To learn more about PayByPhone, visit www.paybyphone.com. Follow PayByPhone on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. ABOUT PAYBYPHONE PayByPhone is a global leader in mobile parking payments. We simplify the journeys for millions of people through our smart, intuitive mobile payment technology and exciting features. We work with over 1,300 cities and operators across the UK, North America, France, Germany, and Switzerland. More than 110 million drivers worldwide have downloaded the PayByPhone app to simplify their parking and vehicle payments to date. To discover how our products and services can elevate your driving experience, please visit www.paybyphone.com PayByPhone. We simplify your journey, so you can focus on what matters most. Press contact: Celine Borsberry Account Manager Indaba celine@weareindaba.com  (+44) 207 692 4964

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Village of Glencoe, IL Partners with Passport to Modernize Parking Compliance Management

Glencoe, IL – The Village of Glencoe, Illinois, is partnering with Passport to upgrade its parking compliance operations. With Passport’s centralized platform, the village will unify enforcement, permitting, paid parking, and payment processing for both physical and digital transactions. Passport’s digital parking compliance and enforcement tools enable cities to collect evidence, issue warnings and citations, and deploy resources more effectively. The platform’s embedded payments solution also allows municipalities to manage, view, and reconcile all curb transactions in one system. In addition, the village will introduce Passport Parking, a mobile payment app that gives drivers a convenient way to pay for and manage their parking sessions remotely. Passport partners with municipalities nationwide to modernize and unify systems through a centralized solution. With expertise in seamless transitions and a focus on supporting local needs, the company helps communities thrive. Visit the company website to learn how Passport’s parking compliance platform streamlines on-street parking and enforcement operations for cities of all sizes. About Passport Passport is the trusted technology partner for over 800 cities and private operators across North America, unifying paid parking, enforcement operations, and payment infrastructure into one platform. By simplifying how municipalities manage and monetize the curb, Passport empowers local leaders to boost compliance, unlock new revenue opportunities, and improve how people move around their communities. Passport helps cities thrive by delivering the tools and insights they need to meet evolving mobility challenges and create community-focused outcomes. Media Contact: pr@passportinc.com

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FAAC Parking Solutions Appoints Graham Haldeman as CEO & General Manager of HUB Parking Technology, North America and Canada

Warrendale, PA – FAAC Parking Solutions, the parking business unit of global access and parking technology leader FAAC Technologies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Graham Haldeman as Chief Executive Officer & General Manager of HUB Parking Technology for the United States and Canada. In this role, Haldeman will oversee operations and business growth for HUB across the region. His focus will be on leveraging HUB’s best-in-class parking technology and trusted expertise to deliver strong results for customers, while fostering a culture that empowers employees and reinforces HUB’s position as a trusted partner across airports, higher education, municipalities, and commercial operations. Haldeman brings nearly two decades of experience in the parking and mobility industry, with a background that spans IT, hospitality, operations management, and senior leadership. He has overseen large-scale parking portfolios, managed municipal and commercial contracts, and led organizations delivering complex projects across airports, cities, and mixed-use developments. Over the course of his career, he also built deep expertise in senior leadership, most recently serving as Vice President of Regional Sales at Scheidt & Bachmann USA, where he expanded regional growth and secured major airport, municipal, and mixed-use projects. “HUB in Motion is about putting our proven technology and expertise to work for operators who want efficient, scalable, and profitable parking solutions,” said Robert Kempton, Global Business Unit Director of FAAC Parking Solutions. “With Graham stepping into this role, HUB North America is entering a new era. His operational background, people-first leadership style, and ability to build strong customer relationships make him the right leader to guide our business forward.” “I’m proud to join HUB Parking Technology at such an important time,” said Graham Haldeman. “My focus is on strengthening our culture, supporting employees, and listening to customers so we deliver solutions that truly meet their needs. When our team is empowered and our culture is strong, our customers succeed - and that’s what will drive HUB’s growth.” HUB Parking Technology, part of FAAC Parking Solutions, is a global leader in Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems (PARCS), digital solutions, and mobility services. Across North America, HUB partners with airports, universities, municipalities, healthcare facilities, and commercial operators to optimize assets, increase revenue, streamline operations, and deliver modern parking experiences. HUB Parking Technology HUB Parking Technology is the brand of FAAC Parking Solutions that develops, manufactures, installs, and provides after-sales services for Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems. HUB controls all product phases from design to code writing, to distribution, installation, and post-installation support through an extensive network of company branches and value-added partners worldwide.   HUB product range, Jupiter, is designed for long term performance, to future-proof the operators and owners’ investments: thanks to scalable features and enhanced serviceability, it streamlines the parking experience for users while providing a profitable and easy to manage solution to operators. HUB software allows PARCS management 24/7 from anywhere, through a multi-tenant cloud and/or on-premises architecture. Consumer mobile apps for reservation and operator apps for validation complete the system range with solutions catering to transient and contract parkers. Visit www.hubparking.com to learn more.  FAAC Parking Solutions For over 50 years, FAAC Parking Solutions, the parking division of FAAC Technologies, has been at the forefront of the parking industry, opening new worlds with our cutting-edge physical and digital products, including HUB, TIBA, Parclick, and Pink Park, while our service-oriented companies, FAAC Mobility Services and Associated Time Instruments, complement our innovative offerings. We are committed to putting people at the heart of everything we do, providing sustainable and data-driven solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of parking operators and asset owners worldwide. Open new worlds of opportunities by visiting www.faacparkingsolutions.com to learn more.

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IPS Group Launches MSX™ Multi-Space Parking Kiosk

San Diego, CA – IPS Group Inc. announced the launch of the MSX™ Multi-Space Parking Kiosk, a next-generation solution designed to modernize parking with contactless payments, rapid deployment, and a customizable, user-friendly interface. MSX combines IPS’s 25 years of experience in smart parking with the latest advances in digital payments, modular design, sustainable power, and future-ready integrations. MSX is built to deliver digital convenience through multiple payment options, including tap-to-pay, TEXT-TO-PAY™, the PARK SMARTER™ app, and third-party integrations. With a vibrant touchscreen that supports multiple languages and custom branding, the kiosk enhances accessibility while reinforcing a seamless user experience. “From the beginning, our mission has been to simplify parking for cities, operators, and end users alike,” said Chad Randall, CEO of IPS. “MSX makes parking simple with streamlined contactless payment, a user-friendly interface, and virtually maintenance free. Backed by fast deployment and hands-on support, it elevates the experience for both parkers and operators. This is a solution designed for today and tomorrow.” Private Operator: Tripling Kiosk Transactions in Just 3 Months A West Coast private operator recently switched to MSX after struggling with connectivity issues and low adoption with their prior system. Within three months of deployment, kiosk transactions tripled. The operator reported fewer complaints, zero downtime, and a dramatically improved customer experience. “It was quite honestly the simplest install and deployment we’ve ever had,” the client shared. “IPS did it all for us, and it was a wonderful experience. If we call IPS, somebody picks up the phone immediately. The support aspect alone is reason enough for anybody to move over.” With a ready-to-mount, ADA-compliant design and flexible placement options, including pole, pedestal, or wall mount, MSX makes it easy for municipalities and private operators to modernize their parking. Learn more about MSX on the IPS website. About IPS Group, Inc. IPS Group Inc. is headquartered in San Diego, CA, with offices in Canada and Europe. Since 2000, IPS has led the way, launching the world’s first smart parking meter in 2005 and growing into a fully integrated smart parking ecosystem that unifies hardware, software, data, and services into a platform that puts clients first. Learn more at ipsgroupinc.com.

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“Park It Forward” Launches: EasyPark Turns Parking Change Into Community Change

Anchorage, AK – The Anchorage Community Development Authority (ACDA), through its EasyPark division, is excited to announce the launch of the Park It Forward: Downtown Anchorage Grant Program—a bold new initiative that reinvests parking meter revenue into local projects that spark energy, creativity, and life in downtown Anchorage. “This is more than a grant—it’s a promise that every quarter dropped into a meter supports our community,” said Mike Robbins, Executive Director of ACDA. “Park It Forward strengthens the heart of our city by putting public dollars back into public spaces.” Through this new program, EasyPark will award grants ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 to local nonprofits, small businesses, and community groups for projects like murals, events, beautification, and public activations. The goal: fuel community-led ideas that make downtown more vibrant and engaging. “The Park It Forward initiative is a fantastic example of what can happen when we think creatively about our municipal resources and take proactive steps to invest in our future,” said Mayor Suzanne LaFrance. “It’s a clear win for our community as we work together to revitalize downtown and build a more dynamic and thriving Anchorage for all.” $6.1 Million and Counting Since 2002, ACDA and EasyPark have invested over $6.1 million directly back into the community—supporting beautification, infrastructure upgrades, public art, and partnerships that keep Anchorage’s downtown thriving. Park It Forward builds on that legacy by empowering locals to bring their ideas to life. Built on Community Voice The program is directly shaped by findings from ACDA’s Downtown Community Survey, where 747 respondents called for: More public art and murals Vibrant public spaces and creative events A stronger, people-first downtown identity Apply Now Applications are now open at www.easyparkalaska.com/grants from September 18 - October 9, 2025. Awards will be announced within 4 weeks of the cycle closing. For more information or assistance with your application, contact Melinda Gant at mgant@acda.net.