Mobility

San Diego, CA – IPS Group, Inc. (ipsgroupinc.com), a leader in smart parking and curb management solutions, announced the acquisition of Populus Technologies, Inc. (populus.ai), a pioneering provider of transportation data and global leader in mobility and curb management solutions. This strategic move strengthens IPS’s ability to provide cities with the most comprehensive set of smart mobility and curb management tools available. The integration of Populus’ curb and mobility management software with IPS’s smart parking, payments, and enforcement technologies will empower municipalities, universities, and private operators with richer data insights to make better data-driven decisions. Regina Clewlow, CEO & Co-Founder of Populus Technologies, Inc., said the acquisition “unlocks a tremendous opportunity to help cities and operators bring parking and mobility management into the digital era.” She added, “Together, we’ll provide the tools needed to optimize efficiency, improve decision-making, and support smarter, more sustainable transportation systems.” Chad Randall, CEO of IPS Group, Inc., expressed similar enthusiasm, noting that “the acquisition of Populus represents an exciting milestone in our journey to expand IPS’s smart curb management ecosystem.” He continued, “By combining our decades of expertise in parking technologies with Populus’ cutting-edge mobility and curb management platform, we are uniquely positioned to help our current and future clients gain better insights into data trends and elevate decision-making processes to navigate the future of transportation.” The combined solutions will help municipalities, transportation agencies, universities, and private operators gain deeper insights into all parking operations to achieve smarter planning, optimize operations, and improve the quality of mobility and urban life worldwide. 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. About Populus Technologies, Inc. Populus Technologies, Inc. helps city departments of transportation and parking authorities transform urban mobility by effectively managing ever-growing connected vehicle fleets and congestion in the public right-of-way. The Populus platform is the only comprehensive solution that helps cities code their curbs, aggregate parking data, and deploy digital smart zones to improve curbside management. Our first-of-its-kind GPS-enabled parking technology enables commercial fleets to pay for curbside usage through safe, frictionless payments. Populus is a trusted partner of over 100 cities around the world.  Learn more at populus.ai.

The parking and mobility industry has never had a soundtrack—until now. Mobility Fever Dream, the debut concept album by Brooke Krieger, drops October 24, 2025, on all major streaming platforms. Created as a cultural time capsule, the album transforms the language, challenges, and humor of modern mobility into a fast-paced, satirical, and surprisingly human musical experience. Divided into four acts, Mobility Fever Dream explores everything from the relentless pace of conferences and RFP cycles to the tech-fueled evolution of AI, EV, and AV integration in our cities. The sound stretches across pop, hip-hop, country, and even K-pop—because the mobility space, like the album, refuses to fit neatly into one category. “This project started as a joke between colleagues about how wild our industry has become,” says Krieger. “But the more I thought about it, the more I realized: the mobility industry is art in motion. It deserves to be heard as much as it’s seen.” A Four-Act Journey Through the Industry’s Chaos With track titles like “Buyout Season,” “The Parking King (RIP Donald Shoup),” “Curbside Hero,” and “Free Parking? Babe, That’s So 2003,” the album blends wit and insight—offering a rhythm-driven reflection on automation, open-market innovation, and the culture of parking itself. Each act mirrors a stage of the industry’s evolution: Act I: The Fever Dream — The nonstop world of trade shows, funding rounds, and caffeine-fueled innovation. Act II: The Streets — Where policy, enforcement, and the human side of parking collide. Act III: The System Reloads — Technology, apps, and automation take center stage. Act IV: The Vision — A nod to the future we’re building—connected, autonomous, and a little bit chaotic. And as a bonus track, the album closes where it all began: “Artificial Intention”—a sultry nod to our industry’s collective fascination with artificial intelligence and automation. Satire, Sound, and the Soul of a Sector Released under Curb Culture Media, Mobility Fever Dream isn’t just an album—it’s a mirror. It celebrates the dreamers, engineers, planners, operators, and innovators who make cities more livable every day. “I wanted to create something that makes people in this space laugh, nod, and think, ‘Yep, that’s us,’” says Krieger. “Because behind every citation, every app, every RFP—there’s a story worth singing.” Mobility Fever Dream challenges how we talk about mobility, reminding us that the future isn’t just about infrastructure—it’s about imagination. Listen for Yourself Stream “Mobility Fever Dream” everywhere October 24, 2025.

This report was designed for both local drivers searching for parking every day and decision-makers worldwide exploring urban mobility solutions. Using data from more than 1,000 street sensors monitoring 8,000 on-street parking spaces in Tel Aviv, we analyzed hundreds of thousands of parking events to reveal clear patterns: when spots are most available, how long they stay open, how long searches take, how prices compare locally and globally, and much more. For Tel Aviv drivers, it is a practical guide with insights and tips to reduce time and frustration when searching for parking. For municipalities and industry professionals, it serves as a case study of what computer-vision-based infrastructure can deliver: realtime occupancy monitoring, demand analysis, and the potential to reduce congestion, save CO2 emissions, and create more efficient curb management. Click here to read the full PDF. Pumba Team

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Los Angeles, CA – Arcadis, a global leader in design and consultancy for natural and built assets, announced that it will implement CurbIQ, a cutting-edge curbside management solution, for the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT). Financing from the United States Department of Transportation's Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) grant program will fund the project. Creation of a digital inventory of physical curb lane assets in Downtown Los Angeles, covering over 200 curb miles, will lay the groundwork for asset planning and management. Harnessing the power of data-driven insights will evolve curbside management for the city and empower LADOT to make informed planning and operational decisions. CurbIQ’s comprehensive suite of data collection, analysis, and visualization solutions will equip LADOT to dynamically manage the curb inventory in real time. The digital platform integrates surveyed curbside data, demand analysis, and third-party City software data sources. The goal of the project is to reduce congestion and optimize curb use in high-demand areas downtown, leading to better traffic management, more effective use of parking and loading zones, and ultimately a more accessible and efficient urban environment. LADOT has positioned itself as a leader in forward-thinking urban planning by anticipating future needs for large-scale events like the 2026 World Cup and the LA2028 Olympics and taking the initiative to manage curbside access. By integrating demand data, advanced analytics, and dynamic planning capabilities, Arcadis is helping LADOT achieve its goals for the SMART Grant project. The project is currently underway, with Phase 1 slated for completion in December 2025.. Tomas Carranza, the Assistant General Manager and Chief Technology Officer for the Office of Planning & Innovation for LADOT, said: “With its innovative CurbIQ product, Arcadis stands as the ideal partner for LADOT on this transformative journey toward smarter curbside management. Through CurbIQ's advanced analytics and dynamic management platform, we will enhance traffic flow, regulate curbside assets efficiently, and pave the way for a more accessible and organized urban environment. This project marks a significant step toward optimizing curbside management in dense urban areas like Downtown Los Angeles.” Jacob Malleau, Head of Product for CurbIQ at Arcadis, said: “The collaboration between CurbIQ and LADOT exemplifies a commitment to sustainable, resilient, and smart urban infrastructure development. We are excited to see how the data being generated for this project can be used to improve curbside operations in LA, and be a leading example for other cities throughout North America.” Some useful links about this project have been provided below: More info on LADOT’s Coding the Curb Initiative (link) The public facing CurbIQ map of downtown LA’s curb inventory (link) Request page to access the Curb Data Specification data feeds of LA’s curbs (link) Arcadis continues to expand its presence on the West Coast, securing contracts in Seattle, WA, West Hollywood, CA, Kirkland, WA, and numerous other cities across North America. As a trusted curb management solution, Arcadis consistently proves to be the top choice for cities seeking to optimize urban mobility and curbside efficiency. ABOUT ARCADIS Arcadis is the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 architects, data analysts, designers, engineers, project planners, water management and sustainability experts, all driven by our passion for improving quality of life. As part of our commitment to accelerating a planet positive future, we work with our clients to make sustainable project choices, combining digital and human innovation, and embracing future-focused skills across the environment, energy and water, buildings, transport, and infrastructure sectors. We operate in over 30 countries, and in 2023 reported €5.0 billion in gross revenues. www.arcadis.com

Vancouver, Canada – PayByPhone, a global leader in mobile parking payments, has signed a strategic global partnership with evopark, part of Scheidt & Bachmann, to become part of mobility CONNECT, its smart platform. Scheidt & Bachmann Parking Solutions, a leader in end-to-end digital parking solutions, is one of the most established brands in the industry and one of the largest digital parking technology providers globally. The agreement covers parking operators managing over 1,500 off-street gated car parks in Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, including key sites at major airports. Jonny Combe, Chief Executive Officer and President, PayByPhone, says, “This partnership with Scheidt & Bachmann significantly expands our gated off-street reach. It enables the best possible integration for our users via our AutoPay function, using the same app they already trust for on-street parking. Motorists will gain seamless access to an extensive network of car parks in each of these countries. Ultimately our goal is to build long-term partnerships that create smart, connected solutions for our drivers, simplifying every step of their journey” To access AutoPay with PayByPhone, motorists simply need to opt in through the app before starting their journey. Once activated, they can enter and exit participating car parks without taking a ticket, visiting payment kiosks, or even opening the app. Combe adds, “The global integration of this strategic agreement means we are able to activate a very large number of car parks at once. We are first launching in Germany with the other countries following in the coming months.” Martin Bemba, Managing Director of Scheidt & Bachmann Parking Solutions GmbH, says, “We are excited to welcome PayByPhone into our mobility CONNECT ecosystem. This partnership is a significant step towards simplifying parking journeys globally, aligning with our vision to create seamless, connected mobility experiences for drivers. By combining PayByPhone’s trusted mobile payment expertise with our end-to-end parking technologies, we are enabling parking operators to offer even more convenience while supporting their digital transformation.” 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 1,400 cities and operators across North America, the UK, France, Germany and Switzerland. More than 95 million drivers worldwide have trusted us with their 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. ABOUT Scheidt & Bachmann Parking Solutions At Scheidt & Bachmann Parking Solutions, we bring seamless parking management to facilities of all sizes - from small garages with a single entrance to huge airport complexes. One of our subsidiaries is evopark with its mobility CONNECT network. mobility CONNECT stands for THE platform, with which operators of parking facilities can give access to mobility providers (aka parking apps) and enhance their business with our innovative solutions, we are actively shaping the digital future of parking. Parking in a connected world – mobility CONNECT – connecting the world of parking. Press contact: Sarah Claridge Communications Consultant Indaba sarah.claridge@weareindaba.com (+44) 207 692 4964

The National Operations Center of Excellence (NOCoE) and International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) are joining forces to educate our respective members and communities on the latest research and technology impacting freight parking issues on the highway and at the curb.  This free webinar is open to all interested industry professionals. 

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Finding a parking space shouldn’t be a daily challenge. Yet drivers in urban areas waste countless hours circling for parking spots. This costs cities billions in emissions and lost productivity. About 30% of urban traffic comes from people searching for parking. This results in congestion, frustration, and noise and air pollution. Smart parking technologies and digital mapping are transforming this struggle into a seamless experience. For example, some IoT-enabled maps have directed drivers to open spaces and cut congestion by up to 40%. At UCLA, color-coded digital pathways streamlined foot traffic, reducing bottlenecks at entry gates. But it doesn’t stop there. Real-time parking sensors are now guiding drivers inside garages, making the process far less stressful. Admins have real-time insights, tracking traffic flow, monitoring dwell times, and space closures. For visitors, their journey starts at home. Smart parking technology and digital mapping gets them to their destination, eliminating the guesswork. Some wayfinding apps allow users to mark where they parked, helping them easily navigate back to their vehicle after an event, appointment, or meeting—eliminating common frustrations and saving time. Most facilities rely on disconnected systems. Newer platforms aim to unify these capabilities across kiosks, mobile apps, desktops, and web portals. Integration with tools like payment processors, databases, and ticketing systems helps ensure that parking, mobility, and visitor engagement work together as part of a smart, connected experience. The result? A smoother commute, faster parking, and a better experience for everyone. Join the Discussion How are you tackling parking chaos? Learn more by clicking here. Ally Spinu is the Vice President of Business Development for Vicinia.io. Ally can be reached at ally@vicinia.io.

EasyPark, Flowbird, Parkopedia, RingGo, and ParkMobile reveal its new corporate parent company and brand “Arrive”, with the shared vision to make cities more livable.  A new era for urban mobility has arrived. EasyPark Group, the leading provider of digital parking and mobility solutions, unveiled a new name and identity to better align with the company’s vision to make cities more livable. Arrive, the new company name, will replace EasyPark Group and Flowbird Group, and will be the overarching parent company for the consumer brands EasyPark, Flowbird, ParkMobile, Parkopedia, RingGo, Yellowbrick, YourParkingSpace and other brands within the organization. “I’m very excited to be able to celebrate the reveal of our company’s new name and brand Arrive,” said Cameron Clayton, CEO of Arrive. “Our exponential growth over the past 12 months, especially with the integration of Flowbird and Parkopedia, has dramatically expanded our scope of business and product offerings. We need a corporate structure and identity that mirrors our entire portfolio – moving beyond just parking." Arrive is committed to empowering people and decision-makers to make better choices about urban mobility and ease the experience of travel. It's the company’s mission to do this in as many cities as possible, regardless of size, location, or mobility maturity. Arrive believes mobility is about more than function, it’s about simplifying the experience of travel for everyone who lives in a city in an effort to make cities even more enjoyable to live in. “Arrive’s vision of making cities more livable is an inherited testament to the work EasyPark Group, Flowbird Group, and Parkopedia achieved individually over the last 20 years,” said Clayton. “We are building the world's leading global mobility platform. We can't do it alone, we can only do it together with cities, with riders and with drivers. Arrive is tomorrow's mobility platform." Building on EasyPark Group's legacy, Arrive’s new visual identity draws inspiration from the dynamic energy of urban environments. The color palette and imagery were chosen to evoke optimism and clarity, featuring warm tones, blue skies, and light, airy compositions that convey a sense of possibility and forward momentum. The consumer brands and mobile apps, such as EasyPark, RingGo, ParkMobile, and Flowbird, will remain unaffected for the foreseeable future. Arrive will act as the predominant corporate body to the consumer brands.

How are the built environment experts shaping the future of parking and mobility?

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