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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.

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

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stock.adobe.com / sambath Destination and event parking presents a unique set of challenges, whether at an entertainment or sports venue, a higher education campus, a healthcare campus, or a combination of these facility types. However, there are some commonalities amongst the various event and destination parking environments, and at the forefront of many operations is the improvement of the guest experience. Whether intended or not, improving the guest experience can also have a positive environmental impact, as many of the recommended solutions provide experiences that reduce emissions and air pollution, and help restore damaged habitats. What are event venues doing to improve the guest experience? Entertainment and athletic venues, including collegiate sports venues, are taking significant steps to improve the fan experience in various ways, starting with the initial ticket purchase. In many instances, ticket sellers are offering the option to purchase parking at the same time a patron purchases their tickets. If the fan opts out of purchasing parking at the same time, most organizations provide additional options and reminders to prepay for parking in forms such as: “Know Before You Go” emails Push notifications Text notifications Social media posts Prepaid parking passes reduce the amount of time it takes to fill a lot by decreasing transaction times. Rather than accepting cash or processing a credit card, the pass is simply scanned, and the vehicle can enter. Vendors are also enhancing broadband networks to improve credit card transaction speeds if payment is accepted onsite. Pre-event communication and event venue websites are increasingly offering directions to parking locations through integrations with the most widely used GPS navigation systems, such as Google Maps and Waze. Fans can simply click on their destination link and be taken to the GPS navigation. Businesses can also collaborate with the GPS providers to create the desired route to each parking location and communicate any road closures associated with the event traffic. These initiatives aim to enhance the experience before the fan even leaves their house by preparing them for their journey to the destination, which helps alleviate traffic congestion, circling, and idling. By providing a more seamless way to reach one’s destination, businesses help reduce emissions and operate more sustainably. Venues aren’t solely relying on pre-event communications to help guests arrive at the destination through the path of least resistance. En route and on-site wayfinding advancements are helping traffic control as fans approach their destination. There are numerous wayfinding options, such as full variable matrix signs, static signage, and lane indicator signage, to help guide patrons to their designated lot as they approach the venue. Additionally, utilizing a city’s existing highway DMS signage can assist event goers before they reach their destination. Smart traffic management for events is a critical component in providing safe and sustainable event operations. Real-time traffic monitoring and signal management, combined with event-specific traffic management plans, should be implemented to mitigate congestion and enhance safety. Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), such as Uber and Lyft, may also reduce single-occupancy vehicle use. As the adoption of this form of transportation increases, large venues are faced with the problem of long wait times for pickups, and the surge in usage can cause pedestrian and vehicular conflicts. Geofencing designated rideshare pickup and drop-off areas has certainly helped, and many venues are creating more welcoming and safer rideshare areas that include covered waiting areas with lighting and digital displays. While there is still more work to be done in this area, and the verdict on the impact of TNC companies on event operations remains to be seen, improvements are being made. How are non-event destination parking locations offering improvements? Destination parking is not solely for events. Healthcare campuses are also improving the way patients experience parking. Healthcare providers are beginning to include parking information during appointment confirmations. This is similar to the “know before you go” emails, which can include options such as prepaying for parking, GPS navigation, pricing, and more. This is beneficial for all types of healthcare campuses, from smaller suburban satellite campuses to large, urban medical centers. Smart garages that incorporate parking guidance and wayfinding are becoming increasingly common in healthcare facilities, retail environments, and airports, particularly with new construction. Easily locating ADA spaces and open visitor spaces is crucial to the patient/visitor experience and, in turn, provides more sustainable solutions that help reduce emissions. The inclusion of EV charging stations is also becoming more available in these destination parking markets. Whether attending a concert or an eye exam, catching a flight or a movie, organizations are continually working to enhance the visitor’s experience. Providing sustainable solutions that not only enhance the experience but also improve the environment are some of the best ways to invest in parking event management now and in the future. As technology and infrastructure continue to evolve, it will be exciting to see the new and innovative impacts on event and destination parking. ◆

Vancouver, Canada – PayByPhone, the global leader in mobile parking payments, announces the Parking and Transportation Services department at the University of Saskatchewan has signed up to the company’s multi-award-winning tree planting initiative, Meters for Trees, effective immediately. The University of Saskatchewan is the first Canadian organization to sign up to Meters for Trees. Carmen Donnell, Managing Director North America for PayByPhone, says, “We’re very happy to welcome the University of Saskatchewan, the first Canadian organization, to Meters for Trees. It is a meaningful step toward building a greener tomorrow and supports the University in furthering its sustainability initiatives by removing parking hardware and planting trees.” PayByPhone has been the parking payments provider for the University since 2018 across its campus locations. Under the terms of Meters for Trees, PayByPhone will plant 50 trees in 2025 in Alberta, Canada, through PayByPhone’s partner, veritree, an organization that connects businesses with verified tree planting projects to elevate global reforestation. In addition to planting trees with veritree, PayByPhone will contribute funds to plant trees on campus. Dwayne Kawchuk, Manager for Parking and Transportation Services, University of Saskatchewan, says, “Meters for Trees is a meaningful and easy way for us to move toward an eco-friendlier future. By encouraging mobile parking payments, we ensure we are not only addressing local air quality but also supporting our own environment goals through local tree planting.” Meters for Trees was first launched in the UK in 2019, as part of its broader environmental campaigns including Green December. These initiatives help forward-thinking cities, universities, and parking operators reduce their costly parking hardware as they opt for a mobile app-based parking service. Over the past five years, PayByPhone’s environmental campaigns have collectively planted over 225,000 trees globally. Meters for Trees is a multi-award-winning initiative, having won 12 international awards, including a Global Gold Award at the 2019 Green World Environment Awards in the Carbon Reduction and Local Authorities categories, the Green Champion Award in Carbon Reduction at the 2019 Green Apple Environment Awards, and the Environmental Initiative Award at the 2020 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. For more information about Meters for Trees, please visit http://www.paybyphone.com/parking-operators/meters-for-trees  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. Press contact: Sarah Claridge Communications Consultant Indaba sarah.claridge@weareindaba.com  (+44) 207 692 4964

Destination and Event Parking, Transportation, & Mobility Management

Redmond, WA – Hallcon Corporation, a leading provider of transportation and infrastructure services in North America, announced the groundbreaking of its newest Electric Vehicle Operations Center (EVOC) in Redmond, WA. As the largest 24/7 EV fleet charging facility in Washington, this state-of-the-art facility marks a significant step forward in sustainable transportation infrastructure, meeting the growing demand for clean mobility solutions in the Puget Sound region. The Redmond EVOC spans nearly four acres and features 60 high capacity charging ports powered by over 5 megawatts of energy. This infrastructure will enable the facility to charge more than 300 vehicles daily, including motorcoaches and shuttles. To ensure uninterrupted operations during emergencies, the facility will also include 1.5 megawatts of backup power. "As part of Hallcon’s 2017 vision for sustainable transportation, we are thrilled to break ground on our newest EV Operations Center in Redmond," said John R. Stoiber, Hallcon President & CEO. "With its world-class charging capacity and fleet electrification capabilities, we aim to position Redmond and the state of Washington as a hub for sustainable transportation and forward-thinking mobility." Once operational, the EVOC is expected to eliminate 25,000 tons of carbon emissions annually, equivalent to removing thousands of cars from local roads each year. Designed to serve fleet clients with valet-style charging and vehicle staging, the site will also create nearly 50 new green jobs in the region. “Our Economic Development Strategic Plan, which was adopted last year, outlines goals to attract companies that align with our commitment to sustainability,” said Mayor Angela Birney. “Hallcon is doing impressive work in this area, and we are grateful to see an EV charging facility of this caliber choosing to call Redmond home.” Hallcon’s EV Operations Center will be built out in phases to align with client needs and meet the region’s growing demand for EV charging services. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2025, this facility will provide critical charging infrastructure while also offering advanced EV analytics and command center services to support customers across the region. Washington State Senator Vandana Slatter, who represents the 48th Legislative District, also celebrated the groundbreaking: “Supporting electrification and clean mobility is essential to achieving Washington’s ambitious climate goals. Hallcon’s leadership exemplifies what can be accomplished when private investment aligns with public purpose, paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future for our communities.” "Partnering with Hallcon on their EV Operations Center exemplifies our dedication to accelerate sustainable transportation,” said Aaron August, SVP, Chief Customer and Transformation Officer at Puget Sound Energy. “Initiatives like this are essential to achieving Washington State’s ambitious clean energy goals while delivering lasting environmental and economic benefits to the communities we serve.” About EVOne® Hallcon delivers unparalleled expertise in turnkey electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure development, analytics, charge management, infrastructure maintenance, optimization, and Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS). The company has established state-of-the-art EV Operations Centers strategically located in San Jose, CA, Fremont, CA, and Redmond, WA. About Hallcon Hallcon is a transportation and infrastructure services company focused on turnkey solutions for clients such as technology companies, manufacturers, railroads, universities, corporate business parks, hospitals and healthcare, airports, public transportation agencies, and more. The company provides essential transportation services, including shuttles, integrated command centers, electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, transportation brokerage services, technology integration, data analytics and business intelligence, maintenance, cleaning, and rider experience enhancement. Learn more at www.hallcon.com. Media Contact: Jeff Byma VP, Marketing Hallcon Corporation 630-390-4647 jbyma@hallcon.com

If you're a car park owner still relying on traditional flat solar panels, you're not just missing out on energy efficiency – you're leaving money on the table. While the solar industry has largely stagnated with the same flat-panel approach for decades, revolutionary technology is reshaping what's possible for commercial properties. The "Flat" Problem: Why Traditional Solar Panels Are Failing Car Parks Most solar installations in American car parks suffer from a fundamental design flaw: they're flat. These horizontal panels only capture direct sunlight when the sun is positioned optimally overhead, missing vast amounts of available solar energy throughout the day. But the problems don't stop there. Flat surfaces become magnets for dust, debris, leaves, and bird droppings. As this accumulation builds up, the relentless sun literally bakes these contaminants into the panel surface, creating a degradation cycle that steadily reduces power output over time. This contamination doesn't just hurt performance – it damages the panels permanently, dramatically increasing your capital expenditure as replacement costs mount. Enter iLamp's 360-degree cylindrical solar arrays. These innovative units capture sunlight from every angle throughout the day, maximizing energy generation regardless of sun position. Each unit features complete glass protection in sealed housing that prevents dust accumulation and condensation damage, virtually eliminating the maintenance headaches that plague flat installations. The "Dumb" Problem: When Solar Panels Just Generate Power Traditional solar panels are one-trick ponies. They generate electricity and that's it. In today's connected world, that's like buying a smartphone that can only make calls. iLamp transforms solar infrastructure into intelligent command centers. Each unit is packed with cutting-edge technology including: • Multi-spectrum cameras for security and analytics • WiFi connectivity for seamless integration • Environmental sensors monitoring air quality, noise, and weather • Smart hub capabilities for IoT device management • AI monitoring systems providing real-time insights • Interactive communication – iLamp units can speak, listen, and respond The latest innovation? AI Factories integration – edge computing capabilities built directly into each unit. This breakthrough technology transforms your lighting infrastructure into distributed computing nodes, processing data locally and reducing latency for smart city applications. The "Poor" Problem: Solar Panels That Cost Money Instead of Making It Here's where traditional solar really falls short: it's all expense, no additional income. You invest in panels, hope for rebates, and pray the energy savings eventually justify the cost. iLamp flips this model entirely. Each unit becomes a revenue-generating asset through multiple income streams: • AI Factories edge computing: Generates approximately $4,500 annually per unit through distributed computing services • Data monetization: Environmental and traffic analytics valuable to municipalities and businesses • Advertising opportunities: Digital display capabilities for location-based marketing • Smart city services: Connectivity infrastructure for IoT applications The timing couldn't be better. While traditional solar rebates are being phased out across many jurisdictions, AI infrastructure incentives are rapidly expanding. Smart property owners are positioning themselves to benefit from this massive shift in government priorities. Car Park Game-Changer: Emergency Power When You Need It Most For car park operators, iLamp offers a critical advantage that flat panels simply cannot match. An iLamp installation on the fifth floor of a standard car park generates sufficient excess energy to power: • Emergency lighting systems for lower floors during outages • Barrier gate operations maintaining security during power failures • Payment gateway systems ensuring continuous revenue flow • Essential safety systems meeting regulatory requirements This emergency power capability isn't just convenient – it's a competitive advantage that enhances customer confidence and operational reliability. The Bottom Line: Circular, Smart, and Profitable While competitors struggle with the "big beautiful bill" of traditional solar maintenance and replacement costs, iLamp users stay ahead of the curve with technology that pays for itself. iLamp is: • Circular: 360-degree energy capture maximizes generation • Smart: Advanced AI and IoT capabilities future-proof your investment • Profitable: Multiple revenue streams transform infrastructure costs into income opportunities Ready to Upgrade Your Car Park? Don't let your property fall behind with yesterday's flat, dumb, and poor solar technology. The future of smart infrastructure is here, and it's generating both power and profits for forward-thinking property owners. Visit iLamp.com or contact your local license holder to discover how this revolutionary technology can transform your car park into a smart, profitable asset. 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Vancouver, Canada – The City of Pompano Beach has signed up to Meters for Trees, the multi-award-winning tree planting initiative from PayByPhone, the global leader in mobile parking payments, effective immediately. Jeff Lantz, Parking Manager, the City of Pompano Beach, says, “Meters for Trees is a meaningful and easy way for us to move toward an eco-friendlier future by ensuring we are not only addressing air quality for our residents and visitors but also supporting our own environment through local tree planting.” PayByPhone, a parking payments provider for the City of Pompano Beach since 2021, across its nine on- and off-street parking locations, first launched Meters for Trees in the UK in 2019, as part of its broader environmental campaigns including Green December. These initiatives help forward-thinking cities, universities, and parking operators reduce their costly parking hardware as they opt for a mobile app-based parking service. Over the past five years, PayByPhone’s environmental campaigns have collectively planted over 225,000 trees globally. Under the terms of Meters for Trees, PayByPhone will plant one tree for every multi-space pay station and for every ten single space parking meters that are removed in the City of Pompano Beach, totaling 11 trees, in 2025. Trees will be planted in Withlacoochee State Forest, through PayByPhone’s partner, veritree, an organization that connects businesses with verified tree planting projects to elevate global reforestation. Meters for Trees supports the City of Pompano Beach in furthering its sustainability initiatives by removing parking hardware and planting trees while at the same time saving costs. By removing payment hardware and planting trees, CO₂ is absorbed by each newly planted tree as it grows, directly benefitting the local environment through carbon footprint reduction as CO₂ is sequestered from the atmosphere. Digital parking payments also eliminate the need for cash collection vehicles that would be emitting harmful tailpipe gasses as well as reduce costly compliance issues for the City with expensive card readers in the payment hardware. Carmen Donnell, Managing Director North America for PayByPhone, says, “We’re proud to work alongside partners like the City of Pompano Beach who share our vision of sustainability and environmental stewardship. In welcoming the City to our Meters for Trees campaign, we are making a meaningful step toward building a greener tomorrow.” Meters for Trees is a multi-award-winning initiative, having won 12 international awards, including a Global Gold Award at the 2019 Green World Environment Awards in the Carbon Reduction and Local Authorities categories, the Green Champion Award in Carbon Reduction at the 2019 Green Apple Environment Awards, and the Environmental Initiative Award at the 2020 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. The City of Pompano joins The City of South Miami and The City of Coral Gables, Florida, The City of Olympia, Washington, and The City of Allentown, Pennsylvania, who joined Meters for Trees in 2025. For more information about Meters for Trees, please visit www.paybyphone.com/meters-for-trees. 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. Press contact: Sarah Claridge Communications Consultant Indaba sarah.claridge@weareindaba.com  (+44) 207 692 4964

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