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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, VICTORIA


“Melbourne was among the first cities in the world to introduce multi-lane free-flow tolling and has a world-leading managed motorway network. It also has the largest continually operating tram network in the world”


ROAD TO GROWTH VicRoads, the body responsible for managing Victoria’s arterial road network, are recognised internationally for their innovative use of ITS technology, says Scott, who will be presented a paper to the Congress on the architecture and technical challenges behind the development of the VicTraffic app suite. Melbourne was among the first cities in the


world to introduce multi-lane free-flow tolling and has a world-leading managed motorway network. It also has the largest continually oper- ating tram network in the world and a Tram Tracker app that provides real-time timetable information. The city’s business sector has a wealth of expertise in inno-


vative transport technology solutions, from traffic software and communications to route planning and scheduling, sup- ply chain management, telecommunications infrastructure and smart car technology. “For a company such as ours, Melbourne is a fantastic place


to be based,’’ says Scott. “There is a great support network from government and educational institutions, and the tech and start-up ecosystem is really good. Melbourne is a world leader in that regard.’’


NETWORKS FOR THE FUTURE Technology such as the VicTraffic apps for road users cannot operate without good networks to support them - networks


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such as those provided by Commtel Network Solutions. Com- mtel is a Melbourne company that specialises in building tel- ecom networks for non-telecom companies, including the transport sector. “We build the networks that make things happen,’’ says Paul


Mascitti, Commtel’s director of sales and business develop- ment. “We operate in mission-critical, time-sensitive, safety- conscious environments, especially for the rail industry.’’ The company services major national passenger and heavy


haulage systems, and clients include rail operators Aurizon, BHP and Rio Tinto. Victoria is home to advanced capabilities in manufacturing,


supply chain management and transport technology solu- tions, providing the ideal environment for Commtel, says Mas- citti. “Through our Melbourne-based sister company Avara we also manufacture specialised equipment for rail systems


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