Keeping traffic moving, drivers safe, and assets sound
The A24 motorway is operated by Egis Road Operation Portugal and is a key transportation corridor in northern Portugal, stretching 157 kilometres from Viseu to Vila Verde de Raia near the Spanish border. It features multiple viaducts and tunnels, reflecting the challenging terrain of the region, and it plays a significant role in supporting regional economic development and mobility.
Operating a motorway such as the A24 presents a complex array of challenges, each requiring swift decision-making, coordination, and a clear overview of both routine activities and unexpected events.
- Traffic monitoring is a constant task, with operators needing to track the flow of vehicles in real-time, detect congestion or incidents, and respond to accidents or breakdowns with minimal delay. Weather events, from snow, heavy rain and fog to extreme heat, can rapidly alter driving conditions and must be closely watched to ensure safety alerts and maintenance crews are mobilised when needed.
- Routine maintenance planning is another critical performance area: balancing regular upkeep of viaducts, tunnels, and road surfaces while minimising disruption to traffic. Coordinating teams, scheduling lane closures, and tracking the status of each maintenance task demands the kind of centralised oversight that a smart software solution excels at.
- Environmental monitoring — tracking emissions, noise, and local biodiversity—requires careful data collection and reporting to ensure compliance with regulations and to support sustainability efforts.
