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{"data":{"posts":[{"id":43,"image":{"id":781,"parent_id":33,"name":"Businesspeople Shaking Hands.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":253215,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.43":"Smart Parking have signed a game changing contract in the UK with NHS Shared Business Services"},"created_at":"2019-03-20 15:06:39","updated_at":"2019-03-27 11:03:44","link":"\/asset\/781.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"247.28 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking have signed a game changing contract in the UK with NHS Shared Business Services","title":"Smart Parking have signed a game changing contract in the UK with NHS Shared Business Services","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\nSmart Parking are delighted to announce that we’ve been awarded a “Car Park Management and Infrastructure” framework agreement by NHS Shared Business Services.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nNHS Shared Business Services is a national provider for a range of health and corporate Service Framework Agreements. They go through the lengthy procurement and due diligence process, resulting in an approved list of suppliers that have been evaluated on suitability, quality and price that is available to all public sector authorities in the UK.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis means that authorities across the UK, ranging from NHS Trusts, local councils, education facilities, museums and housing associations – among others – can choose a service provider based on the NHS Shared Business Services’ pre-vetted supplier lists, either as a direct contract or under a mini-competition.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking successfully applied for and were awarded as framework agreement suppliers in three lots – ANPR, Pay & Display Solutions, and Occupancy Monitoring: Tech & Services.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThese services form the backbone of Smart Parking’s managed car park services offering, and our solution, technologies and services can be easily customised and combined to suit the needs of a variety of different sites. As such, we are confident we can meet the diverse requirements of a range of authorities.<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-have-signed-a-game-changing-contract-in-the-uk-with-nhs-shared-business-services","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":43,"active":1,"available_at":"2019-01-31 14:46:28","created_at":"2019-03-20 14:56:00","updated_at":"2019-03-27 11:03:44","header_image":{"id":781,"parent_id":33,"name":"Businesspeople Shaking Hands.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":253215,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.43":"Smart Parking have signed a game changing contract in the UK with NHS Shared Business Services"},"created_at":"2019-03-20 15:06:39","updated_at":"2019-03-27 11:03:44","link":"\/asset\/781.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"247.28 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":4,"image":{"id":782,"parent_id":33,"name":"The Domain Sydney Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":527872,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.4":"The Domain Parking Station in Sydney is getting a smart technology overhaul"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:24:30","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:25:42","link":"\/asset\/782.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"515.50 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"The Domain Parking Station in Sydney is getting a smart technology overhaul","title":"The Domain Parking Station in Sydney is getting a smart technology overhaul","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\nThe Domain is located in Sydney’s CBD district, and is an inner-city oasis with large open grassy areas, groups of mature trees and walkways, making it a popular area for people relax, exercise and play sports.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nIt also has several entertainment areas that play host to a multitude of open-air gatherings such as concerts, meetings and events, and The Domain also draws visitors from adjoining public institutions including Sydney Hospital, Parliament House and the State Library, as well as the Royal Botanic Gardens.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWilson Parking have managed the Domain Parking Station for a few years now, and recently decided to award Smart Parking the contract to install our OHI system in the car park, to enhance motorists’ customer experience and journey.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe project will install more than a thousand overhead indicator sensors, who display green light for a free bay or red light for an unavailable bay, as well as indicators for defined use bays such as disabled bays or loading zones.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well, motorists will be further guided through the car park using LED signage displays that show visibility of the number of vacant car parks on different levels of the building.<\/p>\nAll of this information is gathered once a car pulls into a bay by our SmartCloud platform. This is run using the Google Cloud Platform and means we can display accurate bay status on both the OHI and LED signage within seconds of a cars arrival.<\/p>","name_id":"the-domain-parking-station-in-sydney-is-getting-a-smart-technology-overhaul","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":4,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-12-21 11:10:56","created_at":"2019-01-22 11:12:32","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:25:42","header_image":{"id":782,"parent_id":33,"name":"The Domain Sydney Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":527872,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.4":"The Domain Parking Station in Sydney is getting a smart technology overhaul"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:24:30","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:25:42","link":"\/asset\/782.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"515.50 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":5,"image":{"id":783,"parent_id":33,"name":"Les Mills Auckland Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":175079,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.5":"Global fitness giant Les Mills will soon be able offer their customers a free and easy way to park at their central Auckland gym."},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:29:57","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:30:21","link":"\/asset\/783.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"170.98 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Global fitness giant Les Mills will soon be able offer their customers a free and easy way to park at their central Auckland gym.","title":"Global fitness giant Les Mills will soon be able offer their customers a free and easy way to park at their central Auckland gym.","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\nLes Mills’ flagship club has been an institution in inner city Auckland since 1986, and its cutting edge fitness classes coupled with the best quality workout machines and equipment have seen its impressive membership numbers increase year on year.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<img style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; color: #005480;\" src=\"\/asset\/436.png\" \/><\/span>Les Mills recognised the need to provide free parking facilities to their loyal members while they’re working out at the gym, but as the car park in question is also used by members of the general public the difficulty arose on how to effectively allow genuine gym members to access free parking, while other casual parkers are still free to pay for their parking requirements as usual.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking put together a proposal with a solution that was simple, robust and smart.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAlong with an installation of overhead guidance sensors that affords motorists a quick and easy view of available bays, as well as directional LED signage letting them know how many spaces are free on which level, we also tailored our SmartCloud platform and Smart Parking app to work in with Les Mills’ membership system.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nEssentially, we would harness the power of our Smart Parking app, and the gym would notify all its members that the parking system was changing, and encourage them to install the Smart Parking app onto their phones via the Apple or Google Play app stores. <\/p>\nOnce installed, gym members will enter the same email address they use for their Les Mills membership as well as details such as their vehicle registration number and payment details. On arrival at the car park, all a member needs to do is open the app, select the gym car park and enter the bay number they have parked in. They will have the option of selecting the free 90 minutes, or longer if they wish, then once they swipe in at the gym their parking will be validated.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIf a member opts to stay for longer than 90 minutes they can extend their session and become a standard casual user of the facility.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis clever solution was immediately seen by Les Mills as the sensible way to provide free parking to their members while controlling any abuse of parking space and still allowing access to the car park by the general public.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nLes Mills were also suitably impressed that our system employs open source technology and can therefore be easily integrated into the current system. Once the member swipes in at the gym their valid details will be sent automatically to the encrypted Smart Parking integration API, and their 90 minutes free parking will be automatically enacted.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWe believe this willingness to engage in an open sharing of resources is one of the things that sets Smart Parking apart from our competitors, and look forward to working with Les Mills to improve their customer experience.<\/p>","name_id":"global-fitness-giant-les-mills-will-soon-be-able-offer-their-customers-a-free-and-easy-way-to-park-at-their-central-auckland-gym","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":5,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-11-28 10:47:49","created_at":"2019-02-14 10:50:28","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:30:21","header_image":{"id":783,"parent_id":33,"name":"Les Mills Auckland Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":175079,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.5":"Global fitness giant Les Mills will soon be able offer their customers a free and easy way to park at their central Auckland gym."},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:29:57","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:30:21","link":"\/asset\/783.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"170.98 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":6,"image":{"id":437,"parent_id":33,"name":"merimbula-bega-valley-shire-council_crop.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":83733,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":394,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.6":"Bega Valley Shire are the latest Australian council to adopt a SmartPark system"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:58:35","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:04:36","link":"\/asset\/437.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"81.77 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Bega Valley Shire are the latest Australian council to adopt a SmartPark system","title":"Bega Valley Shire are the latest Australian council to adopt a SmartPark system","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/437.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Smart Parking have recently added another Australian council to our portfolio, with the contract to install our SmartPark system in the area of Bega Valley Shire (in New South Wales, Australia) being awarded in November 2018.<\/h2>Merimbula\u2019s footprint isn\u2019t a large one, but it is significant in that it\u2019s one of only a few Australian cities in New South Wales to have its own airport, as well as being located equidistant between Sydney and Melbourne, right off the national highway 1. As well, the town centre serves as a hub for interstate coach services, rail connections and commuter bus services.<\/p> <\/p>This means that the town sees a reasonably heavy amount of vehicle traffic, and in the interest of managing parking services it was decided that a smart city parking solution was required.<\/p> <\/p>The requirements included a specific set of deliverables including value for money, easy maintenance, ability to be expanded on, improved parking compliance, improved customer experience and better visibility of real-time parking information for both city operators and motorists.<\/p> <\/p>Smart Parking won the tender on the back of our previous track record and the fact that our system ticked off all the above deliverables.<\/p> <\/p>The install will include our latest dual-detection in-ground sensors, as well as SmartSpot gateways to relay the data from the sensors to SmartCloud, our IoT platform. Bega Valley Shire Council were also impressed by our innovative SmartCloud platform, as this will allow them to collect and analyse large sets of data and information garnered by the sensors. This will afford them a view of how their parking is being used, and allow for informed decision making around future planning.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"\/asset\/453\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"float-right\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 84, 128);\"><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/438.jpeg\"><\/a><\/p>A key requirement in the brief was also to ensure that the system installed would be able to be expanded on in the future. This benefit is integral to our system as it has been designed from day one to be a true smart city tool. By simply installing more sensors and SmartSpots, we can streamline these into SmartCloud at the touch of a button.<\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"bega-valley-shire-are-the-latest-australian-council-to-adopt-a-smart-park-system","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":6,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-11-15 10:57:04","created_at":"2019-02-14 10:58:08","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:04:36","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":7,"image":{"id":784,"parent_id":33,"name":"Parking Organisation of the Year.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":237004,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.7":"Smart Parking Wins 2018 Parking Organisation of the Year Award"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:39:53","updated_at":"2019-03-21 16:58:33","link":"\/asset\/784.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"231.45 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking Wins 2018 Parking Organisation of the Year Award","title":"Smart Parking Wins 2018 Parking Organisation of the Year Award","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\n<img style=\"float: right;\" src=\"\/asset\/436.png\" \/>Smart Parking are delighted to announce that we've taken home the award for Parking Organisation of the Year at the 2018 Parking Industry Awards.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe award was presented at an industry dinner at The Star Gold Coast, and was attended by over 300 members of the parking community. As well as winning the top category, Smart Parking was also named as a finalist in the Outstanding Customer Service award.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nOur winning entry put the spotlight on our people, processes and products, all of which have been instrumental in our momentum and success we’re building on year after year.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<img style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"\/asset\/789.jpeg\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe prestigious Parking Industry Awards celebrates the achievements of individuals, teams and organisations for excellence, outstanding facilities and innovation throughout the parking sector. Through showcasing best practice and rewarding exceptional contributions, the Awards aim to highlight the industry’s commitment to raising the standards of the parking industry.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nEntries to the 2018 Parking Industry Awards were judged by a panel of nine national and international industry professionals.<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-wins-2018-parking-organisation-of-the-year-award","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":7,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-11-08 11:04:44","created_at":"2019-02-14 11:05:31","updated_at":"2019-03-21 16:58:33","header_image":{"id":784,"parent_id":33,"name":"Parking Organisation of the Year.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":237004,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.7":"Smart Parking Wins 2018 Parking Organisation of the Year Award"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 13:39:53","updated_at":"2019-03-21 16:58:33","link":"\/asset\/784.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"231.45 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":2,"image":{"id":34,"parent_id":33,"name":"news1.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":63555,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":720,"height":400,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.2":"The Lord Mayor of Adelaide pays a visit to Smart Parking's installation in Adelaide City"},"created_at":"2018-10-29 14:57:13","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:00:28","link":"\/asset\/34.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"62.07 kB"},"news_category_id":3,"name":"The Lord Mayor of Adelaide pays a visit to Smart Parking's installation in Adelaide City","title":"The Lord Mayor of Adelaide pays a visit to Smart Parking's installation in Adelaide City","intro":null,"content":"<h2> <\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.9news.com.au\/national\/2018\/03\/07\/20\/43\/smart-parking-sensors-to-be-installed-in-adelaide-cbd\"><img src=\"\/asset\/34.jpeg\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n <\/p>\nFollowing on from our announcement in December 2017 of the City of Adelaide contract, we’re pleased to announce that the ground has been broken on the project.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nWe recently had the Lord Mayor of Adelaide, Martin Haese, on site to watch the first sensors going in, and 9 News were also there interviewing the Lord Mayor and passing citizens - to very positive reviews.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.9news.com.au\/national\/2018\/03\/07\/20\/43\/smart-parking-sensors-to-be-installed-in-adelaide-cbd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the full article here <\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"the-lord-mayor-of-adelaide-pays-a-visit-to-smart-parking-s-installation-in-adelaide-city","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":2,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-10-29 14:30:17","created_at":"2018-10-29 14:58:17","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:00:28","header_image":null,"category":{"id":3,"image":null,"name":"In The Media","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":3,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02"}},{"id":1,"image":{"id":785,"parent_id":33,"name":"Curtin University.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":174330,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.1":"Smart Parking & Cisco at Curtin University"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:47","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:05:05","link":"\/asset\/785.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"170.24 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking & Cisco at Curtin University","title":"Smart Parking & Cisco at Curtin University","intro":"test","content":" <\/p>\nLocated in Perth, Australia, Curtin University is the largest university in Western Australia, with over 55,000 students being educated across five main faculties.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs you can imagine, this large body of students, not to mention teaching and support staff, put some strain on limited parking facilities.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking was selected to work alongside Cisco, participating in a proof-of-concept for parking technologies at Curtin University. An install of SmartSensors across bays in the visitor and short-term parking area was carried out in January and February 2018.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe Smart Parking solution will serve to provide users information on availability and location of parking spots through a combination of in-ground sensors and a mobile application. This information is harnessed using our SmartCloud platform, the open nature of which allows us to seamlessly work in conjunction with Cisco’s Kinetic for Cities platform.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe dual platforms enable the University to not only manage parking and congestion, but also afford insights and a better understanding of car park patterns, with the capability to allocate additional assets dynamically based upon policies.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking Limited are a member of the Cisco Smart Cities Ecosystem which offers clients a fully integrated solution and a risk-free deployment. The Cisco Kinetic for Cities offering has been recognised as the industry leading provider by Navigant Research in an independent evaluator of Smart City Suppliers in its 2017 Report.<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-cisco-at-curtin-university","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":1,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-10-12 13:42:03","created_at":"2018-10-29 13:39:14","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:05:04","header_image":{"id":785,"parent_id":33,"name":"Curtin University.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":174330,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.1":"Smart Parking & Cisco at Curtin University"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:47","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:05:05","link":"\/asset\/785.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"170.24 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":8,"image":{"id":461,"parent_id":33,"name":"Businessmen-Shaking-Hands-reduced.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":20360,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":720,"height":274,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.8":"Smart Parking Complete New UK CEO Hire"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 11:26:13","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:22:13","link":"\/asset\/461.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"19.88 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking Complete New UK CEO Hire","title":"Smart Parking Complete New UK CEO Hire","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/461.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Smart Parking today announced that its Group CEO, Paul Gillespie has appointed Nigel Coltman as UK Chief Executive Officer. <\/h2><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/462.jpeg\"><\/span><\/p>Nigel will assume the role with Smart Parking UK on 1 October, coming from his previous post at NSL Ltd, the leading UK parking service provider for UK Government.<\/p> <\/p>Bringing with him a wealth of experience, Nigel has worked for the past 6 years as a Board Director at NSL - initially responsible for their Local Government Business and more recently tasked with growing their Central Government, Business Processing and Airport divisions.<\/p> <\/p>Along with the Executive Team, Nigel recently helped sell the business in late 2016 to Marston Holdings. Nigel had been with NSL Ltd for the past 13 years in various Senior Management Roles, and prior to that he worked for Central Parking Systems and Whitbread.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"\/asset\/440\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"float-right\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 84, 128);\"><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/463.jpeg\" height=\"206\" width=\"167\"><\/a><\/p>Nigel will be instrumental in executing Smart Parking\u2019s UK growth strategy. He will work closely with senior management across the global operation, as well as overseeing the development of existing and new business in both the UK Services and Technology divisions.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-complete-new-uk-ceo-hire","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":8,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-09-12 11:19:09","created_at":"2019-02-14 11:20:07","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:22:13","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":9,"image":{"id":466,"parent_id":33,"name":"Mernda Junction Image 4_crop.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":213090,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":700,"height":375,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.9":"Melbourne\u2019s North-Eastern suburbs will soon enjoy a brand new mall with a state-of-the-art parking system"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 11:33:42","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:36:43","link":"\/asset\/466.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"208.10 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Melbourne\u2019s North-Eastern suburbs will soon enjoy a brand new mall with a state-of-the-art parking system","title":"Melbourne\u2019s North-Eastern suburbs will soon enjoy a brand new mall with a state-of-the-art parking system","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/466.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Smart Parking have the hardware, equipment, software and know-how to install a state-of-the-art car park system in the new Mernda Junction Shopping Centre.<\/h2>Mernda Junction Shopping Centre has been designed to offer customers a fresh and engaging shopping experience, and is set to create a new benchmark in neighbourhood shopping.<\/p> <\/p>Located in Melbourne\u2019s North-Eastern City of Whittlesea, Mernda is a rapidly developing residential area with a high profile position and easy access via the Metropolitan Ring Road. Mernda Junction\u2019s Shopping Centre\u2019s vision was to offer a range of well known outlets such as Chemist Warehouse, Liquorland and a Coles supermarket, as well as over 20 specialty retail stores that offer a well-rounded shopping and dining experience.<\/p> <\/p>Recognising the need to provide their shoppers with seamless, hassle-free car parking, Mernda Junction Shopping Centre felt confident that Smart Parking had the hardware, equipment, software and know-how to install a state-of-the-art car park system in their new shopping centre.<\/p> <\/p>Included in the scope were a mixture of sensors \u2013 in-ground sensors cover the open air car park, and overhead indicator sensors monitor bays and show bay visibility via coloured LED lights within the covered area of the car park. As well, a range of variable message signs will be strategically placed around the site, to help direct motorists to where they can find an available spot to park their car.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"\/asset\/452\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"float-right\"><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/465.jpeg\" height=\"207\" width=\"173\" style=\"font-family: Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; color: rgb(0, 84, 128); outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;\"><\/a>Operators at Mernda Junction were also delighted with Smart Parking\u2019s serverless platform that collects all the data from the sensors, and allows a range of actions to be deployed. These can include monitoring and changing rules on certain sensors to allow better car park flow, as well as a rich back-end dashboard that can afford insights of their car park behavior at both an overview and granular level.<\/p> <\/p>This means they can control their car park and confidently future-proof their asset by having real-time information, reporting and trends at their fingertips.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"melbourne-s-north-eastern-suburbs-will-soon-enjoy-a-brand-new-mall-with-a-state-of-the-art-parking-system","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":9,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-09-11 11:31:36","created_at":"2019-02-14 11:32:41","updated_at":"2019-02-15 10:36:43","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":10,"image":{"id":468,"parent_id":33,"name":"ColesGalleryImage2_cropped.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":162504,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":625,"height":348,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.10":"Coles Woodend is the latest Coles supermarket to install Smart Parking in Australia"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 11:46:28","updated_at":"2019-02-15 11:09:07","link":"\/asset\/468.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"158.70 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Coles Woodend is the latest Coles supermarket to install Smart Parking in Australia","title":"Coles Woodend is the latest Coles supermarket to install Smart Parking in Australia","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/468.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Coles' latest development in Woodend is set to include a cutting edge, smart city car park.<\/h2>Smart Parking is delighted to receive yet another Coles contract - this time in Woodend, Victoria.<\/p> <\/p>Coles Woodend is currently under construction, due for completion later this year and will service the busy town of Woodend, situated in the beautiful Macedon Ranges shire.<\/p> <\/p>Smart Parking\u2019s system was the most compliant, comprehensive, robust and advanced solution that matched Coles Woodend\u2019s visions and requirements, and this \u2013 coupled with the fact that we have a long history of working with the Coles franchise \u2013 meant that the choice to go with Smart Parking was an easy one.<\/p> <\/p>To this end, Coles Woodend are set to install almost 200 in-ground vehicle detection sensors, which will relay live parking events, via our SmartSpot gateways, into the SmartCloud platform.<\/p> <\/p>This will in turn process these events and feed back live information to the LED variable message signage in the car park, meaning motorists can see which rows have available bays, and be directed to different areas of the car park on busy days.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"\/asset\/439\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"float-right\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/467.jpeg\" height=\"202\" width=\"158\"><\/a><\/p>The Coles operators will also have a tool that puts complete visibility of car park activity in their hands. Not only can they see if overstays are abusing the system, but they can analyse longer-term parking trends and set rules around individual sensor behaviour. This allows them to personally programme sensors closer to the store for a shorter amount of time, allowing people who just need to pop in a quick and easy journey, while saving longer stay bays for those who wish to stay for a lengthier shop.<\/p> <\/p>Install is set to begin in September 2018, with visitors to Coles Woodend being able to enjoy the new car park experience in the near future.<\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"coles-woodend-is-the-latest-coles-supermarket-to-install-smart-parking-in-australia","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":10,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-08-01 11:43:57","created_at":"2019-02-14 11:47:01","updated_at":"2019-02-15 11:09:07","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":3,"image":{"id":35,"parent_id":33,"name":"news2.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":95015,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":720,"height":400,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.3":"Sunshine Council looks to the future of parking"},"created_at":"2018-10-29 14:57:14","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:11:21","link":"\/asset\/35.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"92.79 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Sunshine Council looks to the future of parking","title":"Sunshine council looks to the future of parking","intro":null,"content":"<h2> <\/h2>\n<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/142.jpeg\" \/><\/span><\/h2>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking are set to install our SmartPark system in the Sunshine Coast suburb of Maroochydore.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe Sunshine Coast is one of the most renowned and recognisable areas of Australia. Located in Queensland, it spans around 60km of coastline lined with unbroken beaches, and is also home to popular tourist drawcards such as Australia Zoo and Underwater World marine park, as well as a myriad of other attractions such as lakes, mountains, reserves and more.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWith locals and tourists numbering in the millions, Sunshine Coast Council wanted a parking management system that was not only robust and cutting-edge, but was also scalable and able to be expanded on in the future.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThanks to our relationship with Telstra, and the viability of our system, Smart Parking was selected to supply a car park management solution.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWith the initial focus being on a targeted area of Maroochydore, Smart Parking are scheduled to begin the install our Smart Park system in August 2018.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis initial install will include our latest dual-detection in-ground sensors, as well as SmartSpot gateways to relay the data from the sensors to SmartCloud, our IoT platform.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nOnce in SmartCloud, this information is made visible to Council operators via the online dashboard. This not only shows live parking events, but affords users a detailed site overview, meaning informed decisions can be made around how the status of each individual bay is regulated. As well, detailed reports can be generated, and the Council also has the power to generate customised, targeted reporting themselves, without having to bring in external IT contractors.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nA key requirement in the brief was also to ensure that the system installed would be able to be expanded on in the future. This benefit is integral to our system as it has been designed from day one to be a true smart city tool. By simply installing more sensors and SmartSpots, we can streamline these into SmartCloud at the touch of a button.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well, our SmartSpots can be opened up to third party contractors, meaning sensor-based services such as lighting, public WiFi, air quality, surveillance and more can be run through our SmartSpots and SmartCloud platform, allowing control of a range of smart city services from a single dashboard.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a class=\"float-right\" style=\"color: #005480;\" href=\"\/asset\/444\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/469.jpeg\" width=\"172\" height=\"202\" \/><\/a><\/p>\nThe benefit to citizens and tourists alike will be a more streamlined and fair way to use regulated parking spots. Our on-site variable message signage will let motorists know exact bay availability before they even enter the car park, and our Smart Parking app will provide guidance at a higher level by allowing visitors to plan their entire journey.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"sunshine-council-looks-to-the-future-of-parking","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":3,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-07-16 14:07:57","created_at":"2018-10-29 14:59:17","updated_at":"2019-03-21 13:11:21","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":11,"image":{"id":471,"parent_id":33,"name":"Figtree Grove Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":1549152,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":3186,"height":1072,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.11":"Smart Parking adds another shopping centre to our Australian portfolio"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 12:01:12","updated_at":"2019-02-14 12:05:52","link":"\/asset\/471.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"1.48 MB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking adds another shopping centre to our Australian portfolio","title":"Smart Parking adds another shopping centre to our Australian portfolio","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/472.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\nFigtree Grove Shopping Centre is improving their customer experience with a cutting-edge car park system<\/p>\n <\/p>\nComprising over 80 specialty stores, as well sharing a site with Coles, Woolworths and a 24-hour Kmart, Figtree Grove Shopping Centre has been serving the Wollongong region in New South Wales, Australia, since 1965.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe large footprint has changed significantly in its 53 years of operation, undergoing four major redevelopments including upgrading from a neighbourhood to a regional shopping centre, and three further redevelopments in 1987, 1992 and most recently in 2009, which saw the addition of 15 new stores.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nToday Figtree Grove Shopping Centre is visited by over 4.6 million shoppers each year and this, combined with staff car park needs, have led management to recognise the need for a car park system that both enables them to monitor and report on car park usage, while affording shoppers better visibility and directions to available car park bays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIn July 2018, Smart Parking received notice that we were selected as preferred supplier to install over 900 parking bay sensors at Figtree Grove, these being a mixture of in-ground and surface-mount, to suit the different natures of the sprawling, multi-level car park.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well as the sensors, the project will also include real-time guidance via variable message signage, giving shoppers a quick, easy way to determine where there are available car parks throughout the site.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nCentre management will have full visibility and control of their site via the Smart Parking back-end dashboard. This cloud-based system allows operators to set rules such as time limits or bay usage for individual sensors, as well as providing a dashboard that shows bay status, overall car park usage and capacity. Templated reports can also be generated at the click of a button, or customised reports can be quickly and easily built by office staff without needing to engage costly development charges.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nBen Williams, Smart Parking’s Australian Sales Manager, commented “We’re pleased to be working with Figtree Grove Shopping Centre, and look forward to providing a solution that will improve customer experience for their shoppers. We’re also delighted to see our shopping centre portfolio continue to grow.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/441\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/470.jpeg\" width=\"162\" height=\"203\" \/><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-adds-another-shopping-centre-to-our-australian-portfolio","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":11,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-07-10 11:56:34","created_at":"2019-02-14 12:00:17","updated_at":"2019-02-14 12:05:52","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":12,"image":{"id":473,"parent_id":33,"name":"MORETON_BAY_REDUCED.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":51147,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":720,"height":274,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.12":"Moreton Bay\u2019s bug about parking finds a solution in Smart Parking"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 12:11:47","updated_at":"2019-02-15 11:13:32","link":"\/asset\/473.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"49.95 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Moreton Bay\u2019s bug about parking finds a solution in Smart Parking","title":"Moreton Bay\u2019s bug about parking finds a solution in Smart Parking","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/473.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Moreton Bay Regional Council has selected Smart Parking as the supplier of a car park management solution in the thriving North Lakes area.<\/h2>Moreton Bay is located in Queensland, Australia and is considered a natural attraction due to its accessibility and versatility, hosting a wide range of beach-going, aquatic and fishing activities, as well as services such as public ferries, barges and water taxis.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>All of this activity makes the area a draw card for locals and tourists alike, and the Moreton Bay Regional Council recognised that increasing numbers of people arriving in the area was starting to put strain on the parking facilities.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>Thanks to our relationship with Telstra, and the viability of our system, Smart Parking was selected to be the preferred supplier of a car park management solution.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>Focusing on the thriving North Lakes area, Smart Parking are set to install 358 in-ground sensors that will monitor and relay individual bay status to our SmartSpot units that will be installed around the site to provide a live network of connectivity.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>This real-time information is then sent on to our Google Cloud powered SmartCloud platform, which allows processing and analytics, displaying site visibility and specialised reporting to operators at Moreton Bay City Council.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p><a href=\"\/asset\/442\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"float-right\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/475.jpeg\" height=\"196\" width=\"157\" style=\"outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;\"><\/em><\/a>Moreton Bay were also impressed by the fact that the SmartPark system allows operators to remotely control individual parking bay rules, meaning that they can re-set sensor behaviour after analysing individual bay usage such as peak times and typical length of stay, ensuring that traffic flow and visitor requirements can be met.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>The install is due to begin early August, just in time for the influx of summer visitors and activities - and with our ongoing support agreement with Moreton Bay, we can ensure that parking in the area is kept streamlined in future years.<\/p>  <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"moreton-bay-s-bug-about-parking-finds-a-solution-in-smart-parking","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":12,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-07-09 12:09:37","created_at":"2019-02-14 12:10:34","updated_at":"2019-02-15 11:13:32","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":13,"image":{"id":477,"parent_id":33,"name":"coles-supermarket_cropped.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":124476,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":496,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.13":"A brand new Coles supermarket requires a cutting edge car park"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 12:20:51","updated_at":"2019-02-18 10:20:16","link":"\/asset\/477.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"121.56 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"A brand new Coles supermarket requires a cutting edge car park","title":"A brand new Coles supermarket requires a cutting edge car park","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/477.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h2>Australian supermarket giant Coles is adding a brand new super store to their portfolio in Middle Camberwell, Victoria.<\/h2>\nTo enhance the customer experience they will also be including a 3-level underground car park – which Smart Parking are contracted to install our parking system in.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAlong with in-ground sensors, we will be installing OHIs which act both as a sensor and an occupancy indicator, by way of LED lights that change colour depending on the activity in the individual bay. These OHIs are an extremely popular choice for off-street car parks as they afford motorists a clear view of available bays, cutting down on time cars are spent circling a car park looking for a park.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/445\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"float: right;\" src=\"\/asset\/478.jpeg\" width=\"158\" height=\"219\" \/><\/a>To further enhance the customer experience, Smart Parking will also be installing smart signage that will let motorists know how many spaces are available, and direct them to the best level to park on.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe SmartPark system is powered by our back end software, which allows Coles to remotely monitor and update their site, and customised mapping will allow them to see site overview and create customised reporting.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"a-brand-new-coles-supermarket-requires-a-cutting-edge-car-park","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":13,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-06-21 12:18:38","created_at":"2019-02-14 12:19:37","updated_at":"2019-02-18 10:20:16","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":14,"image":{"id":786,"parent_id":33,"name":"Night Surf Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":333377,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.14":"Turning it up for UK Pro Surf Tour's Night Surf event at Fistral Beach"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:47","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:06:51","link":"\/asset\/786.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"325.56 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Turning it up for UK Pro Surf Tour's Night Surf event at Fistral Beach","title":"Turning it up for UK Pro Surf Tour's Night Surf event at Fistral Beach","intro":null,"content":"<h6>Photo of 2017 Tour Champion Reubyn Ash (credit Jason Feast).<\/h6>\n <\/p>\nFor the fifth year running, Smart Parking will be sponsoring Event 3 of the UK Pro Surf Tour - the world famous Smart Parking Night Surf 2018.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe UK Pro Surf Tour is in its 21st year and continues to see more amazing talent showing their stuff at some of the best surf locations across the UK. The organization is dedicated to inclusivity and development of talent, and each event of the UK Pro Surf Tour is a great chance to witness surfers of all nationality, gender and age come together for some fierce competition in an electric atmosphere.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking are proud to support this worthwhile organisation, and the Night Surf event at Fistral Beach has proven to be one of the most exciting and legendary events on the Tour.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe Smart Parking Night Surf 2018 is the only event of its kind in the UK, and is being held on the 6th – 7th July. It’s a great chance for the community to get together to enjoy live music & DJs, a festive atmosphere and of course some world-class surfing!<\/p>\n <\/p>\nYou can find out more about Smart Parking Night Surf and check out other events on the UK Pro Surf Tour at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ukprosurf.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ukprosurf.com<\/a><\/p>","name_id":"turning-it-up-for-uk-pro-surf-tour-s-night-surf-event-at-fistral-beach","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":14,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-06-15 12:23:19","created_at":"2019-02-14 12:24:24","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:06:51","header_image":{"id":786,"parent_id":33,"name":"Night Surf Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":333377,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.14":"Turning it up for UK Pro Surf Tour's Night Surf event at Fistral Beach"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:47","updated_at":"2019-03-21 14:06:51","link":"\/asset\/786.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"325.56 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":15,"image":{"id":788,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coconut Grove Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":337173,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.15":"Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida, now has a smart city parking solution","news_posts.18":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:48","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:54:45","link":"\/asset\/788.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"329.27 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida, now has a smart city parking solution","title":"Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida, now has a smart city parking solution","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\nSmart Parking has been working with WiseMoving Technologies to bring our product and technology to the American market, starting with a project for the City of Miami.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nCoconut Grove is located in the middle of Miami, yet is seen as a tropical oasis and a destination neighbourhood due to its bohemian vibe and eclectic mix of cafés and restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and stunning marina.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe City of Miami recognised the need for some form of parking monitoring and control to manage the flow of local and visitor vehicles. After due process, they selected Smart Parking’s product and system through our American distributor - WiseMoving Technologies.<\/p>\nIn-ground sensors and SmartSpot gateways were installed on the streets of Coconut Grove, which are linked through to our SmartCloud platform and dashboard.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well, we developed a customised app called Smart Park Miami, which provides people real-time information around navigation, bay availability and guidance.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/nz\/app\/smart-park-miami\/id1373089348?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/11.png\" \/><\/a> <img src=\"\/asset\/486.jpeg\" \/>  <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=io.smartsys.wmt.usmiawt01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/12.png\" \/><\/a>  <img src=\"\/asset\/487.jpeg\" \/><\/p>","name_id":"coconut-grove-in-miami-florida-now-has-a-smart-city-parking-solution","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":15,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-04-30 12:35:53","created_at":"2019-02-14 12:37:06","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:47:54","header_image":{"id":788,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coconut Grove Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":337173,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.15":"Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida, now has a smart city parking solution","news_posts.18":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:48","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:54:45","link":"\/asset\/788.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"329.27 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":16,"image":{"id":488,"parent_id":33,"name":"Smart-Parking-App-reduced.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":83152,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":720,"height":411,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.16":"There\u2019s a new parking app in town"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 13:11:49","updated_at":"2019-02-18 10:28:55","link":"\/asset\/488.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"81.20 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"There\u2019s a new parking app in town","title":"There\u2019s a new parking app in town","intro":null,"content":"  <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"MsoNormal\"><img src=\"\/asset\/488.jpeg\" \/><\/h4>\n<h2 class=\"MsoNormal\">In the midst of putting the finishing touches on our new SmartCloud platform - as well as other R&D developments - we’ve also found time to develop and launch our new app.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n‘Smart Parking’ is now available to download for both Android and iOS, and contains a raft of features that will help motorists find a park, as well as providing detailed, live information around hours and availability, tariffs, directions and distance.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe app is powered by SmartCloud - our Google Cloud based smart cities platform – which enables it to operate both at an overview level and at a granular, bay-by-bay level, meaning you can drill down and pinpoint the best parking option for you – great for when you’re in an unfamiliar city.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe good news for our customers is that the app is part of our Smart Park solution, meaning your site can be added into the database and be available for motorists to use when looking for parking locally. We can also produce customised and individually branded versions of this app for those who have specific requirements.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nSo far we have sites visible in Wellington, Cardiff, Singapore, Canberra, Sydney and Adelaide, with plans to rapidly expand this by adding the rest of our global sites over the coming months. We are also looking forward to making the parking payment option feature live for various locations - watch this space!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/451\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"float: right;\" src=\"\/asset\/490.jpeg\" width=\"149\" height=\"202\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\nIn the meantime, make sure you download the app and get familiar with all of its features and benefits.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/nz\/app\/smart-parking-s3\/id1297829489?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/11.png\" \/><\/a>   <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=io.smartsys.master\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/12.png\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>","name_id":"there-s-a-new-parking-app-in-town","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":16,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-04-11 13:07:41","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:08:46","updated_at":"2019-02-18 10:28:55","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":17,"image":{"id":493,"parent_id":33,"name":"Greenwich iStock-696873266 2.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":833967,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":3200,"height":1800,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.17":"Smart Parking will soon be available in the historic Royal Borough of Greenwich"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 13:22:08","updated_at":"2019-02-14 13:22:52","link":"\/asset\/493.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"814.42 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking will soon be available in the historic Royal Borough of Greenwich","title":"Smart Parking will soon be available in the historic Royal Borough of Greenwich","intro":null,"content":"  <\/p>\n<img src=\"\/asset\/491.jpeg\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"MsoNormal\">Smart Parking are delighted to be a part of the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s 'Sharing Cities' and 'Low Emission Neighbourhood' initiatives, after recently receiving confirmation that we have been selected as the preferred parking technology supplier.<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/p>\nThe Royal Borough of Greenwich, in the UK, is a culturally significant area – being most renowned for being the location of the Prime Meridian, as well as home to Greenwich Observatory and the Cutty Sark.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nToday, the area is a complex urban environment with a mixture of historic sites, urban housing, businesses and green spaces.<\/span><\/p>\nParking pressure around the University and National Maritime Museum is high, and with the smart city low emission focus Greenwich were keen to ensure that bays reserved for electric vehicles were kept free for their purpose, and not be used for general parking.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nBeing a key tourism site, another requirement was to focus on the high amount of tourist coaches that enter the area each day. Around the town centre and park the Borough provides free coach parking facilities, and with no way to monitor the length of stay times it has been difficult to estimate usage of the coach bays.<\/span><\/p>\nSmart Parking was able to meet these requirements and more, making the decision to award the contract an easy one for Greenwich.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nWe will shortly be installing our SmartPark system, including sensors and SmartSpot gateways, which will feed information into our SmartCloud platform and dashboard which will, in turn, seamlessly integrate with the Borough’s smart city Urban Sharing Platform.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking CEO Paul Gillespie commented “This is another excellent opportunity for Smart Parking to be a part of a smart city initiative, and we’re excited to help the Royal Borough of Greenwich realise their goal of reducing emissions and encouraging the use of electric vehicles.”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/446\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/492.jpeg\" width=\"151\" height=\"204\" \/><\/em><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-will-soon-be-available-in-the-historic-royal-borough-of-greenwich","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":17,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-04-09 13:17:44","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:18:35","updated_at":"2019-02-14 13:22:52","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":18,"image":{"id":787,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coles Surrey Hills.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":217953,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.18":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:48","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:54:45","link":"\/asset\/787.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"212.84 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio","title":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio","intro":null,"content":" <\/p>\nWe are pleased to announce that Australian supermarket giant Coles has recently signed with Smart Parking for us to supply our SmartPark system to their Surrey Hills store.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe install will include our newly released overhead indicator sensors, which not only sense parking activity but display instant, live bay occupancy status in the form of coloured LED lights. These sensors will work in tandem with variable message signage that will direct motorists around the car park, and will be deployed along with our newly released SmartCloud platform and dashboard.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis SmartPark system will afford Coles Surrey Hills live feeds of car park activity as well as back-end reporting and analytics for better management of their customers’ parking needs.<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-have-added-another-coles-supermarket-in-australia-to-our-growing-coles-portfolio","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":18,"active":1,"available_at":"2018-04-08 13:23:46","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:26:02","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:54:45","header_image":{"id":788,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coconut Grove Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":337173,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":2000,"height":667,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.15":"Coconut Grove in Miami, Florida, now has a smart city parking solution","news_posts.18":"Smart Parking have added another Coles supermarket in Australia to our growing Coles portfolio"},"created_at":"2019-03-21 14:01:48","updated_at":"2019-03-21 15:54:45","link":"\/asset\/788.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"329.27 kB"},"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":19,"image":{"id":497,"parent_id":33,"name":"clocktower - Amateur 2.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":650343,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":3008,"height":1490,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.19":"Smart Parking has just announced to the ASX that a contract award notice has been received from the City of Moonee Valley, Melbourne."},"created_at":"2019-02-14 13:34:51","updated_at":"2019-02-14 13:37:22","link":"\/asset\/497.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"635.10 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking has just announced to the ASX that a contract award notice has been received from the City of Moonee Valley, Melbourne.","title":"Smart Parking has just announced to the ASX that a contract award notice has been received from the City of Moonee Valley, Melbourne.","intro":null,"content":"  <\/p>\n<h4 class=\"MsoNormal\"><img src=\"\/asset\/496.jpeg\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"MsoNormal\"> <\/h4>\n<h4 class=\"MsoNormal\">Smart Parking is set to introduce Smart City initiatives and reinvent the parking experience in Moonee Valley.<\/h4>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking are delighted to announce that we have newly received a contract award notice to supply and install 1,500 real-time sensors as part of a parking monitoring and management system in the City of Moonee Valley.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nAlong with the hardware and software packages to be deployed by Smart Parking, the City of Moonee Valley are taking a huge step towards their Smart City agenda by including in the scope provision for public WiFi through Smart Parking’s SmartCloud communications infrastructure.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis is a very exciting initiative, as it allows Smart Parking and Moonee Valley to provide a comprehensive and future-proof Smart City solution. Public WiFi creates new opportunities for community engagement and collaboration in the City’s public spaces, as well as the capability to seamlessly add more services in the future using the Smart Parking platform.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nAlong with the installed equipment and technology capabilities, Smart Parking has also been engaged to fulfil a 3-year maintenance contract with two 4-year extension options to ensure the system is always operating at its maximum capability.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking CEO Paul Gillespie commented “Directly following our recent Smart City win, Smart Parking are very pleased to announce the new contract with the City of Moonee Valley. We’re really excited about the Smart City IoT integration initiative where we will be using our SmartCloud platform to distribute public WiFi. We are looking forward to the deployment of the project in early 2018, and are delighted to be chosen to reinvent the parking experience in Moonee Valley.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/450\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to read the Press Release<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-has-just-announced-to-the-asx-that-a-contract-award-notice-has-been-received-from-the-city-of-moonee-valley-melbourne","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":19,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-12-22 13:29:22","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:30:48","updated_at":"2019-02-14 13:37:22","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":20,"image":{"id":498,"parent_id":33,"name":"Adelaide iStock-489910889_crop2.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":584023,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":1000,"height":509,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.20":"Smart Parking announces to ASX that a letter of intent has been received from the City of Adelaide"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 13:40:53","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:28:13","link":"\/asset\/498.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"570.33 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking announces to ASX that a letter of intent has been received from the City of Adelaide","title":"Smart Parking announces to ASX that a letter of intent has been received from the City of Adelaide","intro":null,"content":"<h4><img src=\"\/asset\/498.jpeg\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4> <\/h4>\n<h2>Smart Parking is set to reinvent the parking experience in Adelaide.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nSmart parking is delighted to announce that after a robust tender process we have received a letter of intent to supply and install 2,800 real-time parking sensors – which along with our guidance and payment app and dashboard reporting - will be deployed in the City of Adelaide in 2018.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe smart parking project is a key initiative of the City of Adelaide’s ongoing Smart City agenda and Smart Parking will help them with this vision by ensuring that when people drive into the city they are afforded an easy system to find and pay for their parking.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe technology includes a smart system whereby sensors provide real-time occupancy data into Smart Parking’s SmartCloud platform. This information will then be relayed back to motorists so they can remotely top up their parking or check how much time they have left, as well as providing the City of Adelaide with accurate data and analytics. The City can then use this information during decision making around future infrastructure needs of the city.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAlong with the installed equipment Smart parking has also been engaged to fulfil a 5-year maintenance contract to ensure the system is always operating at its maximum capability.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"\/asset\/447\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to read the Press Release<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-announces-to-asx-that-a-letter-of-intent-has-been-received-from-the-city-of-adelaide","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":20,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-12-21 13:38:28","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:39:24","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:28:13","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":21,"image":{"id":502,"parent_id":33,"name":"Milford_Sound_Header2 (1).jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":694151,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":3008,"height":1490,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.21":"Milford Sound introduces Smart Parking technology to ease parking frustrations at tourist hotspot"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 13:53:15","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:35:32","link":"\/asset\/502.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"677.88 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Milford Sound introduces Smart Parking technology to ease parking frustrations at tourist hotspot","title":"Milford Sound introduces Smart Parking technology to ease parking frustrations at tourist hotspot","intro":null,"content":"<h4><img src=\"\/asset\/499.jpeg\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4> <\/h4>\n<h2>The popularity of Milford Sound Information Centre and Café with the hundreds of thousands of tourists who visit the area each year meant increasing pressure on the parking facilities.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nMilford Sound is one of New Zealand’s most awe inspiring natural attractions. It is located in Fiordland, a World Heritage Site, and every year draws hundreds of thousands of visitors, making it one of New Zealand’s most visited tourist spots.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThere is a 4-hour drive from Queenstown, or a 2-hour drive from Te Anau, and the country is so scenic that many visitors will hire a car and drive themselves so they can take their time, enjoy the scenery, and stop at rest stops for photographs.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSituated right on the waterfront, the Milford Sound Information Centre and Café is always a thriving hub of activity. However, the popularity of the Centre meant increasing pressure on the parking facilities. To reduce congestion, get maximum efficiency from available space, and increase exploration time for visitors Milford Sound Information Centre and Café needed a smart car park system that would guide motorists quickly and accurately to vacant parking bays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nMilford Sound Tourism turned to Smart Parking, who recommended their SmartGuide solution. The recent deployment involved the installation of over 200 of their second generation vehicle detection sensors across all three of the Centre’s car parks. The sensors detect the occupancy status of every parking space and send live data through Smart Parking’s SmartCloud, which in turn feeds this data to the large on-site digital signage. This helps direct drivers to available bays, resulting in improved traffic flow and a better visitor experience.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well as this information affording drivers a hassle-free parking experience, the data is also fed into SmartRep – Smart Parking’s analytics tool and dashboard – giving Milford Sound Tourism the opportunity to monitor data such as numbers and length of stay, and contributing to decisions around future planning of the area.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"milford-sound-introduces-smart-parking-technology-to-ease-parking-frustrations-at-tourist-hotspot","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":21,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-12-20 13:43:16","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:44:19","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:35:32","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":22,"image":{"id":504,"parent_id":33,"name":"queenstown_airport_header.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":671789,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":3008,"height":1490,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.22":"Smart Parking partners with Queenstown International Airport to reinvent the parking experience"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 14:00:02","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:35:48","link":"\/asset\/504.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"656.04 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking partners with Queenstown International Airport to reinvent the parking experience","title":"Smart Parking partners with Queenstown International Airport to reinvent the parking experience","intro":null,"content":"<h4><img src=\"\/asset\/503.jpeg\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4> <\/h4>\n<h2>Christmas is coming early at Queenstown Airport with the install of over 450 vehicle detection sensors, allowing Smart Parking's SmartGuide solution to be deployed throughout its terminal car parks.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nQueenstown, the 'adventure capital of New Zealand', is one of the country’s top tourist destinations. As the gateway to the city, it is important that the customer experience begins at the airport, where travellers are looking for a smooth and easy arrival or departure.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIn an effort to aid seamless travel to and from the facility, Queenstown Airport is deploying Smart Parking’s SmartGuide solution throughout its terminal car parks prior to Christmas.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe 450+ vehicle detection sensors are installed to detect the presence of vehicles. The sensors transmit live occupancy information to Smart Parking’s SmartCloud data intelligence platform, which feeds the quantity, type and location of available spaces to dynamic signage that will be placed at the entrance to the airport and on the airport website alerting drivers to vacant bays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe deployment of this new technology now means that travellers can easily see availability of bays, saving them time when flying from Queenstown Airport and providing them information early to make choices about where to park.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nNewly appointed Queenstown Airport GM Commercial and Customer Experience Olivia Pierre says that the aim of the sensor technology is to help airport visitors make more informed choices about their parking and transport options.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“Over the last 18 months Queenstown Airport has invested over $4.2million in its ground transport and car parking offering to ensure an excellent customer experience for airport visitors and a wider choice of options when flying to and from Queenstown.<\/p>\n“Our main focus to date has been improving the parking infrastructure, including expanding our car parking by nearly 70%, bringing back the drop-off zone, and building a new roundabout and dedicated coach parks. The next step has been looking at technology solutions which will further enhance the customer experience. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n“We’ve already rolled out ‘Tap & Go’ in the terminal car parks for ease of payment and radio-frequency identification (RFID) for commercial operators which provides a range of benefits.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“Sensor technology will now take us to the next level in providing real-time information. This will give airport visitors more control over their experience and take away the worry of whether there will be a car park for them,” she said.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking are now working with the Airport on Stage Two of the project which will see the majority of the bays located on the main site have sensors installed by Christmas, which will allow travellers and commuters to have visibility of parking availability and give Queenstown Airport that valuable data of their asset<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-partners-with-queenstown-international-airport-to-reinvent-the-parking-experience","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":22,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-12-13 13:55:36","created_at":"2019-02-14 13:56:33","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:35:48","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":23,"image":{"id":505,"parent_id":33,"name":"parking-hobart.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":185026,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":535,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.23":"Hobart to roll out sensor parking in the city\u2019s major car parks"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 14:02:52","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:40:15","link":"\/asset\/505.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"180.69 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Hobart to roll out sensor parking in the city\u2019s major car parks","title":"Hobart to roll out sensor parking in the city\u2019s major car parks","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/505.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h2>Hobart City Council will roll out a $800,000, 2100-strong fleet of in-ground parking sensors across the city next year.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nThe council this year awarded the contract to Smart Parking (ASX:SPZ), which will partner with Australian Parking and Revenue Control for the installation of the integrated parking system.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIt will be used at Salamanca Place, Dunn Place, Condell Place and Leroy Street car parks, while the voucher machines at the Domain and Regatta Ground will stay the same.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe new system features in-ground parking sensors that can detect the moment a vehicle arrives and immediately notify parking inspectors electronically when motorists exceed their time limits.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIn the council’s annual report, which will be discussed tonight at the city’s annual general meeting, Hobart Lord Mayor Sue Hickey said it was time to replace the council’s equipment.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“The new meters are customer-friendly and will take payment by a mobile app, credit card and cash,” Alderman Hickey wrote in her Lord Mayor’s message.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n“The mobile device app will allow for a reminder to be set to help avoid parking fines when the meter expires.<\/em><\/p>\n“Installation of the equipment is expected to commence in early 2018.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs well as the sensors, the system will involve a seven-inch Parkeon colour screen that can even allow the council to advertise and display missing person notices or law enforcement messages.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe roll out of the sensors follows extensive testing in Hobart’s CBD.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIntroduction of the sensors interstate over recent years has led to increases in parking fines, but also more challenges, including through the courts.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIt is the second big change in how the council enforces parking with all its parking inspectors wearing body cameras to stop verbal abuse and threats made against them.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"hobart-to-roll-out-sensor-parking-in-the-city-s-major-car-parks","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":23,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-11-20 14:01:28","created_at":"2019-02-14 14:02:15","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:40:15","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":24,"image":{"id":506,"parent_id":33,"name":"Park Cardiff Image.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":204646,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":391,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.24":"New parking app launched to ease the search for a parking spot in Cardiff in Europe\u2019s first citywide roll out of smart parking technology"},"created_at":"2019-02-14 14:07:09","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:43:19","link":"\/asset\/506.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"199.85 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"New parking app launched to ease the search for a parking spot in Cardiff in Europe\u2019s first citywide roll out of smart parking technology","title":"New parking app launched to ease the search for a parking spot in Cardiff in Europe\u2019s first citywide roll out of smart parking technology","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/506.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h2>Cardiff is bidding farewell to the pain of finding a parking spot as a new smart parking system that helps drivers find an available parking space using the new ‘Park Cardiff’ smartphone app has gone live this week.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nWorking with parking technology firm Smart Parking Limited, Cardiff Council has installed 3,300 sensors in ‘paid-for’ and disabled parking bays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nCardiff Council is the first Council in Europe to roll out this technology across its citywide road network.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nCouncillor Caro Wild, Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning and Transport at Cardiff Council has set out his vision to get as many people as possible to use alternative forms of transport.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<img src=\"\/asset\/507.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\nCllr Wild said: “Although our priority is for people to use public or alternative forms of transport, we accept that there will still be a requirement for people to use the private car. Given this, we want to provide the technology to make parking as easy as possible, so that people don’t have to drive around the city to find a parking space. “<\/p>\n <\/p>\nCllr Wild continued: “Now that we have invested in this scheme, we want people that park in and around the city centre to download the free app – it is easy to use and will help both the motorist and the Council. Congestion and driving at low speeds significantly increases pollutants form cars, so we want people to find a space and park as quickly as possible.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\nVehicle detection sensors are embedded into the road and detect whether or not the parking bay is occupied using infrared technology.<\/p>\nPopulated with data collected through the sensors, drivers in Cardiff can download an app, called Park Cardiff, to search and view a real-time map of parking availability and be directed to an empty space. The Park Cardiff app is now available for iOS and Android devices on the Apple Store and Google Play store.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nPark Cardiff can also connect users to Cardiff’s mobile parking payment service - provided by MiPermit – which comes with free confirmation and reminder texts.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking’s bay sensor system has already been successfully deployed in Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East, South Africa and Europe.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe full rollout follows a successful pilot project in which 225 sensors were installed in streets including Museum Avenue and Sophia Gardens Car Park.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nPaul Gillespie, Smart Parking’s Group Chief Executive Officer, said he is delighted that Smart Parking technology is playing a key role in helping to transform the parking experience in Cardiff.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“The launch of the Smart Parking system is an important step in realising Cardiff’s vision of being a high quality, liveable smart city. Through the use of this innovative technology and the information it gathers, the city now have the opportunity to better understand the dynamics of traffic and parking.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n“The Park Cardiff app will deliver major benefits for people who need to park in central Cardiff. It will make finding a parking space easier so that drivers can reach their destinations faster and more conveniently and make a contribution to reducing the congestion and pollution associated with drivers speculatively searching for a space to park.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/park-cardiff\/id1300393883?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/11.png\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=io.smartsys.cardiff&hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img src=\"\/asset\/12.png\" \/> <\/a><\/p>","name_id":"new-parking-app-launched-to-ease-the-search-for-a-parking-spot-in-cardiff-in-europe-s-first-citywide-roll-out-of-smart-parking-technology","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":24,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-11-08 14:04:27","created_at":"2019-02-14 14:06:43","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:43:19","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":25,"image":{"id":526,"parent_id":33,"name":"Telstra Birdseye View.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":146072,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":452,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.25":"Telstra choose Smart Parking as preferred supplier of intelligent parking technology"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 12:53:33","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:57:04","link":"\/asset\/526.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"142.65 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Telstra choose Smart Parking as preferred supplier of intelligent parking technology","title":"Telstra choose Smart Parking as preferred supplier of intelligent parking technology","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/526.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ) a global leader in intelligent parking solutions is pleased to announce that it has joined forces with leading Australian telecommunications company Telstra Corporation Limited (ASX:TLS) as part of Telstra’s smart city initiative.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nTelstra began their deployment of smart city Internet of Things (IoT) technology in May 2017 in the city of Joondalup, Western Australia. The technology includes sensors that monitor temperature, humidity, pollution, light, vehicle activity and noise levels to give residents in Joondalup a smarter, better place to live.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nTelstra has chosen Smart Parking as its preferred supplier of sensors for the provision of real time parking information to city residents and visitors. To date, five contracts have been signed:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>City of Joondalup: 120 sensors and dynamic signage - May 2017. <a href=\"https:\/\/exchange.telstra.com.au\/iot-how-were-creating-australias-smartest-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Telstra Exchange<\/a><\/li>\n<li>City of Casey - 904 sensors and dynamic signage - November 2017. <a href=\"https:\/\/exchange.telstra.com.au\/bringing-iot-technology-to-one-city-at-a-time-smart-car-parks-at-bunjil-place\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Telstra Exchange<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Cairns Regional Council: 224 sensors - November 2017<\/li>\n<li>City of Greater Geelong: 209 sensors - December 2017<\/li>\n<li>Broken Hill City Council: 105 sensors - December 2017<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking has negotiated a special Purchase Order (PO) agreement with Telstra which sets the rates and conditions of contracts. This agreement will now allow Telstra to bring Smart Parking's innovative solutions to communities across Australia.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking CEO Paul Gillespie: “We are delighted to be working with Australia’s largest telecommunications company. Joining forces with Telstra further validates the effectiveness our technology and accelerates the roll out of our cutting-edge parking solutions. While Smart Parking’s management business continues to thrive, our technology division is growing fast and is becoming a major player in the burgeoning Internet of Things (IoT) and smart city space.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\"Combining Smart Parking's solutions with Telstra’s expansive 4G network which covers over 98% of the Australian population – the opportunities are endless and I’m excited to see our partnership evolve as we deliver world class parking experiences for the Australian market.\"<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"telstra-choose-smart-parking-as-preferred-supplier-of-intelligent-parking-technology","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":25,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-11-02 12:47:26","created_at":"2019-02-18 12:51:41","updated_at":"2019-02-18 12:57:04","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":26,"image":{"id":528,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coles-Supermarket_kedron..jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":96506,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":1014,"height":571,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.26":"Smart Parking delivers parking guidance technology at Coles Kedron"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:07:12","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:07:19","link":"\/asset\/528.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"94.24 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking delivers parking guidance technology at Coles Kedron","title":"Smart Parking delivers parking guidance technology at Coles Kedron","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/527.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Smart Parking's latest collaboration with Coles Supermarkets sees us deliver our SmartGuide solution at the newly opened Coles Kedron in Queensland.<\/h2>\nThe SmartGuide system, is a straight-forward guidance system that works with our vehicle detection sensors to identify available spaces and then guides customers to them with large, clear, digital signage.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\nEach individual available space in the supermarket's underground level is further identified with a high-intensity, space-specific, LED lighting.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWith the deployment of SmartGuide technology Coles will see improved customer satisfaction while getting maximum capacity from their facility.  <\/p>\n <\/p>\nIncreased capacity and less-time parking means that customers have more time to spend shopping or simply enjoy a coffee break at Coffee Guru.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-delivers-parking-guidance-technology-at-coles-kedron","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":26,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-10-19 12:59:47","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:00:23","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:07:19","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":27,"image":{"id":529,"parent_id":33,"name":"bunjil-place.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":76450,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":422,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.27":"Bringing IoT technology to one city at a time - smart car parks in the City of Casey"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:12:23","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:15:24","link":"\/asset\/529.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"74.66 kB"},"news_category_id":3,"name":"Bringing IoT technology to one city at a time - smart car parks in the City of Casey","title":"Bringing IoT technology to one city at a time - smart car parks in the City of Casey","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/529.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Smart Parking is set to deliver its smart parking solution for the Bunjil Place precinct located in the City of Casey.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nThe solution includes 904 of Smart Parking’s vehicle detection sensors used to monitor parking space availability, including mobility bays, which is displayed on variable message signs at the car parks entrances, with direction indicators to get the driver there.<\/p>\nSmartSpot Gateways will connect to the sites mobile network and act as the central communication unit that collects data from the sensors via wireless communication and transmits it to the SmartCloud parking services system.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking’s analytics tool and dashboard, SmartRep, will provide a real-time view of how the smart car park and its infrastructure is being used. This enables the City to monitor park facilities and use resources more efficiently to allow the City to plan more effectively creating an easier and happier parking experience for visitors.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking National Sales Manager Ben Williams said: “Smart Parking are delighted to be working with the City of Casey, to provide our leading edge technology. Our parking solution will make it easier for Casey residents and visitors to locate a parking space and will contribute to the positive experience of visiting the Bunjil Place precinct.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\nCity of Casey Strategic Mayor Cr Sam Aziz said the introduction of smart parking technology in the Bunjil Place precinct is an exciting step forward for Casey and will provide significant benefits to our community.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“Not only will the technology assist visitors to our Bunjil Place precinct in finding a suitable parking space, but the use of reporting data will also allow us to analyse individual parking bay usage, traffic flows and peak usage periods”, said the Mayor.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“Integrating this technology will provide us with significant future opportunities to continue on our journey in becoming a Smart City”.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThis is just another step forward as Smart Parking continues to bring IoT parking technology to communities across Australia. Earlier this year, Joondalup worked with Smart Parking to bring smart parks to its city. Smart Parking is now proud to bring IoT technology to Bunjil Place; the only facility of its kind serving a regional community and enabling them to connect better with arts and cultural activities.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/exchange.telstra.com.au\/bringing-iot-technology-to-one-city-at-a-time-smart-car-parks-at-bunjil-place\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">For more information Smart Parking in Bunjil Place visit Telstra Exchange<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"bringing-io-t-technology-to-one-city-at-a-time-smart-car-parks-in-the-city-of-casey","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":27,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-10-17 13:07:36","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:08:58","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:15:24","header_image":null,"category":{"id":3,"image":null,"name":"In The Media","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":3,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02"}},{"id":28,"image":{"id":530,"parent_id":33,"name":"joondalup_2.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":127011,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":422,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.28":"The City of Joondalup introduces Digital (IoT) Transformation for the Greater Good"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:22:00","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:24:47","link":"\/asset\/530.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"124.03 kB"},"news_category_id":3,"name":"The City of Joondalup introduces Digital (IoT) Transformation for the Greater Good","title":"The City of Joondalup introduces Digital (IoT) Transformation for the Greater Good","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/531.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>In a partnership with Telstra, the City of Joondalup have begun to introduce the latest in Smart City applications giving residents a smarter, better place to live.<\/h2>\nThe project sees the deployment of smart city technologies at Tom Simpson Park, a popular beach side location that is located just 30 minutes from Perth and attracts thousands of visitors each month.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking’s bay sensor solution has been deployed at Tom Simpson Park's IoT enabled car park, which is connected to the Telstra mobile network. Occupancy data collected through the vehicle detection sensors is transmitted into dynamic signage and shows how many spaces are available to people travelling to the area, helping traffic flows during peak periods and summer holidays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nJoondalup Local Mayor Troy Pickard said: “As the driver of innovation and economic growth for Perth’s northern region, the City of Joondalup are conscious of the escalating need for cities to meet the demands of the digital age and its role in government services. It is imperative that we reassess our business models and shift towards a more mobile and agile way of doing business, whilst using the technology to meet specific needs of its visitors in keeping the park clean, safe and convenient for everyone to enjoy.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking Sales Manager Ben Williams said: “We’re excited to be working with the City of the Joondalup in helping to deliver the City’s digital plan as it aspires to become one of Australia’s leading digital hubs. Our bay sensor solution will make it even easier for visitors to find a parking space, meaning more time to enjoy the parks facilities.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\nOther technologies deployed include:<\/p>\n <\/p>\nEnvironmental sensors that monitor light, temperature, noise, humidity and pollution levels in the park in real-time.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nA smart bin solution with sensors on the 32 bins located in the park to notify the City when bins need to be emptied enabling the City to manage rubbish collection more efficiently and gain insights into which areas of the park are being more frequently accessed by the community.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAn analytics tool and dashboard that provides a real-time view of how the park and its infrastructure are being used. This enables the City to monitor park facilities and use resources more efficiently to allow the City to plan more effectively.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/exchange.telstra.com.au\/iot-how-were-creating-australias-smartest-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">For more information Smart Parking in Joondalup visit Telstra Exchange<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"the-city-of-joondalup-introduces-digital-io-t-transformation-for-the-greater-good","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":28,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-10-16 13:22:09","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:23:40","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:24:47","header_image":null,"category":{"id":3,"image":null,"name":"In The Media","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":3,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:46:02"}},{"id":29,"image":{"id":533,"parent_id":33,"name":"Coles Willowdale.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":92837,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":674,"height":380,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.29":"Coles rolls out another successful Smart Parking instalment"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:27:31","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:27:54","link":"\/asset\/533.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"90.66 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Coles rolls out another successful Smart Parking instalment","title":"Coles rolls out another successful Smart Parking instalment","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/532.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>In July we were proud to announce Australian brand, Coles Supermarkets has chosen to work with Smart Parking to make parking easier and more convenient for its customers at new openings nationally.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nThe latest installation sees our SmartGuide solution deployed at Coles Willowdale in Sydney, New South Wales.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSet to open this week, the new Willowdale Shopping Centre will also include a mix of specialty retailers, alfresco dining areas alongside the full-line Coles supermarket.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe SmartGuide system, which detects the occupancy status of every parking space allows drivers check guidance signage to assess how many spaces are available on each row ensuring that the Coles car park is an easy place for users to navigate.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe installation comprises of 262 in-ground vehicle detection sensors linked to overhead variable message signs  along with SmartRep, Smart Parking’s powerful car parking management software tool.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"coles-rolls-out-another-successful-smart-parking-instalment","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":29,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-10-09 13:26:05","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:26:51","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:27:54","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":30,"image":{"id":534,"parent_id":33,"name":"PACE Award 2017.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":109279,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":534,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.30":"Smart Parking Recognised as Parking Organisation of the Year Finalist"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:30:22","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:36:45","link":"\/asset\/534.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"106.72 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking Recognised as Parking Organisation of the Year Finalist","title":"Smart Parking Recognised as Parking Organisation of the Year Finalist","intro":null,"content":"   <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"MsoNormal\"><img src=\"\/asset\/534.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"MsoNormal\">Smart Parking has been recognised as a finalist in the category of Parking Organisation of the Year at the 2017 Parking Industry Awards.<\/span><\/h2>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking Limited is an Australian Securities Exchange (ASX:SPZ) public listed company headquartered Melbourne, Australia with operating businesses in Auckland, New Zealand and Birmingham, UK. We are a proven and leading provider of technology and management services to the parking industry, with over a decade of experience in implementing successful customer parking environments.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAt the core of Smart Parking's' offering is our advanced real-time vehicle parking information sensor solution, known as 'SmartPark' which has been adopted in 17 countries. To date we have over 40,000 wireless sensors operating worldwide, supporting sophisticated sensing based parking systems in a range of environments including shopping centres, supermarkets, airports, commercial parking sites, universities and large scale municipal street environments. This has allowed Smart Parking to achieve the position of holding the largest market share for global intelligent parking sensor and integrated smart parking services. We estimate that at least 70% of all production scale and currently operating smart parking environments globally are using Smart Parking Limited systems.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe 2017 Parking Industry Awards were presented at an industry dinner at Sydney’s Star Event Centre on 18 September, attended by over 200 members of the parking community.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nThe prestigious Parking Industry Awards celebrates the achievements of individuals, teams and organisations for excellence, outstanding facilities and innovation throughout the parking sector. Through showcasing best practice and rewarding exceptional contributions, the Awards aim to highlight the industry’s commitment to raising the standards of the parking industry.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nEntries to the 2017 Parking Industry Awards were judged by a panel of ten international and national industry professionals.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nPaul Gillespie, Smart Parking CEO commented: “It’s very rewarding to be recognised by our industry peers as a leading forward thinking company. This recognition demonstrates Smart Parking's strong commitment towards providing excellence in parking technology and smart city solutions. We believe it makes a genuine difference to motorists driving and searching for a parking space in cities across Australia.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\"Parking Australia congratulates the 2017 finalists on their achievements. The Awards submissions demonstrate exceptionally high standards and show a strong commitment towards excellence across each sector of the industry. We commend all Awards entrants for pursuing the type of innovations that drive the parking industry forward, as well as campaigns that provide for an enhanced customer experience,\" said Parking Australia CEO, Lorraine Duffy.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAbout the Parking Industry Awards<\/p>\n <\/p>\nIndustry association, Parking Australia, operate the prestigious Parking Industry Awards program which distinguishes outstanding achievement and excellence in the Australian parking industry, recognising leading examples of new car park development and refurbishment, excellence in innovation and technology, outstanding marketing and communications, and exceptional use of on street and public space, as well as individual achievers and the parking organisation of the year.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-recognised-as-parking-organisation-of-the-year-finalist","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":30,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-09-21 13:28:25","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:29:28","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:36:45","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":31,"image":{"id":536,"parent_id":33,"name":"Hobart_1.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":173247,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":1014,"height":571,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.31":"Smart Parking Secures Hobart City Council Contract"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:44:07","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:46:19","link":"\/asset\/536.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"169.19 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking Secures Hobart City Council Contract","title":"Smart Parking Secures Hobart City Council Contract","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/535.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h2>Over the last 12 months Hobart City Council has begun to formulate and introduce state-of-the-art Smart City solutions. In partnership with Australian Parking and Revenue Control (APARC), Smart Parking is pleased to announce it has secured the contract to implement its vehicle detection sensor solution in Tasmania’s capital city.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nThe city’s complete smart parking solution comprises of Parkeon 7” colour screen parking meters, integrated enforcement, sensors, a mobile phone parking app, and real-time credit card processing in what is Australia’s first fully integrated smart city parking solution.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n2,100 in-ground vehicle detection sensors will be used to collect and transmit real-time data to Hobart City Council via Smart Parking’s back-office management reporting software and parking availability smartphone application giving residents live data on available parking spaces.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nParkeon colour screen meters offer a splash-screen so the Council can report whats going in downtown Hobart, advertise, and even display missing person notices or law enforcement messages. Hobart’s meters will be the first meters in the country to accept payment by ApplePay.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking CEO Paul Gillespie: “We are proud to announce the new contract with Hobart City Council. The continued uptake of our systems in Australia and beyond further cements our position as a world leader in the design, development and management of parking technology. We are also pleased to be working with APARC, which distributes machines made by Parkeon, a major player in parking management solutions”.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nArthur D. Riley’s enforcement and parking payment applications are also fully integrated with the Parkeon meters and vehicle detection sensors. The new smart city solution aims to reduce traffic congestion, help tourists navigate the city more easily and assist motorists to find and pay for parking.<\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-secures-hobart-city-council-contract","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":31,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-08-04 13:39:47","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:41:30","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:46:19","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":32,"image":{"id":537,"parent_id":33,"name":"coles-aurora-2.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":104770,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":802,"height":534,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.32":"Coles selects Smart Parking technology to transform parking at new supermarkets"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 13:55:36","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:59:37","link":"\/asset\/537.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"102.31 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Coles selects Smart Parking technology to transform parking at new supermarkets","title":"Coles selects Smart Parking technology to transform parking at new supermarkets","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/539.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Australian brand, Coles Supermarkets has chosen to work with Smart Parking to make parking easier and more convenient for its customers at five new supermarkets nationally.<\/h2>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking (ASX:SPZ) has installed its innovative guidance technology at five new Coles supermarkets, to help direct drivers to available car parking spaces quickly and easily. The sites include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Drysdale, Geelong, Victoria<\/li>\n<li>Amaroo, Canberra, ACT<\/li>\n<li>Aurora Village, Epping North, Victoria<\/li>\n<li>Kedron, Brisbane, Queensland.<\/li>\n<li>Willowdale, Leppington, NSW<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe deployment of parking guidance technology has seen in-ground vehicle detection sensors inserted in more than 800 parking bays across the five sites. This allows real-time monitoring of parking space availability, including mobility bays, which is displayed on variable message signs at driver decision points, with direction indicators to get the driver there.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nColes at Amaroo and Kedron will also feature Smart Parking’s overhead guidance technology to guide drivers to available bays with clear LED indicators which light green or red, depending on whether a particular space is occupied. Blue lights also indicate mobility bays.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<img src=\"\/asset\/537.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking CEO Paul Gillespie said: “Car parking is a customer’s first point of contact with a retailer, so it’s important that the process is quick and convenient. With less time spent searching for a parking space, visitors have more time for everything else.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“By working with Smart Parking, Coles has the latest in car parking technology at four new supermarkets that will help deliver a better customer experience before shoppers even enter the store. We hope to work with Coles to roll it out to more stores in future.”<\/p>","name_id":"coles-selects-smart-parking-technology-to-transform-parking-at-new-supermarkets","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":32,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-07-12 13:53:33","created_at":"2019-02-18 13:54:59","updated_at":"2019-02-18 13:59:37","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":33,"image":{"id":543,"parent_id":33,"name":"victoria-st-hamilton-evening-shot.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":137051,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":450,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.33":"Smart Parking receives order for Hamilton CBD installation"},"created_at":"2019-02-18 14:04:46","updated_at":"2019-02-18 14:09:16","link":"\/asset\/543.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"133.84 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking receives order for Hamilton CBD installation","title":"Smart Parking receives order for Hamilton CBD installation","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/543.jpeg\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Working in partnership with Arthur D. Riley Ltd, Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ) the global parking technology company has won a contract for the supply and maintenance of bay sensor technology for approximately 1345 parking bays in the City of Hamilton.<\/h2>\nLocated in the North Island, Hamilton is the fourth most populous city in New Zealand. The adoption of Smart Parking technology comes amid Hamilton City Council’s new parking plan to revitalise Hamilton’s Central Business District (CBD).<\/p>\n <\/p>\nPaul Gillespie, CEO at Smart Parking, said:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n“We have a strong history of working with some of the world’s leading councils, having completed the installation of over 34,000 parking bay sensors across the globe during the last 14 years, and we look forward to working Hamilton City Council in introducing the latest in in-ground vehicle detection sensors to assist in the daily management of on-street parking spaces.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAs part of the project we will also be working with with Arthur D. Riley Ltd to provide real-time parking availability into its parking payment app 'PayMyPark' which will enable drivers to locate and pay for vacant spaces in real-time using their smartphone device.”<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<img src=\"\/asset\/542.jpeg\" \/><\/p>\n <\/p>\nSmart Parking’s order from Hamilton City Council follows the recent deployment of over 3,500 vehicle detection sensors in Wellington representing Smart Parking’s further expansion into New Zealand.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<h4>Hamilton City Council<\/h4>\n <\/p>\nHamilton is a city in the Waikato region of New Zealand’s North Island. It is the country’s fourth most-populous city. To learn more please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamilton.govt.nz\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hamilton City Council website<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-receives-order-for-hamilton-cbd-installation","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":33,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-06-21 14:00:21","created_at":"2019-02-18 14:02:34","updated_at":"2019-02-18 14:09:16","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":34,"image":{"id":544,"parent_id":33,"name":"smart-parking-sap-tower-12-copy.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":121857,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":534,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.34":"Smart Parking (ASX:SPZ) wins new contract with Wilson Parking, New Zealand"},"created_at":"2019-02-19 11:08:21","updated_at":"2019-02-19 11:13:37","link":"\/asset\/544.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"119.00 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking (ASX:SPZ) wins new contract with Wilson Parking, New Zealand","title":"Smart Parking (ASX:SPZ) wins new contract with Wilson Parking, New Zealand","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/544.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h2>Global parking business Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ) is delighted to announce it has won a new contract in New Zealand, having been chosen by Wilson Parking New Zealand as the preferred supplier of sensor and bay-finding technology at nine new sites.<\/h2> <\/p>Wilson Parking is recognised as the APAC market leader in car park operations with more than 285 carparks in New Zealand, and international activities at more than 700 locations in Australia, Singapore, China, Korea, Malaysia and Hong Kong.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>The deal marks a continued cooperation with Wilson Parking New Zealand, which already has Smart Parking technology installed in 1,134 bays across four sites in FY17 including Auckland\u2019s iconic SAP Tower.<\/p> <\/p> <\/span><\/p><img src=\"http:\/\/smartparking.72dpi.net.nz\/asset\/545.jpeg\"><\/span><\/p>Within the next twelve months Wilson Parking New Zealand expects to roll out up to nine new sites which will encompass over 3,000 parking bays. As preferred supplier, Smart Parking will provide its state-of-the-art parking technology at these locations.<\/p> <\/span><\/p> <\/p>Smart Parking\u2019s sensors enable facilities to have access to real-time vehicle and parking space data. The bay-finding system identifies available spaces and then guides customers to them using clear digital signage and coloured LED lighting.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p> <\/p>In conjunction, these technologies improve parking management, traffic flow, and overall customer experience.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>Occupancy data collected through the sensors is transmitted in real-time to SmartRep, Smart Parking\u2019s car parking management software tool. Accurate vehicle-by-vehicle, real-time and historical data on actual usage of the car park gives Wilson Parking a better understanding of drivers\u2019 parking habits \u2013 knowledge that can be incorporated into future parking solutions.<\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-asx-spz-wins-new-contract-with-wilson-parking-new-zealand","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":34,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-06-12 11:05:41","created_at":"2019-02-19 11:07:18","updated_at":"2019-02-19 11:13:37","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":35,"image":{"id":566,"parent_id":33,"name":"Default_Smart-parking-thumb.jpg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":32846,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":360,"height":200,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.35":"Smart Parking named a top IDC Innovator"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 12:12:26","updated_at":"2019-02-20 12:12:44","link":"\/asset\/566.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"32.08 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking named a top IDC Innovator","title":"Smart Parking named a top IDC Innovator","intro":null,"content":"<h2>International Data Corporation (IDC) recognise Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ) as one of four innovative smart parking technology vendors in its recently published IDC Innovators report.<\/h2>Smart parking solutions are used to direct drivers to open parking spaces by leveraging 3rd platform technologies like cloud, mobile, big data and analytics via data collected through sensors placed within each parking space.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.idc.com\/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS42732117\" target=\"_blank\">IDC <\/a>highlight Smart Parking Limited as a cloud-based solution using in-ground, surface-mount, and above-space parking sensors, all of which connect to mobile apps for parking guidance, information and payment.<\/p>With over 34,000 wireless sensors installed in 17 countries worldwide, Smart Parking Limited is a leader within the parking technology field and have a major role to play in bringing about improvements in convenience, congestion, urban mobility, lower costs, and the delivery of practical data intelligence.<\/p> <\/p>\"The provision and management of parking within cities is critical for a city's ability to function and thrive,\" said <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idc.com\/getdoc.jsp?containerId=PRF004869\" target=\"_blank\">Mark Zannoni,<\/a> IDC research director for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.idc.com\/getdoc.jsp?containerId=IDC_P23432\" target=\"_blank\">Smart Cities<\/a> and Transportation. \"Parking impacts the urban economy and quality of life as it provides access to businesses and events, affects traffic, and provides sizable revenues to local governments. Accordingly, more and more cities worldwide are looking at smart parking as a service offering as they transform themselves into smart cities.\"<\/p> <\/p><h4>About IDC Innovators<\/h4> <\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.idc.com\/getdoc.jsp?containerId=US42558817\" target=\"_blank\">IDC Innovators: Smart Parking, 2017 Report <\/a>(IDC #US42558817) profiles smart parking vendors - under $100 million in revenue at time of selection \u2013 chosen by an IDC analyst within a specific market that offer an innovative new technology, a groundbreaking approach to an existing issue, and\/or an interesting new business model.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-named-a-top-idc-innovator","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":35,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-06-08 11:14:20","created_at":"2019-02-19 11:15:09","updated_at":"2019-02-20 12:12:44","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":36,"image":{"id":547,"parent_id":33,"name":"king_edwards_barracks2.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":106952,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":451,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.36":"Historic King Edward Barracks steps into the future with Smart Parking technology"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 10:36:40","updated_at":"2019-02-20 10:39:35","link":"\/asset\/547.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"104.45 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Historic King Edward Barracks steps into the future with Smart Parking technology","title":"Historic King Edward Barracks steps into the future with Smart Parking technology","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/547.jpeg\"><\/h2><h2>In partnership with Wilson Parking, Smart Parking has deployed overhead guidance technology at the innovative Ng\u0101i Tahu Property development in central Christchurch.<\/h2>Located in the West End, the historic King Edwards Barracks site will become a vibrant and vital link between the CBD, Hagley Park, the Cultural Precinct and the Civic Building.<\/p> <\/p>The new development aims to create the benchmark for post-earthquake commercial buildings having adopted the latest earthquake technology and quality design with one building being base isolated and the other using a buckle restrained bracing system. <\/p> <\/p>As part of the master planned complex, a 20,000m\u00b2 683 bay multi-storey car park has been constructed with the same earthquake technology, for public use and as well as leased parking. Set to open in April 2017, the Car Park will have the latest in parking technology including licence plate recognition and Smart Parking\u2019s overhead guidance indicator technology. <\/p> <\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/546.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p> <\/p>Smart Parking\u2019s sensors detect the presence of a vehicle within each parking bay. Each sensor is linked to a large, clear overhead indicator, which lights green or red indicating live parking availability to motorists.<\/p> <\/p>The new system is complemented by 11 variable message signs, each displaying the number of free parks alongside the number of free mobility bays strategically placed at every driver decision point improving the overall customer experience in this exciting new complex.<\/p> <\/p>Ngai Tahu development manager Gordon Craig said it was very satisfying to open Christchurch's first high tech car park building which has three charging stations for electric vehicles with capacity for more if demand dictates. The building had been carefully designed for ease of access.<\/p> <\/p>The deployment of Smart Parking\u2019s overhead guidance indicators means that drivers are easily able to find and identify available bays saving time and frustration as well as vehicle emissions. Underused bays are also now much more visible ensuring no space is missed at busy times.<\/p> <\/p><h4>Intelligent data<\/h4> <\/p>The occupancy data collected through the sensors is relayed in real time to SmartRep, Smart Parking\u2019s car parking management software tool. Accurate vehicle-by-vehicle, minute-by-minute data on actual usage of the car park gives Wilson Parking and Ngai Tahu the key data needed in day-to-day management.<\/p> <\/p>The New Zealand Government is strongly supporting this central city development by becoming the anchor tenant in one of the two large office blocks, via the Ministry of Education, Housing New Zealand, and the Ministry of Health<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"historic-king-edward-barracks-steps-into-the-future-with-smart-parking-technology","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":36,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-04-10 10:34:47","created_at":"2019-02-20 10:36:10","updated_at":"2019-02-20 10:39:35","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":37,"image":{"id":553,"parent_id":33,"name":"museumav7.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":197920,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":759,"height":569,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.37":"Cardiff progresses with Smart Parking technology"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 10:45:01","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:03:59","link":"\/asset\/553.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"193.28 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Cardiff progresses with Smart Parking technology","title":"Cardiff progresses with Smart Parking technology","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/553.jpeg\" width=\"692\"><\/h2><h2>In the New Year we were happy to announce to the market the award of Europe\u2019s first citywide deployment of Smart Parking bay sensor and SmartSpot technology in the Welsh Capital. This week we are happy to show you the first phase of its installation. <\/h2>The initiative will see Smart Parking vehicle detection sensors installed in the ground of over 3,000 parking bays. It detects and records the time a vehicle arrives and departs in a parking space. The sensors will help motorists find safe, legal pay and display parking more easily through a free to use App which is compatible with all types of smartphone.<\/p> <\/p>The sensors will also be installed in some limited waiting spaces in areas of high demand such as local shopping areas outside the city centre and bay areas. This will help to ensure that a proper turnover of spaces is achieved, which will support local business, by helping their customers find a place to park quickly and easily.<\/p> <\/p>There are three phases for the installation, beginning in March and lasting for about 12 weeks in total.<\/p> <\/p>Further information and maps showing where each phase will take place, and a more specific list of streets affected can be found on the Cardiff Council, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.keepingcardiffmoving.co.uk\/car\/parking-sensors\/\" target=\"_blank\">Keep Cardiff Moving website<\/a> . A full video case study can also be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=VGMRJ2glJpQ&t=1s\" target=\"_blank\">viewed here<\/a><\/p> <\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/550.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h6>Cardiff Councillor for Transport, Planning & Sustainability Ramesh Patel takes to the core drills and installs a sensor<\/em><\/h6> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/555.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><h6>Smart Parking vehicle detection sensors sat proudly outside the Welsh Government Crown Building, Cathays Terrace<\/em><\/h6> <\/p><h4>Phase 1 of the sensor installation taking place along Museum Avenue<\/h4><img src=\"\/asset\/551.jpeg\"> <img src=\"\/asset\/548.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/549.jpeg\"> <img src=\"\/asset\/554.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/em><\/p><h4>SmartSpot Gateways have been installed throughout Cardiff<\/h4> <\/p>The highly flexible IoT building block that allows city operators to begin with the deployment of smart parking sensing. Using the same infrastructure SmartSpots equip smart cities with the effective means to have a single \u2018street furniture\u2019 device installed throughout the city that can accommodate a wide range of additional services such as public broadband, safety video surveillance, air quality, lighting control, and many more.<\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/552.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"cardiff-progresses-with-smart-parking-technology","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":37,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-03-23 10:40:45","created_at":"2019-02-20 10:42:33","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:03:59","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":38,"image":{"id":556,"parent_id":33,"name":"smartspot.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":62983,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":544,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.38":"Smart Parking launches new SmartSpot Gateway solution"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 11:38:29","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:41:10","link":"\/asset\/556.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"61.51 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking launches new SmartSpot Gateway solution","title":"Smart Parking launches new SmartSpot Gateway solution","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/556.jpeg\"><\/h2><h2>Smart Parking presents its newly designed SmartSpot IoT Gateway, with new and improved features adapted to meet the needs of smart city operators - making it today\u2019s most flexible gateway in the smart parking market.<\/h2>In addition to providing the information connection between a comprehensive suite of smart vehicle parking sensors, digital displays, indicators and the SmartCloud services platform, SmartSpots also act as a common IoT gateway platform which is flexible enough to accommodate a wide range of connectivity requirements and protocols within smart city environments ranging from common Ethernet and WiFi compatible devices to standards such as ZigBee\/802.15.4, LoRaWAN, 3G, 4G, and the upcoming 5G.<\/p> <\/p>\u201cThe SmartSpot Gateway is unique amongst IoT gateways and within the smart parking markets as it delivers smart cities with the simple practicality of a single \u2018street furniture\u2019 gateway installed throughout the city that can meet the high demands of accurate, enforceable parking information while simultaneously accommodating an open range of additional services such as public broadband, safety video surveillance, air quality, lighting control, and much more.\u201d says John Heard, Smart Parking CTO.<\/p> <\/p>\u201cSecure communications over Ethernet, WiFi, 3G, and 4G can be used to network the real-time information with the SmartCloud service platform, using various low power radio mechanisms the SmartSpots send and receive data from sensors. Over-The-Air (OTA) provisioning, configuration management and firmware updates also mean that these devices are kept up to date with the latest software upgrades.\u201d<\/p> <\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/557.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p> <\/p>One SmartSpot gateway can serve hundreds of sensors within a city environment. This dramatically lowers the number of gateways required, which in turn lowers the overall cost of ownership.<\/p> <\/p>Councils across the globe are already beginning to consider the benefits of installing SmartSpot Gateways, with Wellington City Council deploying a total of 84 SmartSpots to create a redundant SmartZone coverage of the total Wellington City CBD, and Cardiff City Council are about to commence the deployment of a similar number of SmartSpots in what will be Europe\u2019s first city wide roll-out of parking bay sensor technology.<\/p> <\/p><h4>SmartCloud<\/h4> <\/p>SmartSpots are centrally managed and operated from the SmartCloud service platform. The SmartCloud services platform provides a comprehensive and flexible suite of service solutions which support diverse and advanced parking service requirements around the world today at all levels of scale.<\/p> <\/p>SmartCloud platform is delivered on top of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure which establishes a fully flexible global regionalization, unlimited high availability capacity, and the most competitive resource economics. The AWS based cloud hosting platform guarantees that the world\u2019s leading system operations expertise and datacentre capabilities underpin the SmartCloud functionality and infrastructure for each one of our customers and every piece of information.<\/p> <\/p>Commenting on the next generation of Smart Parking technology, Smart Parking\u2019s CEO Paul Gillespie said that the company is building on a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions. <\/p> <\/p>Find out how Smart Parking technology can help you:<\/p> <\/p><h4>EMEA<\/h4>T:<\/strong> +44 (0)845 230 3081 | E<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:uk@smartparking.com\" target=\"_blank\">uk@smartparking.com<\/a><\/p>Australia \/ Asia<\/p> <\/p>T:<\/strong> +61 (03) 8644 4021 | E<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:australia@smartparking.com\" target=\"_blank\">australia@smartparking.com<\/a><\/p>New Zealand<\/p> <\/p>T:<\/strong> +64 (0)9 869 3001 | E: <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:nz@smartparking.com\" target=\"_blank\">nz@smartparking.com<\/a><\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-launches-new-smart-spot-gateway-solution","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":38,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-03-01 11:32:08","created_at":"2019-02-20 11:34:07","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:41:10","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":39,"image":{"id":560,"parent_id":33,"name":"smart-parking-sap-tower-12-copy.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":121857,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":534,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.39":"Auckland\u2019s iconic SAP Tower goes live with SmartGuide"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 11:44:03","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:45:32","link":"\/asset\/560.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"119.00 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Auckland\u2019s iconic SAP Tower goes live with SmartGuide","title":"Auckland\u2019s iconic SAP Tower goes live with SmartGuide","intro":null,"content":"<h2><img src=\"\/asset\/560.jpeg\"><\/h2><h2>SAP Tower is one of Auckland's most iconic A grade buildings in the highly sought after location of New Zealand's premier business address of Queen Street.<\/h2><img src=\"\/asset\/558.png\"><\/span>The property comprises 17,648m2 of high quality office and retail accommodation with unparalleled amenities.<\/p>Such a distinguished site requires the best in parking technology. In partnership with Wilson Parking, Smart Parking have installed its SmartGuide technology on Level 5 within the buildings 313 space car park as part of a 12 month pilot.<\/p> <\/p>SmartGuide is a straight-forward guidance system for off-street parking that works with SmartEye vehicle detection sensors to identify available spaces and then guide drivers to them with red and green overhead guidance indicators. Additional blue lights highlight available mobility bays.<\/p> <\/p>The solution is complemented by a variable message sign, placed at the entrance of Level 5 showing the number of free parks.<\/p> <\/p>The deployment of this new technology now means that drivers are easily able to identify available bays saving them time and frustration as well as vehicle emissions. Underused bays are also now much more visible increasing occupancy of the car park.<\/p> <\/p>Occupancy data collected through the sensors is transmitted in real-time to SmartRep, Smart Parking\u2019s car parking management tool. Accurate vehicle-by-vehicle, up-to-the minute data on actual usage of the car park gives Wilson Parking a better understanding of drivers\u2019 parking habits \u2013 knowledge that can be incorporated into future parking policies.<\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/559.png\"><\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"auckland-s-iconic-sap-tower-goes-live-with-smart-guide","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":39,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-02-10 11:41:47","created_at":"2019-02-20 11:42:59","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:45:32","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":40,"image":{"id":561,"parent_id":33,"name":"smartparking-281.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":74373,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":377,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.40":"Smart Parking eases parking woes in New Zealand\u2019s northernmost city"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 11:47:48","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:49:00","link":"\/asset\/561.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"72.63 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Smart Parking eases parking woes in New Zealand\u2019s northernmost city","title":"Smart Parking eases parking woes in New Zealand\u2019s northernmost city","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/561.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p>Whangarei is the northernmost city in New Zealand with a population of 56,400. A survey conducted by the council in January 2016, found that locating available parking was among ratepayers' biggest gripes, however the average occupancy of CBD car parks was just at 61 per cent Monday to Saturday and on-street carparks were at 73 per cent occupancy.<\/p> <\/p>Aiming to balance the needs of commuters, shoppers and visitors by allowing them to easily find available spaces as well as increase occupancy in underused car parks, Whangarei District Council has introduced Smart Parking\u2019s SmartCounter technology at 5 of the city\u2019s underused car parks.<\/p> <\/p><ul><li>Forum North Car Park (185 bays)<\/li><li>Laurie Hall Car Park (200 bays)<\/li><li>Vine Street Car Park (96 bays)<\/li><li>Central City Car Park (214 bays)<\/li><li>Water Street Car Park (116 bays)<\/li><\/ul> <\/p>SmartCounter uses SmartEye sensors to detect vehicles passing through the entrance and the exit of a car park. Parking occupancy is then transmitted in real time to variable message signs allowing drivers to easily identify parking availability at all 5 car parks, increasing customer convenience as well as overall occupancy of the city\u2019s parking facilities.<\/p> <\/p>Occupancy data collected through the sensors is relayed in real time to SmartRep, Smart Parking\u2019s car parking management software tool. Equipped with accurate data on actual usage of the car park, Whangarei District Council are able to accurately plan and manage the car parks to ensure that all available parks are being used to maximum efficiency.<\/p> <\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"smart-parking-eases-parking-woes-in-new-zealand-s-northernmost-city","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":40,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-02-09 11:46:09","created_at":"2019-02-20 11:47:06","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:49:00","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":41,"image":{"id":562,"parent_id":33,"name":"cardiff_installation_3.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":155914,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":450,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.41":"Cardiff City Council set to unveil Europe\u2019s first citywide deployment of bay sensor technology"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 11:52:20","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:56:10","link":"\/asset\/562.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"152.26 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Cardiff City Council set to unveil Europe\u2019s first citywide deployment of bay sensor technology","title":"Cardiff City Council set to unveil Europe\u2019s first citywide deployment of bay sensor technology","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/562.jpeg\"><\/p><h2> <\/h2><h2>In a commitment to ensuring Cardiff is a high quality, attractive and liveable smart city, Cardiff City Council is using innovative technology to deliver tangible service improvements in city management, with a wide range of applications across council functions. One of these innovations is the introduction of Smart Parking technology.<\/h2> <\/p>Europe\u2019s First Citywide Deployment of Bay Sensor Technology<\/p> <\/p>Cardiff is the most highly populated Welsh Local Authority, with around 346,100 inhabitants[1]. The city\u2019s population is growing rapidly and by 2026 is predicted to grow between 14 and 19% to 395,000-413,000.[2]<\/p> <\/p>Delivered by Smart Parking Limited (ASX:SPZ), Europe\u2019s first citywide deployment of bay sensor technology will transform the parking experience through a combination of the following technologies:<\/p> <\/p><ul><li>the installation of over 3000 infrared vehicle detection sensors in on and off street locations;<\/li><li>the use of ANPR technology at off-street car parks across the city;<\/li><li>variable message signage strategically placed throughout the city, directing motorists to available parking; and,<\/li><li>the introduction of SmartApp, the real-time parking availability and guidance smartphone app.<\/li><\/ul> <\/p>Cllr Ramesh Patel, Cabinet Member for Planning, Transport and Sustainability, said:<\/p> <\/p>\u201cThe City Council\u2019s primary focus is to encourage public transport, cycling and walking and encouraging people to leave their cars at home. We do understand that sometimes travelling by car is necessary, either because public transport routes are not available or viable. This technology will ensure that people travelling by private car are able to find their car parking space quickly and easily. This will have a number of benefits, notably helping in our aim to reduce congestion and improve air quality levels in the city centre.\u201d<\/p> <\/p>Through Smart Parking\u2019s industry leading back office processing and analysis platform, SmartRep and Cardiff City Council will gain better intelligence on parking activity in its parking facilities.<\/p> <\/p>Paul Gillespie, Smart Parking CEO, commented:<\/p> <\/p>\u201cThe launch of Smart Parking technology in Cardiff highlights the growing importance of smart city technology to not only manage parking but to also equip city operators who perform smart city IoT planning with accurate data and insight in order to radically change the way cities operate.\u201d<\/p> <\/p>Gillespie adds: \u201cIn today\u2019s fast changing sustainable and technological environment, success belongs to the Cities who are continually innovating and see opportunity where others do not. This exciting citywide deployment, between the City of Cardiff Council and Smart Parking, will help the Council to address the strategic and operational aspects of parking operations. This will help the Council to achieve its goal of ensuring the City is clean and sustainable by making sure that parking behaviour does not negatively impact on the city and the people who live, work and visit it. We look forward to working with the City of Cardiff Council in achieving its vision to become Europe\u2019s most liveable capital city\u201c<\/p> <\/p><h4>Background \u2013 Cardiff\u2019s Bay Sensor Technology<\/h4> <\/p>The City of Cardiff\u2019s 2015 sensor pilot initially covered 275 bays across the city. Drivers can download SmartApp, to see when parking spaces are available in real time.<\/p> <\/p>It comprises of Smart Parking\u2019s flush mounted, anti-slip profile RFID-equipped SmartEye sensors, which use advanced sensing technology to detect when a vehicle has occupied a parking space.<\/p> <\/p>Real time data is then communicated to the back office system SmartRep, regarding changes to parking space occupancy on a second-by-second basis. Drivers are able to access SmartApp to view an accurate live map of available parking spaces nearby or at a location that they plan to travel to.<\/p> <\/p>The initial pilot looked to assessed the operational capacity and usefulness of the system including providing customers with the real time parking availability via a smartphone app.<\/p> <\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=636pXNKyTgg\" target=\"_blank\">Watch BBC Wales News coverage. <\/a><\/p> <\/p>The technology is complemented by the recent parking machine upgrade, where Metric Elite LS pay and display parking machines with new payment options, including credit card and pay-by-phone technology (MiPermit) are currently being installed across the City.<\/p> <\/p>[1] 2011 Census.<\/p>[2] Source: Cardiff LDP Deposit Plan and Welsh Government 2011 Bases Population Predictions<\/p> <\/p>","name_id":"cardiff-city-council-set-to-unveil-europe-s-first-citywide-deployment-of-bay-sensor-technology","meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"template":"default","position":41,"active":1,"available_at":"2017-01-23 11:49:02","created_at":"2019-02-20 11:51:12","updated_at":"2019-02-20 11:56:10","header_image":null,"category":{"id":2,"image":null,"name":"Press Release","title":null,"intro":null,"content":null,"name_id":null,"meta_description":null,"meta_keywords":null,"position":2,"active":1,"created_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53","updated_at":"2019-02-14 10:45:53"}},{"id":42,"image":{"id":565,"parent_id":33,"name":"smartcounter1.jpeg","description":null,"storage":"assets","size":58885,"extension":"jpeg","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":800,"height":404,"keywords":null,"usage":{"news_posts.42":"Wintec Institute of Technology parks the smart way"},"created_at":"2019-02-20 11:58:41","updated_at":"2019-02-20 12:09:25","link":"\/asset\/565.jpeg","secured":false,"readable_size":"57.50 kB"},"news_category_id":2,"name":"Wintec Institute of Technology parks the smart way","title":"Wintec Institute of Technology parks the smart way","intro":null,"content":"<img src=\"\/asset\/565.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p>With a diverse group of students, staff and visitors visiting the City and Rotokauri campuses daily, parking at Wintec - Waikato Institute of Technology is in high demand.<\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/563.jpeg\"><\/span><\/p>To aid in making parking a stress free experience Smart Parking have installed its SmartCounter solution within Waikato's Central City Car Park.<\/p> <\/p>SmartCounter utilises Smart Parking\u2019s infrared SmartEye sensors to create an automated vehicle counting system. The real time data collected from the sensors is transmitted into a variable message sign, placed at the entrance of the car park allowing drivers to easily identify the number of available bays.<\/p> <\/p><img src=\"\/asset\/564.jpeg\"><\/p> <\/p>The introduction of Smart Parking technology means no more needless queuing or circling around searching for an available park.<\/p> <\/p>Occupancy data collected through the sensors is relayed in real time to SmartRep, Smart Parking\u2019s car parking management software tool. 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