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Boldyn Networks strengthens position in Smart City sector with Telepass project for managing off-street urban parking
B oldyn Networks , one of the world ’ s largest neutral host providers , has announced its partnership with Telepass to support the development of the 2024 – 2028 Smart City Plan by Europe ’ s leading mobility payment provider .
The plan will involve 189 urban parking facilities across 95 Italian municipalities . Boldyn Networks will play a key role in the planning , supply , installation and maintenance of approximately 600 beacons – essential tools for the operation of advanced management systems – and will ensure the connectivity required to develop Telepass ’ solution .
The initiative will leverage the synergies offered by 5G networks to enhance connectivity and improve the efficiency of parking systems . This will enable the company to expand its value proposition to the participating municipalities , fostering new opportunities for growth and innovation in the field of smart mobility . training , remote infrastructure monitoring and maintenance to ensure optimal system performance .
“ With this collaboration , we reaffirm our role as a leader in urban innovation ,” said Antonino Ruggiero , CEO of Boldyn Networks in Italy . “ This project is a strategic priority for us as it strengthens our position in the Smart City sector , a market with significant growth potential .”
The implementation process includes an activation phase for parking facilities , with technical assessments and installations carried out in line with advanced technological standards . This will be followed by careful post-sales management , including merchant
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