The Mont Blanc Motorways and Tunnel (ATMB) will now benefit from the advantages of free-flow tolling under a 10-year contract awarded to Emovis, a subsidiary of Abertis Mobility Services.
As part of this project, Emovis will convert 58 km of the A40 motorway into a free-flow tolling system, providing motorists with an unmatched driving experience and optimized travel times. The system is scheduled to be operational by spring 2027, replacing the current toll plazas. Five bidirectional toll gantries will be installed along the route between Sallanches and Annemasse.
“We are excited to begin this collaboration with Emovis on a pivotal project for our company, its teams, and its customers. The challenges are significant, and we are counting on this well-established partner in the free-flow market to guide us through this multi-dimensional transformation,” said Christophe Dubois, Director of Networks and Environment at ATMB.
ATMB will benefit from Emovis’ free-flow and back-office operational solutions, developed over many years and deployed with numerous concessionaires worldwide, including in Chile, the UK, the Netherlands, the USA, Qatar, and Canada. The combination of these solutions ensures the detection, classification, and management of all vehicles passing under the gantries in the most automated way possible, leveraging artificial intelligence algorithms.
Emovis’ maintenance and operations teams will manage the entire system in collaboration with ATMB throughout the 10-year contract period. This long-term commitment aligns with Emovis’ DNA of building trust-based partnerships by delivering operational expertise and sharing knowledge with its clients.
“We are more than a solution provider – we are a true partner, enabling ATMB’s seamless and successful transition to free-flow tolling,” said Christian Barrientos, CEO of Abertis Mobility Services – Emovis. “This partnership with ATMB further validates our expertise in free-flow tolling technologies. The new tolling system will not only enhance the user experience but also contribute to reducing emissions as vehicles will no longer need to stop at toll barriers.”
The project is closely aligned with the European Union’s commitments to corporate social responsibility, particularly in reducing CO2 emissions.
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