Icomera to Provide Dynamic Passenger Wi-Fi Solution for the Honolulu Rail Transit Project
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Press release 08th October 2020 Icomera to provide Dynamic Passenger Wi-Fi Solution for the Honolulu Rail Transit Project ENGIE, through its subsidiary Icomera, is the world’s leading provider of wireless Internet connectivity for public transport. ENGIE is a world leading group that provides low-carbon energy and services, and has been working from its office in Honolulu for over a decade to help customers decarbonize, decentralize and digitalize their operations. Icomera has been awarded the contract to deliver high-speed Passenger Wi-Fi for the Honolulu Rail Transit Project, an elevated light rail system currently under construction in the City and County of Honolulu, O‘ahu, Hawai‘i. Icomera’s mobile connectivity solution will be deployed via its next-generation X5 mobile application and communications gateways, which will be installed on board 80 Hitachi train cars by early 2021. Empowering riders to stay connected, whether traveling for work or leisure, the X5 will deliver high- performance mobile Internet connectivity that will also meet and exceed passengers’ growing data transfer demands. Supported by a powerful suite of cloud-based management tools, the X-Series platform is capable of integrating a wide range of other Internet-enabled applications over time, giving the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) a technological foundation to build a fully realized “digital train” of the future. This capacity to further customize the initial Wi-Fi roll-out adds to the solution’s overall ROI. Andrew Robbins, CEO of HART, shared, “We are pleased to be working together with the ENGIE and Icomera team to provide direct solutions that meet passengers’ expectations to stay digitally accessible and connected on the go. Providing reliable Passenger Wi-Fi is a proven customer service offering that encourages more riders to use public transport, helping to further address traffic congestion and support a more diverse range of sustainable transportation options in the Honolulu region.” Magnus Friberg, CEO of Icomera, commented, “The Honolulu Rail Transit Project perfectly complements Icomera’s own vision to deliver reliable, green mobility across sectors – an offering we are helping to shape with ENGIE across the U.S. for transit authorities to city and school district fleets alike. The opportunity to help HART achieve its goals to improve the rider experience while reducing the region’s dependence on fossil fuels builds on ENGIE’s existing, strong presence in Hawai‘i where we’ve operated from our Honolulu office for more than a decade.” Once completed, the new, 20-mile rail line will link 21 key commuter and traditional tourist destinations including Aloha Stadium, Pearl Harbor, Honolulu International Airport, and downtown Honolulu. Complementing ongoing statewide initiatives centered on enhancing sustainable choices for residents and visitors, the elevated rail network will provide a more efficient and reliable transportation alternative within Honolulu's busy metropolitan corridor. About Icomera Icomera is the world’s leading provider of wireless Internet connectivity for public transport and is committed to promoting green mobility. Serving millions of Wi-Fi users worldwide, our award-winning technology makes public transport a better, safer, more attractive option for passengers, supporting our mission to help contribute to a reduction in carbon emissions of 3.5 million metric tons by 2022. A wholly owned subsidiary of ENGIE Solutions, Icomera is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with main offices in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, the United States and Canada. Find out more at icomera.com About ENGIE ENGIE is a world leading group that provides low-carbon energy and services. To tackle the climate emergency facing us all, our aim is to become the world leader in the zero-carbon energy transition “as a service” for our clients – in particular for companies and regional authorities. We use our expertise in our key business areas (renewables, gas, services) to provide competitive and bespoke solutions. ENGIE has had an office in Honolulu since 2008, and has successfully delivered clean energy projects across the State for many public sector agencies. Find out more at https://www.engie.com/ About the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) To provide an efficient and reliable transportation alternative for Honolulu's congested urban corridor, the Honolulu Rail Transit Project was established in 2005, with the support of federal, state and local officials. The project provides for a rail transit route running from East Kapolei to Ala Moana Center, with stations at 21 key commuter and visitor destinations, including Aloha Stadium, Pearl Harbor, Honolulu International Airport and downtown Honolulu, Oahu's core commercial and business center. Find out more at honolulutransit.org Press Contact: Paul Barnes Head of Marketing, Icomera +44 (0)7837 917611 [email protected] Image: The Honolulu Rail Transit Project (View Full Resolution) .