Denmark has implemented a new heavy goods vehicles (HGV) tolling system that relies on satellite-based distance recording.
The new nationwide HGV toll system in Denmark relies on technology by Kapsch TrafficCom. The company provides hardware and software to the Danish partner company Brobizz.
The satellite toll, known as KmToll, replaces the previous time-based Eurovignette system, under which lorries could pay a fixed amount for a certain period of time, regardless of how much they actually used the road.
The advantage of satellite tolling is the more precise calculation of the distance travelled, which enables fairer tolling.
In addition, satellite tolling requires less roadside infrastructure and less maintenance compared to other distance-based tolling systems, and it enables more flexible coverage of the tolled road networks.
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Kapsch stated that satellite-based distance recording now ensures that the exact distance travelled is billed, which makes for a fairer toll structure.
The additional consideration of CO2 emissions also promotes sustainability, as lower-emission trucks pay less.
The KmToll system applies to heavy commercial vehicles weighing more than 12 tonnes and, in the first stage, covers around 10,900km of road as well as all environmental zones in the country.
From 2028, the entire public road network, covering around 75,000km is to be subject to tolls.
Kapsch TrafficCom EVP EMEA, says Carolin Treichl, said: “We are very proud that our partner Brobizz relies on our technology.”
“Our solution is designed for precision, flexibility and environmental friendliness and integrates seamlessly with the systems of our partners.”
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