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ITS

Kochi Water Metro

Technological innovations

for traffic management

Kochi, a vibrant city in Kerala, India, is renowned for
its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and
picturesque backwaters. The Kochi Water Metro is

a pioneering public water transportation initiative
designed to enhance connectivity and reduce traffic
congestion in the City. By utilizing the city’s extensive
waterways, it offers an eco-friendly and efficient
alternative to road travel. The project includes modern,

air-conditioned hybrid boats, smart ticketing systems,
seamlessly integrating with the existing public transport
network. Mani Venkata Kumar Koribilli, General

Manager/ Signal & Telecom elaborates on the
innovations driving the success of the project.
T wo significant technological Counting System (PCS). ITMS and turnstile gates to accurately

innovations deployed in
uses advanced technologies for
monitor passenger flow, aiding
Kochi Water Metro the
streamlined scheduling, real-time
boat crew in capacity management
Integrated Transportation
and safety. These integrated
tracking, and fleet management,
Management
System
ensuring punctual and reliable
(ITMS) and the Passenger
data,
optimizing
services. The PCS employs sensors systems provide comprehensive
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