TD to invite tender for area traffic control

    A department spokesman said today (August 18): "The ATC system for the two districts will co-ordinate traffic signal timings to minimise vehicle stoppage and delay at road junctions, help in reduction of journey time and improve the efficiency of the road network.

    "The rapid housing and new town developments in Tuen Mun and Yuen Long in recent years resulted in a significant increase in traffic flow in both the regional and local road networks. At present, the signal system is isolated and each signalised junction works on its own. The signal timing can only be adjusted on site. The department therefore plans to implement an ATC system for more efficient traffic management and monitoring of the road network," he added.

    The contract includes design, supply and implementation of the computerised ATC system comprising a central computer system covering about 249 on-site traffic signal controllers, associated detectors and peripheral equipment, as well as maintenance services for five years. Works for the implementation of the system are scheduled to start in January 2006 for completion in September 2008.

    The Transport Department has appointed Delcan Arup Joint Venture (DAJV) to complete the design and to supervise the construction works.

Ends/Thursday, August 18, 2005