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Israel Invests Millions in Smart Transport Test Centers for Southern Cities

Israel's Ministry of Transportation has announced a multi-million shekel investment for 2026 to develop smart transportation test centers in Ashdod and Be'er Sheva. These centers, operated by Ayalon Highways with national partners, provide advanced infrastructure for testing and implementing innovative technologies. The funding aims to shift projects from the development phase into real-world, gradual implementation. The ministry emphasizes that this transition will prioritize safety, advanced regulation, and public value.

Key Points: Israel Funds Smart Transport Test Centers in Ashdod & Be'er Sheva

  • Multi-million shekel investment
  • Test centers in Ashdod & Be'er Sheva
  • Focus on tech testing & safety
  • Public-private collaboration with Ayalon Highways
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Millions allocated in smart transportation for Southern Israel in 2026

Israel's Ministry of Transportation allocates millions for 2026 smart transportation test centers in Ashdod and Be'er Sheva to advance tech implementation.

"The budget...will enable a transition from development and experimentation to gradual implementation in the field - Israel Ministry of Transportation"

Tel Aviv, January 2

Israel's Ministry of Transportation will invest millions of shekels in 2026 in smart transportation test centers in Ashdod and Be'er Sheva.

Among the projects is the development and upgrading of the smart transportation and cyber trial centers, operating in Ashdod and Be'er Sheva. The centers are operated by the Ayalon Highways Company in collaboration with national entities, and provide advanced infrastructure for testing, testing and implementing innovative technologies, while combining technological development, safety and smart regulation.

"The budget approved by the government will enable a transition from development and experimentation to gradual implementation in the field, while maintaining safety, advanced regulation and public value," said the Ministry.

- ANI

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Priya S
Interesting project. While they focus on smart regulation and safety, I hope the "public value" part is real and not just buzzwords. Sometimes these high-tech solutions forget about the common citizen's daily commute struggle.
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Rohit P
Millions for test centers is fine, but implementation is key. Look at Delhi's odd-even scheme or Mumbai's coastal road – big ideas need flawless execution. Hope they get it right.
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Sarah B
As someone who's visited Tel Aviv, their public transport is already quite efficient compared to many places. This investment shows they're not resting on their laurels. A lesson for all growing economies.
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Vikram M
Cyber trial centers sound crucial. With everything going digital, securing transportation networks from hackers is as important as fixing potholes! India should definitely invest in similar cyber-physical security for our metros and railways.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while this is a positive development, the article feels like a press release. It lacks critical questions. What's the actual budget figure? What specific problems in Ashdod and Be'er Sheva will this solve? More details would help.

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