The following are a list of ITS projects that have been identified for the region. This list was created from an analysis of the existing Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) for the region and from discussions with the stakeholders. Projects are listed by stakeholder (agency).
Near-term projects are scheduled for the next 5 years. Long-term projects are planned for implementation more than 5 years out.
Select the stakeholder in the box below to jump to that agency's ITS projects.
Projects By Stakeholder
Stakeholder |
Project Name |
Project Status |
Timeframe |
Project Description |
City and County of Honolulu Department of Information Technology |
City and County of Honolulu Smarter Cities System |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project is under development and creates a City Intelligent Operation Center, initially to support Emergency Management and Disaster Response; and ultimately to enhance day-to-day operations of the City. The Smart Cities system will connect to the Hawaii State EOC at the statewide level. |
Intermodal Fare Card |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This multi-agency project will deploy an intermodal fare card. Initially, the card will be used for transit fare collection by the City and County of Honolulu DTS's public transit provider and then by HART for transit fare payment. Ultimately, the card will be also used for payment of City services. |
City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services |
HDOT-HWY and City and County of Honolulu DTS Incident Management Coordination |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will create a coordinated incident management program involving both HDOT-HWY and C&C of Honolulu DTS, as well as first responder agencies. |
Intermodal Fare Card |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This multi-agency project will deploy an intermodal fare card. Initially, the card will be used for transit fare collection by the City and County of Honolulu DTS's public transit provider and then by HART for transit fare payment. Ultimately, the card will be also used for payment of City services. |
Hawaii Department of Transportation - Airports Division |
HDOT-AIR Communications Systems Upgrade |
Planned |
Long-Term |
This project will upgrade the HDOT-AIR communications network statewide to allow coordination with public safety and between HDOT-AIR facilities. |
Hawaii Department of Transportation - Highways Division |
HDOT-HWY and City and County of Honolulu DTS Incident Management Coordination |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will create a coordinated incident management program involving both HDOT-HWY and C&C of Honolulu DTS, as well as first responder agencies. |
HDOT-HWY CCTV Expansion |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will expand CCTV camera coverage on HDOT-HWY facilities. |
HDOT-HWY DMS Expansion |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will add additional Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) on HDOT-HWY facilities. |
HDOT-HWY Fiber Optic Network |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will expand the HDOT-HWY fiber optic network, and supplement it with the City and County of Honolulu's fiber optic network. |
HDOT-HWY GoAkamai Traveler Information Upgrade |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will upgrade GoAkamai to provide additional functionality. |
HDOT-HWY TMC |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will migrate existing systems to a new Traffic Management Center (TMC). This project will also include upgraded connections to the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services (DTS) Traffic Management Center, and the Communications Centers for the Honolulu Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services Departments. |
HDOT-HWY Traffic Sensor Expansion |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will expand traffic sensor coverage for spot speeds on HDOT-HWY facilities. |
HDOT-HWY Travel Time Expansion |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will expand highway travel time coverage on HDOT-HWY facilities. |
HIEMA Emergency Messages on DMS |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will create a connection to allow HIEMA to have the ability to put emergency messages on HDOT-HWY DMS. HIEMA would not have direct control of the signs, but provide information or messages via a center-to-center connection. |
Hawaii Department of Transportation - Public Affairs Office |
HDOT Website Update |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will redesign the HDOT statewide website for Highways, Airports, and Harbors divisions. |
Hawaii Emergency Management Agency |
HIEMA Emergency Messages on DMS |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will create a connection to allow HIEMA to have the ability to put emergency messages on HDOT-HWY DMS. HIEMA would not have direct control of the signs, but provide information or messages via a center-to-center connection. |
HIEMA Web EOC Upgrade |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will upgrade HIEMA's Web EOC capabilities to include hosting information in the cloud. This upgrade will allow multiple agencies outside of the Hawaii State EOC to access information on Web EOC. |
Hawaii Tourism Authority |
HTA Smartphone App |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will deploy a Smart Phone App that can be used for general info and safety. The app will be developed first in English and Chinese, with Safety being the primary focus for version 1. In future versions, HTA plans to provide additional languages and integrate with flight information. |
HTA Update of GoHawaii.com Website |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will update the GoHawaii.com website to include real time information on weather as well as emergency information. |
HDOT Highways, Motor Vehicle Safety Office |
HDOT-HWY-V Deploy E-Screening at Sand Island |
Planned |
Long-Term |
This project will electronically identify vehicles as they approach Sand Island Facility. |
HDOT-HWY-V Deployment of Virtual Weigh Station |
Planned |
Long-Term |
This project will deploy virtual weigh stations in Hawaii. |
HDOT-HWY-V Modernize Vehicle Registration System Database |
Planned |
Long-Term |
This project will make on-line commercial vehicle renewals available to fleet operators; and enable authorized Federal, State, and county users to access vehicle registration data in real-time. |
HDOT-HWY-V Automated VIC Process |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will automate the application, issuance, and receipt of Vehicle Identification Card (VIC) credential and support the real-time roadside effort of VIC credential. The intent is to provide on-line credentialing for VIC applications, with links to CVIEW so that VIC status may be cross-checked electronically during other credentialing processes. |
HDOT-HWY-V CVIEW |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will deploy a CVISN-compliant Commercial Vehicle Information Exchange Window (CVIEW) that will serve as a primary data repository for credential (e.g., VIC), safety (e.g., out-of-service orders), motor carrier census, and Electronic Freight Manifest (EFM) data. CVIEW will also be the State conduit for downloading Federal motor carrier census and safety data and support intra-agency and inter-agency exchange of safety and credential information with authorized users as well as support motor carriers' review of their safety and credential data contained in Federal and State systems. |
HDOT-HWY-V Trucking in Hawaii Web Portal |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This project will provide a single point of access for motor carriers to view commercial vehicle regulatory and enforcement information from all state agencies. Specifically, a trucking portal will minimize motor carrier effort required to collect information about CVO-related state agencies and programs; reduce time required by state personnel to respond to motor carrier inquiries; create a user experience that streamlines motor carrier operations; and provide a single storefront for the Hawaii CVO credentialing systems. |
Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation |
Intermodal Fare Card |
Planned |
Near-Term |
This multi-agency project will deploy an intermodal fare card. Initially, the card will be used for transit fare collection by the City and County of Honolulu DTS's public transit provider and then by HART for transit fare payment. Ultimately, the card will be also used for payment of City services. |