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ETC Partner Conference Starts

 

The Ministry of Construction has been preparing for the launch of ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) service in 1999.

 

ETC is a system, consisting of on-board equipment, IC cards and roadside devices, that automatically allows drivers to go through a toll gate without stopping. The introduction of the system will solve traffic congestion at toll gates and improve convenience with cash-less payments without stopping.

 

ETC is also expected to bring various business opportunities. In order to achieve and broaden these opportunities, cooperation based on an open partnership will be necessary.

 

Given this situation, we held a proposal orientation for an “ETC Partner Conference” on July 3, 1998. At the orientation, we explained the ITS development, the current ETC situation and ETC business opportunities, which encouraged active questions and answers.

 

Further information on the ETC Partner Conference, please see the following homepage.

ETC Partner Conference homepage: http://www.etc.gr.jp/