Quarterhill Selected to Support LA Metro ExpressLanes Back Office Modernization Program
The agreement provides an 8-year base term, with two options that could extend support to 14 years.
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Rhea-AI Summary
Quarterhill (QTRHF) secured an approximately $28.2 million subcontract with BRiC-TPS for LA Metro’s ExpressLanes back-office modernization and support program.
The agreement includes an 8-year base term and two 3-year options, for up to 14 years. Quarterhill will provide project management, security compliance oversight, on-site help desk personnel and communications integration support.
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Rhea-AI Sentiment measures something else, the tone of the wording.
Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Major pointApproximately $28.2 million subcontract with BRiC-TPS adds LA Metro ExpressLanes modernization and support work. 10% of market cap
- Minor point8-year base term establishes a long-term support engagement.
Negative
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Two 3-year option periods make extension beyond the 8-year base term conditional.
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Quarterhill to provide operational expertise and long-term support as subcontractor for one of the nation's largest managed lane back-office modernization programs
Metro serves
Under the agreement, Quarterhill will support BRiC-TPS, LLC in delivering the modernization and support, inclusive of an 8-year base term and two 3-year option periods for up to 14 years of Metro's ExpressLanes back-office environment. The program encompasses core tolling operations, customer account and transaction management, financial and operational reporting, system integrations, and ongoing maintenance and support services. Quarterhill will contribute project management and documentation support, security compliance oversight, on-site Customer Service Center help desk personnel, as well as the integration of communication applications with the back office throughout implementation and ongoing operations of the program.
"Transportation agencies are increasingly modernizing the systems that power everyday mobility, and delivering those programs requires both advanced technology and deep operational expertise," said Quarterhill CEO Chuck Myers. "Across our business, we're helping agencies deploy next-generation tolling and intelligent transportation solutions, and we bring that experience to every engagement. We're proud to work alongside BRiC-TPS, LLC in helping LA Metro modernize one of the country's largest managed lane programs."
The award further strengthens Quarterhill's position as a trusted partner for transportation agencies seeking to modernize critical infrastructure through a combination of technology, operational excellence, and long-term support. It also demonstrates the Company's ability to deliver complex transportation programs both as a prime contractor and through strategic partnerships, creating additional opportunities across
About Quarterhill
Quarterhill is a global leader in the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) industry, advancing mobility through smart infrastructure solutions that reduce congestion, improve roadway safety, and create more sustainable travel. Each year, Quarterhill's platforms process billions of transactions, perform compliance and safety inspections on millions of commercial vehicles, and enable transportation agencies worldwide to optimize thousands of lanes of traffic to improve travel for everyone. Leveraging advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, Quarterhill's platform delivers automation and predictive insight to help agencies manage transportation networks more efficiently. By working in close partnership with governments, communities, and industry leaders, Quarterhill is building today's connected roadways while shaping the next generation of intelligent, resilient mobility. Quarterhill is listed on the TSX under the symbol QTRH and on the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol QTRHF. For more information, please visit: www.quarterhill.com.
Forward-looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking information and forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). Such forward-looking statements relate to future events, conditions or future financial performance of Quarterhill based on future economic conditions and courses of action. All statements other than statements of historical fact may be forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are often, but not always, identified by the use of any words such as "seek", "anticipate", "budget", "plan", "goal", "expect" and similar expressions.
Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, assumptions, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. Material risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this news release include, among others, demand for Quarterhill's products and services; general economic and market conditions; competition; risks relating to technological advances and cyber-security; and other risks set forth in the Company's most recent annual information form available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. The Company believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon. Material factors and assumptions used to develop the forward-looking statements contained in this news release include, among others: Quarterhill's ability to execute on its business plan; demand for Quarterhill's products and services; operating assumptions; and financial projections and cost estimates. Quarterhill has no intention, and undertakes no obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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FAQ
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How much is Quarterhill’s LA Metro ExpressLanes subcontract worth?
Quarterhill’s subcontract with BRiC-TPS is valued at approximately $28.2 million for work on LA Metro’s ExpressLanes back-office modernization and support program.
How long is Quarterhill’s LA Metro ExpressLanes agreement?
The agreement includes an 8-year base term and two 3-year option periods, allowing up to 14 years of support.
Which highways does Quarterhill’s LA Metro ExpressLanes program cover?
The new back-office system will support Metro ExpressLanes operations and maintenance on I-10, I-110 and I-105, as well as future corridors.