Verra Mobility to expand red-light and speed enforcement in Hawaii with 10-year contract
Rhea-AI Summary
Verra Mobility (NASDAQ: VRRM) won a 10-year, approximately $160 million contract with Hawaii DOT to expand statewide red-light and speed enforcement. The program will grow from 17 to 187 dual-enforcement cameras, making it the first statewide automated enforcement program in the U.S.
Early program data show a 62% decline in daily red-light violations, a 76% reduction in major crash rate, 90% of violators avoided a second citation, and >510,000 speed violations captured in six months; 30 additional cameras are planned in 2026.
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- $160 million contract value over 10 years
- Program expands from 17 to 187 dual-enforcement cameras statewide
- Red-light violations down 62% at camera sites
- Major crash rate reduced by 76%
- Over 510,000 speed violations captured in six months
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- None.
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VRRM was down 0.27% with subdued volume while key peers showed mixed, modest gains (e.g., SAIC -0.06%, CNXC +1.91%, APLD +2.01%). Only one peer (CLVT, +4.79%) appeared in the momentum scanner, pointing to a stock-specific setup.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 11 | NYC contract expansion | Positive | -0.5% | Five-year <b>$998M</b> NYC DOT enforcement contract with 34% value increase. |
| Feb 09 | Earnings call scheduled | Neutral | -1.7% | Announcement of Q4 2025 earnings release and conference call timing. |
| Feb 04 | GovTech recognition | Positive | +3.9% | Named to 2026 GovTech 100 list for government-focused technology solutions. |
| Jan 28 | Tolling partnership | Positive | -1.3% | Locauto partnership to expand electronic toll payment solution across Italy. |
| Jan 27 | Safety survey results | Positive | -2.4% | Survey showing strong parental support for school-bus and school-zone enforcement. |
Recent positive contract and growth news has often seen muted or negative next-day reactions, with only the GovTech recognition aligning positively while several favorable safety and expansion updates traded lower.
Over recent months, Verra Mobility has focused on expanding automated enforcement and toll solutions. On Jan 27, 2026, it highlighted strong parental support for school-bus and school-zone enforcement, followed by GovTech 100 recognition on Feb 4. International tolling capabilities expanded via a Locauto partnership on Jan 28, and NYC traffic enforcement was extended under a new $998 million contract effective Jan 1, 2026. The Hawaii statewide expansion echoes this strategy of scaling safety-focused camera programs across jurisdictions.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights a major scaling of Verra Mobility’s Government Solutions footprint via a 10-year, approximately $160 million statewide Hawaii contract, expanding from 17 sites to 187 cameras. Reported benefits include a 62% decline in violations and 76% reduction in major crashes, plus over 510,000 speed violations captured. In context of recent large-city wins and safety data, investors may track contract implementation, future expansion phases, and how these programs contribute to revenue concentration and long-term growth.
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MESA, Ariz., Feb. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, is expanding its red-light and speed enforcement program with Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) across the entire state, making it the first statewide automated enforcement program in
In the first year of the program, red-light data from
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62% decline in daily red-light running violations issued at camera locations - A
76% reduction in the major crash rate 90% of violators did not receive a second citation after being issued a first
The speed enforcement part of the program was turned on earlier this year with clear evidence of its need. In the first six months of launching speed enforcement, more than 510,000 violations were captured – with some vehicle speeds exceeding 100 mph.
"We're honored to be a part of something that is creating major safety improvements for the state and the lives of its residents," said Edward Tiedje, vice president, Government Solutions, Verra Mobility. "
Verra Mobility is already working to start construction on the next phase of cameras. In 2026, 30 additional cameras are expected to be installed and running, with each major island receiving cameras in the following years.
About Verra Mobility
Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM) is a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions that make transportation safer, smarter and more connected. The company sits at the center of the mobility ecosystem, bringing together vehicles, hardware, software, data and people to enable safe, efficient solutions for customers globally. Verra Mobility's transportation safety systems and parking management solutions protect lives, improve urban and motorway mobility and support healthier communities. The company also solves complex payment, utilization and compliance challenges for fleet owners and rental car companies. Headquartered in
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