AYIA NAPA - NEW MODERN ILLUMINATED RADAR SIGN FOR SPEED CONTROL - Filenews 7/3
The Municipality of Ayia Napa proceeded with the installation of a modern light speed indicator sign with radar on Nisi Avenue, as part of its continuous efforts to strengthen road safety and protect both citizens and visitors to the area.
This avenue is one of the roads with increased traffic in Ayia Napa and the installation of the new system aims to immediately inform drivers about the speed at which they are moving, encouraging them to comply with the permitted speed limit.
The illuminated sign works with a modern radar system and interactive indicators, displaying the speed of the vehicle as well as special icons – happy or sad – depending on the driver's compliance with the permitted limits. In cases of speeding, the speed indicator is not displayed but only the sad icon, thus preventing the possibility of creating "speed races" between drivers.
The system also has the ability to collect traffic data from both directions, such as vehicle speeds, number of passing vehicles, and speed reduction rates. These data will be used by the Municipality to better assess the traffic situation and plan more targeted interventions in the field of road safety.
At the same time, the license plate can be connected to the internet, allowing remote management and monitoring of data, while its radar has the ability to record the speed of vehicles at a distance of up to 300 meters, gradually informing drivers as they approach the spot.
In a statement, the Mayor of Ayia Napa, Mr. Christos Zannettou, stated that "road safety is one of the main priorities of the Municipality and the installation of the new illuminated speed indicator sign on Nisi Avenue is another essential intervention that aims to cultivate proper driving behaviour and protect human lives".
"With modern and smart solutions," he added, "we are using technology to enhance safety on our road network and improve the daily lives of both citizens and visitors to Ayia Napa."
Mr. Zannettou also expressed his warm thanks to the company M.K. TTS Ltd, for the kind offer of installing the light sign, contributing substantially to the efforts of the Municipality to strengthen road safety and upgrade the quality of life in the area.
"The Municipality of Ayia Napa," he noted, "will continue to implement actions and initiatives aimed at creating a safer and more functional road environment for all."
