New DATEX II newsletter service and re-launch of website

Date: 14/9/2009

Source: www.datex2.eu/

The DATEX II website has recently been re-launched with a full range of new user support features. The new setup enables users to actively participate in the DATEX II maintenance process.

DATEX II is a set of European specifications for exchange of traffic data and traffic information. According to the official website, it is the “reference for all applications requiring access to dynamic traffic and travel related information in Europe”.

Features of the new site include the following:

• Download of Version 2.0 of the DATEX II specification – The new website now offers the download of both technical and informative documents; this is the latest version, which has corrected all known bugs and issues reported since the launch of DATEX II.
• Newsletter service – It is possible to subscribe to a new newsletter service, giving the latest news and updates
• Discussion forums – There are forums dedicated to particular topics, including extensions and standardisation
• DATEX II model extensions – Users that have created model extensions themselves are now able to upload these to the website and contribute their work to the standardisation process
• Directory of DATEX II services – Operators of systems that provide content via DATEX II services can register and promote their systems via the website’s new directory

To make full use of the website, users are asked to register. Registration is free of charge and open to all. The DATEX II Helpdesk, helpdesk@datex2.eu, is available to answer questions or problems.

Further details on the latest developments in the standardisation status of DATEX II can also be found at www.itsradarinternational.info/.

HA recommended to view new website and register at www.datex2.eu/

Keywords: Geographic information, Standard, Traffic centre, Traffic information