REPLACING THE FIXED-FEE EUROVIGNET WITH A MOBILE SYSTEM TO COLLECT VARIABLE-FEE ROAD CHARGE FOR HEAVY LORRIES

摘要

This paper discusses a telecommunications-centered solution for charging road use for lorries. The implementation option for collecting fees on highway roads is based on an innovative method. Instead of physical toll collection with enforcement stations oonn many segments, a ,virtual toll collection booth'is possible. The mobile network can be used to identify traveled distances. Backgrounds of the Dutch situation are provided. What roads will be charged? Which interaction is needed? We review the business model with the process of installing units, the way of collecting data, rating, billing and payment. Specific attention is giv given en to the context of interoperability.