A technology company and telematics solutions provider are coming together to create a new navigation application for trucks on Australian roads.
HERE Technologies, specialising in digital mapping and location data, and EROAD, a provider of fleet management and telematics solutions, are deepening their collaboration on the new project.
The solution will be available in Australia and New Zealand and is designed to enhance driver safety, fleet efficiency and regulatory compliance. It is being built on the HERE platform, using advanced routing services and truck-specific data.
“Our partnership with EROAD is critical in shaping the future of truck-specific navigation in the region,” says Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific at HERE Technologies.
“With the HERE platform at its core, the vehicle-aware navigation application enables fleets to gain real-time insights, optimised truck routes, and critical alerts to prevent incidents like bridge strikes. It also helps operators remain compliant with road regulations, avoid costly fines and reduce operational risks.
“This level of intelligent navigation empowers fleets to operate more efficiently while enhancing safety and elevating the driver experience.”
The vehicle-aware navigation application draws on key capabilities from HERE WeGo Pro, a mobile-first, professional-grade application that transforms centrally planned routes into real-time, turn-by-turn guidance.
Designed specifically for commercial fleets, EROAD and Here say the new solution offers:
- Truck-specific routing that considers vehicle dimensions, cargo type and road restrictions.
- Real-time traffic updates are refreshed every five minutes across the entire road network.
- Multi-stop tour planning and predictive ETAs for SLA-compliant deliveries.
- Offline functionality for uninterrupted service in remote areas.
- Driver-centric design that reduces stress and supports retention.
“Oceania’s transport and logistics sector is under immense pressure – from driver shortages to rising delivery demands and increasingly complex compliance requirements,” says Mark Davidson, Chief Product Officer at EROAD.
“With our expanded partnership with HERE, we’re equipping our customers with a solution that not only helps them navigate these challenges, but also positions them to operate more safely, efficiently, and competitively in a rapidly evolving market.”
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