2026 IoT Transportation & Mobility Award Winner: Connectpoint

Connectpoint has been named the winner of the 2026 IoT Transportation & Mobility Award for its connected public transit technology that improves rider visibility, accessibility, and real-time transportation intelligence at the stop level.

Recognized for its deployment of solar-powered, connected passenger information systems, Connectpoint is helping transit agencies modernize rider communication without requiring costly infrastructure upgrades. Through real-time transit displays, centralized device management, and scalable deployment models, the company is improving how riders access transportation information while helping municipalities deliver smarter mobility experiences.

The IoT Transportation & Mobility Award recognizes technologies that improve how people and goods move through connected intelligence, operational visibility, and infrastructure innovation. Connectpoint stood out for delivering measurable transportation impact through large-scale deployments, strong agency adoption, and practical real-world execution.

Transforming Transit Through Connected Infrastructure

For millions of public transit riders, uncertainty at the bus stop remains one of the most frustrating barriers to reliable mobility. Real-time transit information often depends on smartphone apps or digitally connected corridors, leaving many riders without accessible updates when service changes occur.

Connectpoint addresses this challenge through solar-powered, connected passenger information displays designed specifically for transit environments. The company’s real-time ePaper and LED signage systems provide riders with live arrival information directly at the stop, reducing uncertainty while improving accessibility and rider confidence.

Unlike traditional transit infrastructure that often requires expensive electrical work and trenching, Connectpoint’s solar-powered approach allows agencies to deploy connected mobility systems at scale with greater speed and flexibility.

By combining low-power IoT hardware, real-time transit feeds, centralized cloud management, and remote system monitoring, Connectpoint helps transportation agencies improve service visibility while reducing deployment complexity.

Delivering Measurable Transportation Impact

Connectpoint’s technology is already deployed across major transportation systems throughout North America, supporting agencies seeking to modernize public mobility infrastructure through connected intelligence.

The company’s systems are currently operating across dozens of transit agencies, helping improve rider communication, accessibility, and confidence in public transportation networks. Deployments include major transit organizations such as TriMet and King County Metro, where real-time rider visibility and scalable infrastructure have supported continued program expansion.

Through centralized management and remote diagnostics, transit operators gain improved visibility into device performance, updates, and system health, helping ensure riders receive accurate information when and where it matters most.

These practical outcomes helped distinguish Connectpoint as a clear leader in transportation-focused IoT deployment.

Building Smarter Mobility Experiences

As transportation systems become increasingly connected, rider expectations continue to evolve. Real-time visibility, accessibility, and infrastructure intelligence are becoming essential parts of modern mobility.

Connectpoint’s approach demonstrates how thoughtfully deployed IoT technologies can improve everyday transportation experiences while supporting broader smart infrastructure goals. By combining scalable deployment, sustainability through solar-powered systems, and real-world rider value, the company is helping shape the future of connected public transit.

This recognition also follows Connectpoint’s earlier success as the winner of the 2024 IoT Smart City Solution Award, reinforcing the company’s continued leadership in connected infrastructure that improves mobility, accessibility, and public transit experiences.

Honorable Mention

IoThinkTank would also like to recognize Finite State with an Honorable Mention for its work advancing cybersecurity and software supply chain visibility across connected transportation ecosystems.

As connected vehicles, telematics systems, and transportation infrastructure become increasingly software-defined, Finite State’s Product Security OS helps organizations improve visibility into firmware, software components, vulnerabilities, and compliance requirements. Their contribution highlights the growing importance of cybersecurity in enabling safe, resilient, and trustworthy transportation systems.