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Winter Road Maintenance Using AI in Kuldīga Municipality


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   26 Sep 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   26 Sep 2025

The Winter Road Maintenance Using AI initiative in Kuldīga Municipality uses AI to monitor road conditions in real time. It predicts necessary maintenance actions and provides an interactive map for local authorities. The system improves collaboration between municipalities and road maintenance providers, increasing efficiency in winter road upkeep.

Name in original language

Ziemas ceļu uzturēšana, izmantojot mākslīgo intelektu Kuldīgas novadā

Initiative overview

The Winter Road Maintenance Using AI initiative in Kuldīga Municipality applies artificial intelligence to optimise winter road maintenance. By analysing real-time road conditions, the system predicts where and when maintenance actions are needed, helping municipalities allocate resources more effectively.

Key objectives include:

  • Real-time assessment of road conditions during winter
  • Predictive recommendations for maintenance actions to prevent accidents and improve road safety
  • Interactive mapping to visualise AI-generated guidance for local authorities and maintenance teams
  • Facilitating collaboration between municipalities and road maintenance providers

The initiative demonstrates how AI can improve public service efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety. By integrating predictive analytics and interactive visual tools, the programme supports better decision-making for winter road management.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Kuldīga Municipality

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Kuldīga Municipality

Category:

  • National – AI policy initiatives, regulations, guidelines, standards and programmes or projects

Initiative type:

  • AI use cases/projects in the public sector

Participating organisations:


Participating countries:


Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2023

Binding:

  • Non-binding

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