SecurOS® Hazardous Cargo tracks dangerous materials in real-time across the Tamoios Highway tunnel complex
Woodbridge, N.J., April 30, 2026 – ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a leading global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, today announced that its SecurOS® Hazardous Cargo module was recently deployed to monitor cargo shipments and enhance operational safety across the Tamoios Highway (SP-099) in southeast Brazil, which features some of the longest road tunnels in the country.
The Tamoios Highway (SP-099) is a critical route stretching approximately 50 miles (80 km) and linking São Paulo’s industrial hub of São José dos Campos with the north coast at Caraguatatuba. The highway’s elevation rises from sea level to nearly 2,000 feet (600 meters), traversing complex mountainous terrain that demands robust engineering and advanced safety measures. The route features more than 8 miles (13 km) of tunnels, including Brazil’s longest tunnel at 3.5 miles.
Managing these extensive, challenging features introduces significant operational complexities, especially in monitoring the transport of hazardous materials. To mitigate risks, structure critical emergency plans, and improve response protocols, the Tamoios Concessionaire, which oversees management of the highway, partnered with ISS to implement an automated solution.
Powered by proprietary neural networking algorithms, SecurOS® Hazardous Cargo, an optional module within ISS’ SecurOS® Auto LPR software, can decode international ADR standards and read hazardous cargo plates at speeds up to 93 mph (150 km/h). The system subsequently updates vehicle positions in real time as they move through the tunnel complex. This georeferenced tracking allows the concessionaire’s Operational Control Center to know exactly what hazardous materials are circulating and precisely where they are located.
Beyond real-time identification, the solution generates comprehensive reports containing key metadata—including vehicle images, license plate details, the specific hazardous product detected, timestamps, and travel direction. All this information is tied together within our SecurOS® Enterprise video management software, ensuring that any irregularity or potential threat is automatically flagged. This enables the operations team to initiate rapid, targeted responses that are tailored to the exact type of cargo involved.
"Our system acts as a vigilant eye within the tunnel, instantly identifying a vehicle's hazardous cargo plate and interpreting its data," said Aluisio Figueiredo, CEO of ISS. "In the event of an emergency, this gives operators immediate clarity on the specific materials present, allowing for a faster, more informed response."
The system has already proven its value in the field. During a recent incident where a tow truck caught fire inside a tunnel, our software enabled the control center to immediately halt traffic and safely guide the driver to shelter.
Moving forward, the Tamoios Concessionaire plans to expand the hazardous cargo identification technology to cover other strategic points of the highway system. As part of this next phase, they are also exploring innovative uses of our software to detect and prevent the leakage of chemicals and other dangerous goods into creeks, streams, and sensitive environmental areas along the route, further enhancing both roadway safety and environmental protection.
In addition to the Tamoios Highway, ISS recently partnered with Arteris Litoral Sul, another major highway operator in southern Brazil, to deploy our technology on the BR-101 – a critical logistics corridor connecting the cities of Itapema and Balneário Camboriú in the state of Santa Catarina. This deployment leverages hazardous cargo identification along with automatic incident detection to improve operational safety and efficiency on one of Brazil’s busiest highways. Read the full press release here: https://issivs.com/blog/iss-tech-secures-major-logistics-corridor-in-southern-brazil/.
About ISS – Intelligent Security Systems
Headquartered in Woodbridge, N.J., with offices worldwide, Intelligent Security Systems (ISS) is a leading provider of video intelligence and data awareness software. The company, which was founded three decades ago and holds over 40 different patents and trademarks, is a pioneer in the development of next-generation video analytics. With an R&D team consisting of over 200 developers and engineers, ISS provides a comprehensive line of leading-edge video analytics solutions, such as the renowned SecurOS® Video Intelligence Platform, for a wide range of use cases and vertical market applications. For more information, visit https://issivs.com/.
