Alaska DOT pilots SecurOS® Soffit to boost pedestrian safety in Kodiak

Alaska DOT pilots SecurOS® Soffit to boost pedestrian safety in Kodiak

First deployment of ISS’ patented AI-driven illumination solution in the state aims to reduce pedestrian-related crashes during low-visibility months

Alaska DOT pilots SecurOS® Soffit to boost pedestrian safety in Kodiak | kodiak middle image | ISS · Intelligent Security Systems

Alaska DOT&PF is piloting the SecurOS® Soffit pedestrian safety system from ISS on Rezanof Drive near Cope Street in Kodiak .

Woodbridge, N.J., February 19, 2026 – ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a leading global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, today announced the deployment of its SecurOS® Soffit pedestrian safety system in Kodiak, Alaska. This pilot project, launched by the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) on Rezanof Drive near Cope Street, marks the first installation of the Soffit in the state. 

The deployment addresses a critical safety challenge unique to the region: long periods of darkness in the fall. Alaska sees a notable increase in pedestrian crashes during September and October, when daylight hours decrease rapidly but the contrast of snow—which can make pedestrians more visible to drivers—is not yet present. To mitigate this risk, the state selected the SecurOS® Soffit for its ability to provide intelligent, dynamic illumination. 

Unlike standard streetlights that illuminate an entire area continuously, the Soffit utilizes advanced video analytics to detect pedestrians as they approach a crosswalk. The system then directs a dynamic LED lighting array to “escort” the pedestrian across the street, illuminating only the person and their immediate path. This targeted approach increases driver awareness while minimizing unnecessary light pollution, making it an ideal solution for increasing visibility during Alaska’s dark autumn months. 

Alaska DOT pilots SecurOS® Soffit to boost pedestrian safety in Kodiak | aluisio | ISS · Intelligent Security Systems

Aluisio Figueiredo
CEO of ISS.

“We are proud to partner with the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities on this critical initiative,” 

“This project underscores our mutual commitment to protecting pedestrians in challenging environments. By bringing intelligent visibility to Kodiak’s roads, we hope to demonstrate how technology can save lives where traditional infrastructure may fall short.”

Check out what Alaska DOT&PF had to say about the pilot project here.

This installation follows the recent successful deployment of the SecurOS® Soffit in Dublin, Ohio, last month, further expanding the adoption of this AI-driven safety technology across the U.S. 

Learn more about the SecurOS® Soffit.

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 30 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. 

Click here for more information.

Related Posts