Taxi driver licencing in Istanbul
In Istanbul, taxi drivers must have a Public Transport Vehicle Usage Certificate issued by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB). However, IBB has received numerous complaints of unregulated taxis circulating in the city. Enforcing the licencing system will increase the safety of passengers and other road users. IBB is therefore looking for technological solutions to prevent […]
Optimising micromobility operations in Ankara
In the city of Ankara, the electric bike sharing system includes more than 500 bikes and 40 charging stations. However, the system lacks a decision-support feature, making it impossible to automatically optimise field operations such as collecting bikes, replacing batteries, carrying out on-site maintenance, returning bikes to the workshop, etc. As these operations are costly, […]
Public transport optimisation in Ajka
With a population of 28,000 inhabitants, the town of Ajka in Hungary is a hub for work, health, and educational services. Every day more than 14,000 people commute to the city centre. Between 2013 and 2023 the number of cars in the city increased by 24%. Ajka municipality decided to re-organise and optimise the public […]
Integrating remote neighbourhoods through active mobility in Debrecen
A dramatic increase in car traffic poses a significant challenge to the city of Debrecen, with the number of cars doubling since the 1990s. Many people use a private vehicle to commute from low-density residential areas, as their destination is often too far to cycle and there is a lack of secure bicycle parking near […]
Price transparency for EV charging in the Capital Region of Denmark
The Capital Region of Denmark aims to electrify 1.5 million vehicles by 2030. To do so, it needs to guarantee an accessible and transparent electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The price of EV charging in the Capital Region of Denmark is regulated by charging operators themselves, meaning that prices can vary significantly depending on factors […]
Data-driven city logistics in Barcelona
The Metropolitan Area of Barcelona (AMB) faces several challenges in maximising the potential of its app, SPRO, due to the large volume of complex data collected on loading/unloading zones. It also needs to ensure that the data collected, such as personal information or business-critical data, remains private and secure. The AMB needs to invest in […]
Smart data on mobility patterns in Munich
The city of Munich, with 1.5 million inhabitants, faces environmental challenges and congestion due to growing numbers of inhabitants and private vehicles causing an increase in CO2 emissions. Around 400,000 commuters travel into Munich from the surrounding areas every day. To adapt to passengers’ needs and promote environmentally friendly transport, it is crucial to know […]
SAFELY
Each year, over 1.3 million fatalities and 50 million injuries occur on roads globally, with vulnerable road users (VRUs)—pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists—accounting for over half of these deaths. Current solutions often fail to provide localised, actionable insights to mitigate risks. Inspired by the EU’s Vision Zero goal, the SAFELY project aims to enhance urban road […]
SAFELIGHT
European cities have a big challenge to achieve Vision Zero and safety for vulnerable urban road users. Fatalities due to accidents are increasing in cities due to the use of new micromobility vehicles (scooters, bicycles, etc.) and their interaction with private and delivery vehicles. Some of the accidents are caused by users’ negligence but an […]
ROADSCOR
As cities grow and transportation evolves, ensuring safety has become a critical challenge. Vulnerable road users are particularly at risk, emphasising the need for innovative solutions in road design. A safe infrastructure is fundamental to achieving Vision Zero goals: a 50% reduction in fatalities by 2030 and 100% reduction by 2050. Making informed, data-driven, qualitative […]
EIT Urban Mobility announces the launch of 2025 accelerators
Developed by consortia of companies selected by EIT Urban Mobility based on excellence and expertise, accelerators serve as a vital push for startups seeking to upskill, improve and create the next generation of mobility solutions. Applications to the three Market Readiness Accelerator programmes are now open. These programmes, which cater to specific needs are specialities […]
Mastering mobility: autonomous vehicles and EU-alignment
Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are not just a technological evolution but rather have the capacity to transform urban mobility. AVs’ potential to reduce traffic congestion, emissions and traffic fatalities while enhancing accessibility, represents an opportunity for Europe. Discussions at the Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress session entitled Autonomous Technologies for Improved Mobility held in Barcelona in November, centred […]
Mastering mobility at Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress
The Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress (TMWC), co-organised by Fira Barcelona and EIT Urban Mobility, welcomed over 25,000 attendees from 130 countries to Barcelona last week. Now in its fourth year, the congress ran alongside the Smart City Expo World Congress, drawing students, researchers, businesses, city officials and industry experts to discuss this year’s theme: “Move Better.” […]
Mapping accessible pathways
The Accessibility Pathways Project, a collaborative initiative by Dreamwaves and the municipality of Helsinki, aims to address the critical need for accurate, real-time accessibility data in urban environments. Inspired by Helsinki’s commitment to inclusivity and the need for a quick, cost-efficient solution to identify accessible paths for individuals with mobility challenges, this project leverages cutting-edge […]
WISP SOLUTIONS
WISP Solutions aims to address the critical issue of traffic congestion and inefficiency in urban mobility within the city of Košice. This initiative will introduce an AI-driven traffic light management system designed to enhance urban mobility by leveraging real-time data and existing infrastructure. The project’s primary goal is to reduce traffic congestion, prioritise public and […]
AIPECRA
The AI Pedestrian Crossing Accessibility (AIPECRA) project aims to improve the accessibility and safety of pedestrian infrastructure in Las Rozas de Madrid, Spain, through advanced AI technology. The core objective is to create a detailed and accurate inventory of pedestrian crossings, sidewalks, and intersections, ensuring data integration into the city’s Geographic Information System (GIS). This […]
Working session: New Mobility Guidelines | Generalitat de Catalunya
Noves Directrius nacionals de mobilitat de Catalunya | Inici de la participació (esdeveniment en CATALÀ) Les Directrius nacionals de mobilitat són un instrument de planificació clau per establir el marc general de la mobilitat a Catalunya, d’acord amb els preceptes de la Llei 9/2003. Guiaran l’elaboració dels plans directors, dels plans específics i dels plans […]
EIT Urban Mobility and Government of Catalonia collaborate on new National Mobility Guidelines
Barcelona. 7 November 2024 – EIT Urban Mobility is leading the definition and implementation of the participation plan for the New National Mobility Guidelines in collaboration with the Government of Catalonia. This initiative, which will update the guidelines approved in 2006, is being spearheaded by EIT Urban Mobility, which is responsible for presenting and organising […]
Smart Country Convention 2024: Leading the discussion on mobility data and innovation
EIT Urban Mobility was glad to participate in this year’s Smart Country Convention (SCCON), Germany’s leading event for the digital transformation of the public sector, from 15 to 17 October in Berlin. The three-day event, which attracted over 18,000 participants and featured more than 650 speakers, brought together experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore […]
Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress 2024
Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress (5-7 November, Barcelona), jointly organised by Fira Barcelona andEIT Urban Mobility, an initiative of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, is the go-to event for smart urban mobility. We’ve learned the hard way that moving faster is not always a synonym of moving greener. Our reliance […]
Digital Twins for Smart Mobility – 2nd edition
In recent years, digital twins (DTs) have revolutionised the engineering world as a result of sensor and data advancements. However, despite the prevalence of simulation models, complete DTs are uncommon in the mobility sector due to a lack of general knowledge on the topic. Therefore, after the considerable success of the first edition of the […]
EIT Urban Mobility commits to EU green and digital transition in the mobility industrial ecosystem
EIT Urban Mobility pledges to support the EU’s Transition Pathway for Mobility, driving greener, digital urban mobility through agile projects and backing start-ups and education to achieve strategic goals. Why this matters: accelerating the green and digital transition The European Union’s 2021 Industrial Strategy emphasises the urgent need for a green and digital transformation across […]
12 startups selected for the Supernovas Rocket Up programme 2024
For the third consecutive year, Supernovas is hosting the Rocket Up programme to accelerate the international expansion of 12 women-led tech startups. The programme is gaining momentum, with more applications and an increasingly higher level of competition each year. The 12 startups selected for 2024 come from 9 different countries within the European Union, with […]
Smart Country Convention 2024
Germany’s leading event for the digital transformation of the public sector, the Smart Country Convention 2024 (SCCON), will take place in Berlin from 15 to 17 October 2024. Expect to see renowned people from administration at federal, regional and local level, politics and science, along with pioneers of the digital economy and local industry heads […]