Nemi celebrate fifth birthday in signing 11 new on-demand transport services.
Nemi, a company part of EIT Urban Mobility’s investment portfolio, makes public transport in low-density areas feasible by providing a software solution that enables flexible bus services. Support by EIT Urban Mobility has allowed Nemi to become the reference tool for planning and operating flexible public transport services, with a differential model that improves reliability […]
Premium experience at bus interchanges
A restructuring of the public transport network in Cascais in 2021 created a fast express bus line which is now fed by local bus lines picking up travellers from surrounding neighbourhoods. Although the new network is generally much faster, citizens complain that they now must make a transfer. Overall, travellers tend to dislike interchanges, which […]
School mobility
Most residents in São Domingos de Rana commute daily either in the direction of Cascais or Lisbon. Many commuters need to take their children to school, which prevents them from using public transport. As a result, half of all schoolchildren in São Domingos da Rana are driven to school by car. As they do not […]
On-demand mobility in Cascais
Parede is an old town in the municipality of Cascais. The centre of Parede, mostly along Avenue da República, is a dynamic area thanks to its local commerce and services. It has narrow pavements and high pedestrian density. Several issues arise from high numbers of local car users and heavy through traffic. The city council […]
UrbanVind
Data collection in public transportation is a challenge in Europe. Cities struggle to gather crucial data for operations and planning. Information such as where people board and exit and how many passengers are sitting on a bus is not readily or easily available, as was found after interviewing 40+ cities and operators. Traditional solutions to […]
URBANITE
Asistobe addresses the challenges of inefficient public transport systems caused by only relying on slow and expensive data sources like surveys and interviews when gathering information about people’s mobility habits. Urban mobility today demands dynamic solutions to tackle overcrowded buses, delayed trams, and rising environmental concerns. This project provides cities, municipalities, and public transport operators […]
sHARMONY
The sHARMONY project tackles the safety issue at bus stops where cycle lanes intersect pedestrian pathways. Current solutions like shared spaces and barriers do not dynamically manage interactions between cyclists, pedestrians, and buses. sHARMONY’s innovative system integrates embedded horizontal traffic lights, synchronized with bus movements via beacons, and includes a mobile app for visually impaired […]
Interact
This project, named Human machine interaction for automated public transport buses (InterAct), focuses on driving with automated buses, which are conventional full-sized buses with automated driving technology. These buses have higher capacity and are further in the development towards driving without safety driver onboard. The project partners have the ambition to make urban spaces more […]
BCMS
Buses often experience overcrowding and bunching along the route, leading to reduced seating chance, denied boarding, and long waiting and journey times. Currently no product exists for operators to control crowding along the route. To address this, the project aims to commercialise Theoremus’s AI passenger crowding counting technology, which is currently a primitive and specialist […]
Baseline NC
The Croydon Tram Accident killed seven people and was caused by driver incapacitation. The investigation by UK Tram identified the need for new technology that predicted and prevented depreciated physiological performance (fatigue, inattention, and incapacitation) at work. There is currently no technology in the market capable of doing this. IHF DIGITAL Ltd has developed the […]
ARISE
Tram systems are vital for sustainable urban mobility but face challenges such as accidents, inefficiencies, and staff shortages. The ARISE project addresses these issues by showcasing OTIV.TWO, an advanced driver assistance system that enhances safety, efficiency, and reliability through real-time information and intelligent decision support, reducing delays and improving operations. Rail transport, as the most […]
AIMOVE
Current public transport prioritisation relies on vehicle-installed transponders communicating with traffic lights, a system limited to municipal transport. This project proposes an innovative solution using CCTV cameras at intersections and transit zones to recognise and prioritise all high-occupancy vehicles, expanding efficiency across diverse transport providers. Our approach leverages advanced image recognition technology, enhancing traffic flow […]
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 […]
Streets for All: Mobility-as-a-Right & School Streets
About the webinar In this knowledge exchange webinar organised jointly by Horizon-funded projects REALLOCATE, UPPER, and JUST STREETS, we propose to address two topics related to inclusive urban mobility: mobility justice and accessibility for vulnerable groups, on one side, and school streets and the specific mobility needs of various age groups, on the other. We […]
Targeted project winners announced
We are excited to announce the 12 winning projects from the Targeted Call addressing 4 new topics: The uptake of hydrogen refuelling stations for sustainable urban transport. Mitigating non-exhaust pollution stemming from urban transport. Achieving Vision Zero and safety for vulnerable urban road user. Promoting a competitive and sustainable European cycling industry. The 2025 Targeted […]
First pilot testing of BaTTeRi’s robotic EV charging device
BaTTeRi, an innovative company in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, conducted a pilot to test the efficiency and functionality of their robotic charging device, “Thomas”, in a real-world environment. The first pilot, as part of the EVOSS project took place in an office building parking lot in Tel-Aviv, Israel. The EVOSS project aims to revolutionise […]
Mastering mobility with the 15-minute city
Throughout history, urban designers and architects have theorised about the ideal structure of cities to meet the unique needs of residents. From Ebenezer Howard’s Garden City, which envisioned compact suburban towns with quick access to both services and natural spaces; to Harris and Ullman’s Polycentric City, focused on more organic growth with nodal points around […]
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 […]
Carpooling solution takes off with Airbus in Hamburg
Urban mobility has taken a significant leap forward with the introduction of goFlux Mobility’s innovative carpooling solution in Hamburg. Collaborating with Airbus and the Hamburg Transport Association (HVV), the initiative integrates private car usage into the public transportation system, creating a scalable model that redefines commuting. In just a few months, this initiative has demonstrated […]
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.” […]
SNM-Konya RAPTOR
The project will enhance sustainable urban mobility in Konya by incorporating behavioural science-based nudges into digital platforms and public interfaces. Building on the proven success of the Smart Nudges platform, the initiative aims to encourage multimodal transportation, thereby reducing reliance on private vehicles and easing traffic congestion. To maximize visibility and engagement, interventions from the […]
The urban mobility transition: How can the EU achieve more sustainable transport
Urban mobility and sustainable transport play a pivotal role in the EU’s broader green transition goals. For the EU to meet its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and achieving climate neutrality by 2050, innovation and transformation in the mobility sector are crucial. Our latest study on the transition toward sustainable transport shows that investments in […]
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 […]
Project results of the Main Innovation Open Call 2025
We are proud to announce the 19 conditionally approved* projects from the Main Innovation Open Call. The Main Innovation Open Call received 56 submissions in June of this year, which included entities from 30 countries. Of the 19 projects, 4 are focused on the Electrification and alternative fuels topic, 7 on Logistics, and 8 on […]