NEWS THIS WEEK: FREE NOW reveals 2023 urban mobility trends, MTA accelerates station accessibility and Greater Wellington fares increase by 6%

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES

FREE NOW reveals emerging urban mobility trends for 2023

FREE NOW has announced that it has released a new report highlighting the emerging urban mobility trends across the UK and Europe for 2023, including the increasing demand for micro-mobility options and the road to net zero emissions. Read more.

MTA to award contracts for 17 accessible stations in 2023

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has announced that it is strengthening its commitment to make the New York City (NYC) subway 95% accessible, with contracts to be awarded for 17 additional accessible stations in 2023. Read more.

Greater Wellington increases public transport fares by 6%

Greater Wellington Regional Council has announced that it will increase standard public transport fares across the region by 6%, following its approval during its Annual Fares Review (AFR). Read more.

Arriva awarded €300 million contract for bus and rail services in The Netherlands

Arriva Group has announced that it has been awarded the Twente-ZHO concession for both bus and rail services in the east of The Netherlands, part of the province of Overijssel, following a competitive tender process. Read more.

Ireland’s NTA launches ambitious rural bus plan for 2023

The Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan TD, along with the National Transport Authority (NTA), has announced the launch of the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan for 2023 in Tullamore, Ireland. Read more.

EDITOR'S PICKS

Exploring the future of transportation in Coventry: The journey towards autonomous vehicles and beyond

For Intelligent Transport, Sunil Budhdeo, Transport Innovation Manager for Coventry City Council, provides insight into the various projects that the council is working on to advance the delivery and implementation of autonomous vehicle technology, as well as what he hopes to see more of across the wider transportation sector. Read more.

Driving urban transformation and shaping future mobility in London

Transport for London has continuously been at the forefront of implementing new technologies city-wide, transforming how people travel. With 2023 marking the 20th anniversary of the Congestion Charge, as well as the expansion of the world-leading Ultra Low Emission Zone to further tackle air pollution, Theo Blackwell MBE, Chief Digital Officer at the Greater London Authority, has taken the opportunity to showcase TfL’s trusted global innovation leadership. Read more.

ISSUE 4

Intelligent Transport Issue 4 2022

In the latest issue of Intelligent Transport, we feature exclusive content from leading industry experts and thought leaders discussing: digitally enhancing operations to deliver a seamless passenger experience; the role that Mobility-as-a-Service plays in creating a richer transport experience; how the industry is working to improve air quality and achieve climate action targets; and plenty more.

• Roundtable: Digitally enhancing operations to deliver a seamless passenger experience
• In-Depth Focus: Sustainable Mobility & Air Quality
• Roundtable: Bridging transport gaps with on-demand and shared mobility
• In-Depth Focus: Mobility-as-a-Service
• In-Depth Focus: 5G & Connectivity