NEWS THIS WEEK: TfWM launches new travel app, Women in Transport to foster gender diversity & Metro Tasmania begins trials for zero-emission buses

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West Midlands takes a major step towards region-wide travel app

Transport for West Midlands has launched a new partnership to develop an innovative travel app, simplifying journey planning, providing real-time information and promoting sustainable transport options. Read more.

Women in Transport launches ground-breaking equity index survey

With a focus on fostering gender diversity and inclusivity, the Women in Transport Equity Index survey aims to drive transformation within the transport sector, offering a comprehensive framework for progress. Read more.

$5.86 million grant enables high-capacity transit planning in Southern Nevada

Southern Nevada receives a $5.86 million grant to plan a high-capacity transit line along Charleston Boulevard, improving transportation for over 231,000 residents and addressing high traffic volumes in the Las Vegas Valley. Read more.

Metro Tasmania announces operational trials for zero-emission buses

Metro Tasmania has chosen suppliers for operational trials of hydrogen fuel cell electric buses and battery electric buses (BEB) in order to gather valuable operational experience for a greener fleet. Read more.

Bolt reaches milestone of 150 million customers in over 45 countries

With a diverse range of mobility products and a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, Bolt has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 150 million customers across 45 countries and 500 cities. Read more.

Intelligent Transport's Flagship In-Person Event

Transport Innovation Summit 2023 is a ground-breaking event that will tackle industry challenges head-on and delve into the opportunities waiting to be explored.

• Electric Vehicles - what’s their potential as a possible transport solution
• Data - How can we use this to improve decision making and enhance passenger experience?
• Micro-mobility - what problems can it solve and why it’s important to implement effective regulations?
• People over vehicles - The changes being implemented to shift the emphasis back to the well-being of residents in cities
• DRT - how can it enhance public transport usage by connecting users to transportation hubs

Register today!

Listen to our latest podcast!

In this latest episode of the?Intelligent Transport?Podcast, Editorial Assistant Halimah Haque sits down with Joost Vantomme, Vice President of the MaaS Alliance, and Roelof Hellemans, Secretary General of the MaaS Alliance, to discuss the future of Mobility-as-a-Service and its potential to revolutionise urban transportation systems. Listen now.

Intelligent Transport's Latest Issue

In Issue 2 2023 of?Intelligent Transport,?we feature exclusive content from leading industry experts and thought leaders discussing: forming prosperous communities through improved transport equity; revolutionising transport and empowering operators with smart ticketing; marketing MaaS to improve awareness and increase adoption;?and plenty more.