NEWS THIS WEEK: Wellington welcomes free and discounted fares, Bolt launches e-bikes in Wexford & Liverpool goes greener with new hydrogen buses

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES

Wellington region welcomes free and discounted public transport fares

The Greater Wellington Regional Council has announced that free fares for children under 13 and half-price fares for individuals aged 25 and under will be funded as part of the New Zealand government’s Budget 2023 announcements, in order to make public transport more appealing and alleviate financial pressure for families. Read more.

Bolt launches shared e-bike service in Wexford, Ireland

Bolt, in collaboration with Wexford County Council, has announced that it has launched its shared e-bike service in Wexford. The timing of the launch aligns well with ongoing efforts to promote the benefits of cycling. Read more.

Liverpool City Region unveils zero-emission hydrogen buses

Liverpool City Region has taken a major stride toward realising Mayor Steve Rotheram’s vision of a London-style transport network that is faster, cheaper, cleaner and more reliable. The region has unveiled its first fleet of publicly owned hydrogen buses, marking a significant milestone in the journey to decarbonise public transportation. Read more.

Go Metro launches new on-demand transit service in Hamilton county

Go Metro has announced that Hamilton county is set to introduce a ground-breaking on-demand public transit service called MetroNow!. The innovative service aims to provide convenient and affordable travel options for residents. Read more.

Arriva Group announces sale of Danish and Serbian businesses

Arriva Group has announced that it has successfully completed the sale of its businesses in Denmark and Serbia to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA. This sale marks a significant step in Arriva Group’s strategic plan to focus on its core markets in the UK and Mainland Europe. Read more.

EDITOR'S PICKS

Exploring TMB’s innovation strategy: Balancing sustainability and cost-effectiveness

One of Intelligent Transport’s newest Advisory Board Members, Margarida López Romero, discusses the role of artificial intelligence and big data analytics in shaping the future of transportation, and shares her insights on how public and private stakeholders can collaborate to foster innovation and deliver a more sustainable public transport network. Read more.

The people behind the wheel: Rebecca Rathore’s story, Stagecoach Manchester

For the latest instalment of Intelligent Transport’s exclusive ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Rebecca Rathore, Operations Director at Stagecoach Manchester, discusses the challenges and opportunities that she has faced in her career within the transport industry to date, and shares how she aspires to change how the sector is perceived by highlighting its importance in connecting communities and shaping society. Read more.

ISSUE 1

Intelligent Transport Issue 1 2023

In the first 2023 issue of Intelligent Transport, we feature exclusive content from leading industry experts and thought leaders discussing: building transit systems around people; returning cities to their rightful owners; connecting people through accessible, equitable and inclusive mobility; and plenty more.

In-Depth Focus: Workforce Diversity & Inclusivity

The Workforce Diversity & Inclusivity In-Depth Focus in Intelligent Transport Issue 1 2023 features articles from Go South West, Keolis North America and Govia Thameslink Railway discussing the importance of creating an environment where all colleagues can fulfil their potential and feel welcomed, valued and free to be their authentic selves, as well as why DEI efforts must go beyond focusing only on closing the gender gap by also considering a range of other important factors, too. Read more.

• In-Depth Focus: Passenger Experience
• In-Depth Focus: Ticketing & Payments