For Intelligent Transport, Simon Pearson, Chief Commercial Officer at First Bus, comments on the cost-of-living crisis, discussing the impact on bus travel and how new technology plays a crucial role in supporting customers during such a difficult time.

Watch the latest video from Fujitsu to see how ABT can be rapidly deployed to offer best value fares and give passengers more confidence to travel.

In addition to easing the cost-of-living pressures for eligible Metlink customers, the half price fares will prepare passengers for the eventual release of the Community Connect scheme, which permanently reduces public transport fares by 50%.

Backed by £10 million in UK government funding, the new hub will support the development of innovation and low-carbon transport, as well as boost the creation of high-skilled jobs across the country.

The hydrogen bus trial will allow TfNSW to better understand how the technology compares to battery electric buses and decide which one would be most suitable to deliver the best services for regional and rural communities in New South Wales.

The UK government’s new funding for autonomous projects will enable Stagecoach to build on the work that it has done to develop self-driving bus technology, by trialling new autonomous vehicles in Cambridge and Sunderland.

With a key focus on respecting public spaces, personal safety and the environment, Dott and TIER Mobility will continue to offer Lyon’s residents with their sustainable e-scooter services for an additional four years.

As part of its efforts to combat human trafficking in the transportation sector, USDOT highlights the work that it is doing in partnership with public-private stakeholders in the industry to raise awareness and recognise the warning signs of this crime.