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First 5G satellite lab launched in the UK for testing CAVs
Businesses are now able to use the ‘Darwin SatCom Lab’ to explore and trial next-gen connectivity solutions for connected and autonomous vehicles.
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Keolis launches 5G electric CAV trial in Stockholm
The trial explores how 5G-connected vehicles, which are monitored by a control tower remotely, can facilitate the safe introduction of self-driving electric buses in more complex and demanding urban areas.
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West Midlands 5G and Transport for West Midlands pioneer new transport projects
A share of £2.4 million has been awarded to seven consortiums to launch 5G-enabled road and rail transport trials across the West Midlands.
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£200,000 investment to improve mobile connectivity across UK rail
Telecom operators have been urged to come forward to develop suitable equipment to safely fix antennas onto overhead line equipment (OLE) in live rail environments.
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West Midlands 5G agreement to develop regional transport solutions
The partnership agreement is already in discussion regarding projects where 5G can improve transport and support congestion and emissions reductions in the West Midlands.
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Looking ahead to public transport post-pandemic
Within our first live COVID-19 briefing, Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General at UITP, delivered the latest information on a number of areas for public transport and mobility professionals. Here, he answers some of the audience's most pressing questions.
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Work begins on 300km autonomous vehicle trial route in UK
Autonomous vehicles will be trialled along the Midlands Future Mobility route, which has been developed by TfWM in collaboration with Coventry City Council, Birmingham City Council and Solihull Council.
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Connected vehicles key to achieving net zero, research claims
Self-driving advocacy organisation Zenzic has highlighted research which suggests connected and autonomous vehicles will be key in the UK's journey to achieving net zero by 2050.
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European Commission calls for experts on Intelligent Transport Systems
The Commission has set up a sub-group to develop common cybersecurity processes needed for communication between vehicles and infrastructures.
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EPO data reveals continuation of transport innovation in 2019
The latest data from EPO has revealed that the UK’s transport sector continued to innovate in 2019, with a primary upward trend in computer technology and digital communications.
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Trams with free WiFi rolled out as part of Tallinn’s user-friendly programme
In addition to public transport already being free in the city, the new trams are designed to further the attractiveness for citizens and tourists to use public transport.
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Six European cities join project to use AI in move towards carbon neutrality
The six cities are part of a project named AI4Cities which looks to artificial intelligence (AI) as a solution for cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
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Dubai’s transport authority sees positive results from smart app innovations
Developments in Dubai's smart apps have yielded many positive results, the transport authority has said, including improvements in customer experience.
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Verizon and HERE partner to create safety and navigational systems
The two companies are reportedly starting their collaboration by working on vehicle and pedestrian safety such as collision avoidance, and better location identification and navigation for ridesharing pick-up/drop-off and delivery services.
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O2 joins pilot to connect the London Jubilee Line to 4G
The project is said to fall in line with O2’s focus on providing service where customers need it most, with the London Underground a notorious ‘not-spot’ for mobile signal to date.