U.S. partnership brings self-driving technology to the blind
11 July 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
Self-driving cars in the Lyft app provide another way for blind travellers to get around reliably without needing to own a car.
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How are digital technologies changing the mobility landscape?
10 July 2019 | By Eve De Clerk - Intelligent Transport
In light of Keolis' Keoscopie study which monitors the impact of technology on mobility, we spoke exclusively to Kara Livingston, Director of Marketing for Keolis Group, who explained what the study revealed about mobility habits and the effect of technology.
Keolis awarded contract for public transport network in French Riviera
17 June 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
The new six-year public service delegation contract between the French Riviera Urban Community and Keolis is expected to generate a total revenue of €60 million.
Oldest DLR trains to be replaced with brand new rolling stock
13 June 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
From 2023 the DLR will welcome new rolling stock which will have real-time travel information, air conditioning, mobile device charging points and dedicated wheelchair spaces.
First shuttle without on-board attendant ready for operation
10 June 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
The autonomous shuttle is equipped with a brand new safety architecture to allow operation without an on-board attendant.
Defining the role of government in the new mobility ecosystem
4 June 2019 | By Jean Ruestman - Michigan Department of Transport
“New mobility” is a term that is sweeping the globe and a concept that is revolutionising how people get from point A to point B and everywhere in between. It is the convergence of mobility on demand (MOD), Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) and transportation demand management (TDM) and it means big changes…
Intelligent Transport Issue 2 2019
21 May 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
In this issue: Stockholm's ticketing overhaul, the data warehouse in Warsaw that is transforming transport management, and how Belfast is benefiting from the implementation of bus rapid transit.
Accessibility must be integral to new transport tech says UK government
14 May 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
Jesse Norman, Future of Mobility Minister, has stated that new transport technology must consider older people and those with mobility issues.
Sydney Metro North West opening date announced
7 May 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
Running every four minutes at peak-times, Sydney Metro is expected to open and begin operations towards the end of May 2019 - eight years after it was first announced.
TfL celebrates 10 years of iBus operations in London
30 April 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
TfL’s iBus has provided greater independence to passengers who travel with hearing or visual impairments.
Via announces partnership to expand into Japan
15 April 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
The new partnership is hoped to help reduce congestion and mitigate emissions with new on-demand shared mobility service.
Indonesia’s first ever subway opens to improve congestion in Jakarta
25 March 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
The project has been in the works since the 1980s, but until recently, its construction has been consistently hampered by political crises and funding disagreements.
Cycling and walking networks to be upgraded with £23 million of funding
22 March 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
Across the UK many will benefit from upgrades to existing cycle routes and improved cycleway connectivity, creating a safe, accessible and traffic-free network.
Nearly £8 million is given to Leicester for new transport schemes
18 March 2019 | By Intelligent Transport
Leicester’s £7.84 million grant is the result of the city council’s successful bid for a share of £60 million of DfT funding for schemes in 2019/20.
Improving accessibility on Merseyrail with new trains
13 March 2019 | By David Powell, Matthias Hämmerle
David Powell, Programme Director of Rolling Stock at Liverpool City Region transport authority Merseytravel, and Matthias Hämmerle, Project Manager for Stadler Rail, discuss the upcoming fleet upgrade that will make travelling on Merseyrail accessible for all.
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