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Has the pandemic moved us closer to electronic payments?
Switchio outlines the benefits of electronic payments, and asks whether the pandemic has brought us closer to going fully contactless in the transport industry.
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Population growth and public transport: what is the future of ridership?
As the world continues to grow and urbanise, many cities will face transportation challenges. How can cities effectively manage the moving of large masses of people from one place to the next?
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Sharpening the focus on work zone safety on busy roads
A look into how government leaders have been able to change drivers’ behaviour and improve safety for workers, without risking lives of law enforcement officers.
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TfL announce measures to tackle hate crime on London’s transport
TfL says it will introduce further education to both transport staff and schoolchildren on how to deal with hate crime, and has launched a poster campaign on the UK capital’s transport network to highlight the issue.
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TIER putting safety first in London e-scooter trial
With the public remaining sceptical on the rollout of e-scooters across the UK, TIER Vice President Fred Jones explains the steps his company is taking to make its vehicles safe for all road users, and with that win over some hearts and minds during London’s e-scooter trial.
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eBook: Five elements of automated bus lane enforcement
Learn how transit agencies can embrace the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of camera-based bus lane enforcement.
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Spin racks up more than 100,000 rides across Essex trial areas
Spin has launched several e-scooter hire schemes in the English county of Essex, where it is now running in-person training events to educate riders on keeping themselves and other vulnerable road users safe.
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Study reveals trust and safety among top priorities for self-driving cars
New study suggests self-driving cars are ready to be accepted in Finland at least – as long as they are safe and secure, according to a new study.
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MTA and union officials call for more police on New York’s transit network
Transit officials and union representatives alike are calling on New York City authorities to increase police presence on the city’s transit system following an assault on conductor Gerard Sykes.
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Switch to Switchio® and enjoy the benefits of contactless ticketing
The pandemic has made contactless ticketing almost a pre-requisite for many public transport operators - read why Switchio's technology can make journeys smoother for all.
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E-scooter restrictions put in place in Newcastle to prevent misuse
Neuron, which operates scooters in Newcastle, has made changes to ensure the vehicles are used properly in the UK city.
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TfL issues advice and reassurance as restrictions ease in London
TfL is urging passengers to cooperate with the social distancing measures put in place as London’s shops and businesses begin to open up again.
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Assessing the state of micromobility with Beryl’s Philip Ellis
Philip Ellis talks safety and the impact of COVID-19 on micromobilty with Intelligent Transport’s Joshua Minchin, as more and more local authorities around the world begin to implement some form of micromobility scheme.
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Uber and Lyft to share banned drivers list
Lyft and Uber will share information on drivers that have been removed from their platforms for the most serious of incidents.
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Southampton to begin scooter trial with Voi later this month
Voi will trial its scooter service in the Hampshire city of Southampton later this month, with riders able to get their hands on scooters from 18 March.