Could DDRT be a solution to costly SEN transport?
How digital demand-responsive technology (DDRT) could be a fix to the rise in demand — and cost — for SEN (special education needs) transport in the United Kingdom.
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Ensuring a seamless transit experience at every step of the journey
Russell Arnold, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Sound Transit, discusses the importance of improving the passenger experience in a post-pandemic world, and shines a spotlight on the work that Sound Transit is doing to deliver a system that is safe and reliable, but also simple, seamless, intuitive and, ultimately, enjoyable…
Enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion within the public transport industry
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel welcomed, valued and free to be their authentic selves. For Intelligent Transport, Zoey Hudson, Head of Talent, Diversity and Inclusion at GTR, discusses the work that the company is doing to build a…
The power of data: Utilising big data and real-time monitoring to enhance rail operations
Pedro Conceicao, CBM Technical Sales Consultant at Nomad Digital, shares his thoughts on how the rail industry can utilise big data and real-time monitoring to deliver a safe, punctual, and reliable transport service, and ultimately improve the passenger experience.
Building transit systems around people
Nichole Gladney, Keolis North America’s Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), shares her insight into the workforce of tomorrow, and discusses how Keolis’ approach to improving DEI goes beyond just closing the gender gap by also considering factors such as work policies and practices, equal pay, work-life balances…
The people behind the wheel: Lucía Chavarri’s story, Cabify
For the latest instalment of Intelligent Transport’s exclusive ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Lucía Chavarri, VP of New Business at Cabify, discusses why it is important to think about what the city requires above individual needs when working within the transportation sector, as well as provides insight into the…
Embracing neurodiversity on West Country buses
Carolyn Giles, Head of People & Operations at Go South West (part of The Go-Ahead Group), provides exclusive insight into the steps that the operator is taking to support its colleagues with neurodiverse characteristics – including through its internal forum, ‘Go Well’. By opening up the conversation, Go South West…
Elevating public safety through innovative drone technology
Kerry Blakeman, Head of Security and Policing at Transport for West Midlands, discusses the transformative impact of drone technology on enhancing public safety and their pivotal role in re-defining traditional approaches to security and protection.
Technology-enabled mobility: Five predictions for 2023
Carol Schweiger, Intelligent Transport Advisory Board Member and President of Schweiger Consulting LLC, shares her expertise and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities within the transportation industry as it embraces technology-enabled mobility, as well as the key factors driving its transformation.
PAVE Europe: Building trust in autonomous vehicles in Europe and beyond
Guido Di Pasquale, Managing Director of PAVE Europe, provides insight into the organisation's efforts to educate the public about the potential benefits of autonomous vehicle technology and the challenges that need to be addressed for its widespread adoption in Europe and beyond.
The importance of making micro-mobility services more accessible for disabled people
From partnering with start-ups like Omni to develop wheelchair-accessible e-scooters to collaborating with UCL to create a universal sound for e-scooters, Georgia Heathman, Head of Public Policy, Safety & Inclusion at TIER Mobility, discusses the importance of making micro-mobility accessible to all and the initiatives that are being undertaken by…
How to use tech to improve transport for students with SEND
In the midst of the current cost of living crisis, councils are struggling to offer quality transport to students with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) while staying within budget. Digital demand-responsive transport presents a possible solution.
McLaren Applied connects fleets to the future with F1 connectivity technology
Over three decades at the cutting edge of motorsport has given McLaren Applied unique experience in the field of performance electronics. Now, the company’s championship-winning technology is available to fleet operators, providing the game-changing opportunities that reliable, high-bandwidth data connections enable.
Forming prosperous communities through improved transport equity
Monica Jones, Chief Equity Officer at the Central Ohio Transit Authority, discusses the importance of acknowledging the history of racism in public transportation and neighbourhood development and shares how COTA is working to improve equity and diversity within transport through a more inclusive approach.
Interview With Paul-Henri Renard, CEO of PARIFEX
PARIFEX's Paul-Henri Renard shares his thoughts on the importance of improving road safety and what more needs to be done in this space in order to reduce accidents and casualties, and outlines how PARIFEX can support and enable the necessary safety improvements.
