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🤔 Are you interested in learning more about the current state and developments of autonomous mobility in North-West Europe? ➡ If so, have a look at our insights from the CAMINO - Planning for Automated Mobility on-Demand online seminar, where high-level experts discussed about this topic! #CAMINO #CCAM #PublicTransport

🌟 Recap of CAMINO's first online seminar! 🌟 On 14 May 2024, our first online seminar on future CCAM scenarios and market engagement took place. Many of our associated organisations and wider interest groups participated. Key Highlights: ➡ AV Strategies: Koen Schietecatte from De Lijn presented studies on shared automated mobility, including operational strategies and market analysis. Key points included their model for Flanders, which demonstrates how automated vehicles could affect travel.  ➡ Tendering and Market Engagement: Gemeente Almere, represented by Lysander Van Der Sluis, discussed integrating AV into public transport. The presentation focused on AV operations on dedicated bus lanes and first/last-mile solutions, as well the planned tender for the BRT city network and bus lines between Almere and Amsterdam in December 2027.  ➡ Traffic Modelling: Lesley De Beuckeleer from De Lijn showcased their traffic model, which uses software to simulate future transport scenarios and assess the impact of automated vehicles. Discussion Questions: ➡ Preparation and Integration: How are organisations preparing for the transition to automated driving? How will Robotaxis/shuttles integrate with private car usage and public transport—are they an add-on or a substitution, and what scale of impact is expected?  ➡ Transition to Digital Drivers: When should human-driven buses be replaced by digital drivers, and what changes are necessary to consider this shift?  ➡ Managing Uncertainty and Financial Benefits: How do we manage the uncertainty of technological and regulatory advances while ensuring offerings remain relevant? How can PTAs benefit financially from SAV? 🔎 For more input, you can find additional information at the link below! https://lnkd.in/dT72tYXe Thank you for your participation and contributions. Stay tuned for more updates on CAMINO ❗ #CAMINO #AutomatedMobility #PublicTransport #CCAM #FutureTransport #Innovation #AV #SmartMobility

Siemens Mobility expands trams in Ulm, Germany Under the contract, signed with the public transport operator SWU, 18 Avenio M trams, produced in 2018–2023, are to be expanded from five to seven cars. Thus, the vehicle’s length will increase from 31 to 43 m and the maximum capacity from 185 to 256 passengers. It will cost €45.9 mln, with 40% covered by funding from the state of Baden-Württemberg. An additional €28 mln are needed to expand the depot. The work will be carried out at the plant in Wegberg-Wildenrath, where the trams are to be delivered by rail. The first vehicle is to return to Ulm in early 2027, with tests on a local net preceding the launch. All trams are to be fully converted by mid-2028. A similar contract was signed in March by Alstom. The company will expand 34 Citadis 302 trams by 12 m for €57 mln in Le Mans, France. This move should increase the passenger capacity by 85 people. Image: 21-72/Transphoto #rollingstock #rail #LRV #tram

Participation in the 5th Electric Vehicles Conference Charging the Future of Mobility.  It was a pleasure to present at the 5th Electric Vehicle Conference 2024 last week, where I covered the topic of ‘’Predictive Maintenance in Electromobility’’. Predictive maintenance is vital for the evolution of electromobility and represents a key step towards improving the performance and reliability of electric vehicles and infrastructures. It was an honor to share ideas and expertise with leading experts in the field.   Centre for Research & Technology Hellas (CERTH) Hellenic Institute of Transport #PredictiveMaintenance #Electromobility #Innovation #Sustainability

Mercedes-Benz Charging Solutions In a future powered by electricity, charging becomes an integral aspect of the customer journey. Just as Mercedes-Benz AG strives for excellence in the brand’s vehicles and sets high standards for quality and premium experiences, it is also part of the OEM‘s strategy to extend this ambition to the charging process. What solutions make charging as convenient as possible and integrate it seamlessly into the customer’s experience? This question will be in the focus of the presentation of Eva Greiner (CTO Charging Unit, Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG) at the upcoming International Conference EEHE 2024, organised by Haus der Technik – HDT. Don‘t miss the opportunity to get first-hand information on the global development of the Mercedes Benz Charging Eco-System and learn how to set new standards for Public-, Home- & Fleet- charging solutions by challenging the need for collective solutions in our industry sector. Visit us at the EEHE 2024 International Conference, which will take place in Bamberg from 15 to 16 May 2024. #hausdertechnik #hdt #emobility #eehe #powersupply #charging #onboardsystems #battery

My keynote in Göteborg will be about: 🔋The Utrecht bi-directional ecosystem: entrepreneurs, technology providers, users, city, DSO/TSO, universities 🌍 Utrecht’s objective: to become the world’s first bi-direcitonal city. 🧍♀️ Cooperation, trust, technology and user acceptance. ⚡️Our urgent congestion issues, and how smart charging & V2G are part of the solution 🖥️ Integrated EV mobility and planning 🚲Why we need more carless drivers

IN VIDEO: Discover how MAN and ST Engineering are gearing up to support Singapore’s electrification goals for public buses. Watch the full episode of Truck & Bus News: The Round-Up here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dUPPB7FP #MAN #EVBus #ADAS

In today’s congested cities, technology is offering a new era of urban mobility. Powered by high-capacity batteries, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles deliver the convenience of helicopter travel without the associated costs. However, to achieve widespread acceptance, these vehicles must address unique challenges. This article from TTI, Inc.’s MarketEye blog explains why working with a trusted partner can help design and source the critical electronics. https://lnkd.in/gdMHR3Wr

Developing intelligent 💡 software for cars 🚗 has been ITK Engineering’s passion for 30 years 🥳. This #engineering expertise in #automotive is very helpful for other #mobility areas too. Talking with the German trade magazine HANSA – International Maritime Journal, Christian Hötterges, Head of Business Unit Energy & eMobility systems, explains how the mobility transition on water can succeed and how #shipping 🚢 can benefit from the experiences of the automotive industry. #ITK #innovation #futureofmobility

How much market potential is there in UAM ? The answer lies in how much future potential is there in UAM. Attended the CII conference on charging the future of mobility. The ePlane Company #urbanairmobility #urbanmobility #futuremobility