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2027 ITS World Congress organisers and host connect ideas at kick-off meeting

2027 ITS World Congress organisers and host connect ideas at kick-off meeting

Mar 26, 2025

Planning for the 33rd ITS World Congress in Birmingham is accelerating, following a productive meeting between the organisers, ERTICO – ITS Europe, and representatives from the host region, the West Midlands. Held in London, this strategic session marked a key milestone in shaping a high-impact global event that will take place from 25–29 October 2027 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC). Expected to welcome more than 15,000 participants from across the globe, the 2027 edition will feature an extensive exhibition, a high-level summit for transport leaders, five days of technical and special interest sessions, hands-on demonstrations, technical visits, and robust networking...

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PODCAST | Explore scenario-based validation for safer mobility with the SYNERGIES project

PODCAST | Explore scenario-based validation for safer mobility with the SYNERGIES project

Mar 25, 2025 |

Step into the innovative world of Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM) with The CAV Chronicles: Exploring the scenario-based validation for safer mobility. Guided by leading voices in the field, this series unpacks the transformative technologies shaping the future of mobility. As part of the SYNERGIES project, the podcast explores how experts collaborate to unlock the potential of CCAM systems. These advancements aim to create safer, smarter, and more sustainable mobility solutions, benefiting both urban and rural environments alike. By establishing a dynamic, continuously evolving platform for scenario-based validation and leveraging AI-driven innovations, SYNERGIES aims...

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DEKRA Study with Marseille and Montréal Universities: High E-Scooter Injury Risk, Helmets Provide Partial Protection

DEKRA Study with Marseille and Montréal Universities: High E-Scooter Injury Risk, Helmets Provide Partial Protection

Mar 27, 2025 |

A bicycle helmet can protect the head to a certain extent even during an e scooter crash. Nevertheless, the risk of injury remains high. This is the result of an international research project conducted by DEKRA Accident Research together with two universities. Direct impact absorbed, but still high loads on neck and brain First experimental study on head kinematics and helmet in e-scooter fall Results also raise questions regarding standards for helmet testing At the DEKRA Crash Test Center in Neumünster, Germany, two different accident scenarios were simulated at 20 km/h. In each case, the e-scooter’s front wheel hit a curb – in one scenario at a right angle, in the other at 55...

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MEPs blueprint to boost Europe’s research and innovation

MEPs blueprint to boost Europe’s research and innovation

Mar 11, 2025 |

The Committee on Industry, Research, and Energy put forward recommendations to strengthen the EU’s research and innovation policy and lay the groundwork for the forthcoming 10th Research Framework Programme (FP10) in a report adopted on the implementation of the flagship Horizon Europe programme. MEPs advocate for FP10 to be established as an independent Union Programme with a significantly increased budget, aiming to achieve the target of allocating 3% of GDP to research and development (R&D) and guaranteeing funding for at least 75% of high-quality proposals submitted. Based on extensive stakeholder feedback, FP10 should focus on three core objectives: Creating a European...

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