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ERTICO’s Strategic Think Tank & 34th General Assembly
2024-06-11
ERTICO is hosting an exclusive Partner-only Strategic Think Tank, alongside its 34th General Assembly, to cater for in-depth and holistic dialogues. Setting the stage for aligning future priorities in concert with its Partnership, is an important milestone event as we stand on the threshold of a new Commission and Parliament era.
The Strategic Think Tank will focus on sculpting ERTICO’s future directions, refining the mission, and, importantly, defining the role of all ERTICO Partners in our shared journey ahead. Adding to the richness of our discussions, we are honoured to have Joanna Drake, Deputy Director General, DG RTD; Paloma Aba Garrote, Director, CINEA, European Commission; and Herald Ruijters, Deputy Director-General, DG MOVE, European Commission, delivering inspirational keynote speeches that will provide insights and guide our collective path forward.
Note: This event is only open to ERTICO Partners and shareholders.

Learn with the European Mobility Data Space – FREE Course Launch
2024-07-23 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Brussels)
Aligned with the European data strategy and the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, deployEMDS, a project co-funded under the EU Digital Europe Programme, will support policymaking by enabling data sharing and reuse for efficient multimodal mobility and traffic management and for measuring the progress of sustainable urban mobility across Europe.
Get a front-row seat to the official launch of the Academy and the first-of-its-kind training programme on the European Mobility Data Space. This free course will support you in understanding and accessing the right tools to help you deploy your high-impact mobility use cases.
The common European Mobility Data Space (EMDS) aims to facilitate data access, pooling and sharing for more efficient, safe, sustainable and resilient transport. It builds on initiatives and applications related to transport data and will be supported by initiatives to boost interoperability, security, and the availability and provision of data and services.
You will have the opportunity to engage with deployEMDS coordinator acatech, pioneers in data spaces, and representatives from the deployEMDS project’s use case implementation sites.
This launch event will explain how you can learn and exchange ideas with the project through this unique course, helping to inform the strategic direction of mobility data spaces across Europe.
To reserve a spot, please follow this link.

SINFONICA Collaborative Workshop: Shaping User-Centric Recommendations for public and shared transport using CCAM
2024-09-09 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Arup Premises, One Centenary Way, Birmingham, B3 3AY, United Kingdom
On 9 September, the SINFONICA project will host a collaborative workshop in Birmingham, focusing on “Shaping User-Centric Recommendations for public and shared transport using CCAM”. This workshop will bring together stakeholders from the CCAM and transport sectors to exchange insights on deploying inclusive and equitable CCAM services and solutions in public transport.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from the implementation of the SINFONICA engagement strategy and discuss preliminary policy recommendations designed to facilitate the integration of CCAM services into public transport systems while ensuring these solutions and services are inclusive and accessible to all users.
The workshop will be held in person in Birmingham at the Arup premises (One Centenary Way, Birmingham, B3 3AY) from 14:00 to 17:00 BST. Stakeholders interested in participating are invited to send their details (name, company, and email) to sinfonica@sinfonica.eu. Registration information will be provided ahead of the event.

Global Industry Organisations Roundtable
2024-09-15
On Sunday, 15 September, industry experts and thought leaders from around the globe will converge in Dubai for the ‘Global Cooperation Roundtable on Intelligent Connected Vehicles,’ a pivotal event co-hosted by ERTICO and the Global Industry Organizations Roundtable (GIO). This roundtable, open for innovation only, has been strategically scheduled just before the ITS World Congress 2024 kicks off. It is set to explore innovative collaborations, and best practices, and accelerate advancements in the field of Intelligent Connected Vehicles (ICVs).
As a key role in this global dialogue, ERTICO will not only facilitate crucial conversations but also actively address the challenges faced by the ICV industry and explore collaborative avenues for building a better global ecosystem, with the ultimate goal of benefiting industries worldwide. ERTICO representatives will engage in these conversations and present the diversity of regional perspectives which underscores the joint commitment to fostering international cooperation whilst driving the evolution of intelligent transport systems. By bringing together industry leaders from different regions, we aim to create a cohesive global strategy that will not only enhance the development of ICVs but also contribute to a more connected and efficient transportation ecosystem worldwide.
Following the joint opening remarks with Martin Creane, ERTICO CEO Joost Vantomme will also present more insight into ‘The global market insights of Intelligent Connected Vehicles‘. Another key highlight of this event is Peter Schmitting, ERTICO Manager in Innovation & Deployment, who will provide his reflection in the presentation on ‘Requirements and challenges for Intelligent Connected Vehicles‘.
The roundtable serves as a precursor to the 30th ITS World Congress, the leading event in smart mobility and digitalisation of transport, which will take place from 16 – 20 September. Participants of the roundtable are encouraged to attend the Congress to further immerse themselves in the latest advancements and discussions in the industry.
For more information about the ITS World Congress 2024 and to register for the event, please visit www.itsworldcongress.com. Additionally, further details about the GIO and its initiatives can be found at www.gio.zone.

2024 AASHTO International Day in Dubai
2024-09-15
The AASHTO officials hold the ‘International Day’ on Sunday 15 September, ahead of the 30th ITS World Congress, held in Dubai from 16-20 September.
This year, the AASHTO International Day presents a forum for leaders in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) from Asia, Europe, and North America to delve into the evolving landscapes of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Mobility Data. Set against the backdrop of global cooperation, this event is a beacon for knowledge exchange and innovative problem-solving in transportation.
The day will kick off with an introduction to the goals and expected outcomes of AASHTO International Day, setting the stage for a series of high-impact discussions. Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO, along with distinguished leaders from various continents, will participate in two critical sessions that aim to outline the future of ITS applications powered by AI and the effective use of mobility data.
Session Highlights Include:

Session 1: “Bringing AI to ITS Applications – Opportunities and Challenges,” will cover everything from ethical considerations and liability issues to social acceptance and the economic impacts of AI in transportation. Speakers will present use cases and regulatory frameworks from their respective regions, fostering a robust dialogue on how to navigate the complex terrain of AI in ITS.
Session 2: “Global Perspectives on Data for Mobility: Innovations and Challenges,” will see Joost Vantomme and other global experts exploring the nuances of mobility data exchange, the challenges of data privacy, and the strides being made towards interoperability in Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS). This session will also touch upon the critical aspects of data compliance and the legal frameworks that govern international data use.

The forum will conclude with a final Q&A, offering attendees the opportunity to clarify their understanding and propose the next steps for continued collaboration and research.
ERTICO’s involvement underscores its commitment to fostering international dialogue and promoting intelligent transport solutions that are safe, efficient, and sustainable. By bringing together top minds and leaders across continents, AASHTO International Day is set to pave the way for transformative advancements in the ITS sector.

ITS World Congress Dubai, UAE 2024
2024-09-16 08:00 - 2024-09-20 17:00 (Europe/Brussels)
A city driven by ambition and backed by a bold and futuristic dream, Dubai in less than two decades has changed the way that residents and tourists commute. The transport has been defined as advanced, sustainable, and smart to make travel safer and smoother. Unlike other leading cities globally, the Government of Dubai has taken the lead to transform the city’s transport infrastructure by working towards seamless and sustainable mobility which includes the adoption of innovative technologies. This includes the ‘Dubai Self-Driving Transport Strategy’ where 25% of all transportation trips will be driverless by 2030. This drive definitely makes Dubai an ideal venue to host global deliberations on the future of transport.
More information about the ITS World Congress Dubai UAE 2023 can be found here.

SHOW project Final Event: Achievements and the road ahead
2024-09-26 09:00 - 18:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Scandic Tampere City Hotel
After nearly five years, the SHOW project is coming to a close. This immense undertaking has involved almost 80 partners across 13 countries and 22 pilot sites.
Through real-world operations, SHOW has generated a wealth of knowledge by directly addressing the mobility needs of passengers and logistics clients. Our pilots have driven hundreds of thousands of kilometres, and we have completed numerous passenger rides safely, providing valuable data on everything from vehicle performance to user experience.
The SHOW Final Event will take stock of all project achievements, with a look forward to how that knowledge can be applied and replicated by cities, PTOs and industry now and in the future to ensure CCAM services can fulfil their potential and help deliver sustainable, inclusive and efficient mobility.
The SHOW Final Event takes place on Thursday 26 September in Tampere, Finland with a full-day conference programme followed by a networking reception. There will also be ample opportunities to experience the AV operations at the local pilot site.
Register now!!
Location
The conference programme takes place at the Scandic Tampere City Hotel, in Tampere city centre.
The Tampere pilot site has operated a mixed fleet of vehicles on a variety of routes, as part of the SHOW project. Participants will have the opportunity to visit those operations, including a 9m Karsan bus, as part of the Final Event (more details below). A replica remote operation centre will also be available to visit during the conference.
Programme
An outline programme can be downloaded here. The conference will cover the results and lessons learned from SHOW, their transferability and replication outside the project, and the future development of shared CCAM.

CIVITAS Forum 2024
2024-10-01 09:00 - 2024-10-03 17:00 (Europe/Brussels) | Parma, Parma
The CIVITAS Forum is returning! This year’s edition will take place in the beautiful city of Parma, Italy, from 1-3 October 2024, and will feature two ERTICO-coordinated projects—SUM and metaCCAZE—both part of the New Mobility Services cluster. These projects, along with their sister initiatives, Mobilities for EU and GEMINI, will have a dedicated stand throughout the event. City representatives, policymakers, planners, academics, and mobility enthusiasts will have the chance to engage with project partners and learn about their groundbreaking work in transforming urban mobility.
This vibrant, multi-day conference is the flagship event of the CIVITAS Initiative and it has been a key gathering for urban mobility since 2003. It’s the perfect platform for cities, experts, and projects leading the way in smart, inclusive, and sustainable transport, while offering a space to connect with mobility innovators from across Europe. Don’t miss this must-attend event!
Check out the website to stay up-to-date!

16th Edition of the Polish ITS Congress
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-08
The ITS POLSKA Association has been at the forefront of shaping the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) market in Poland for 16 years. We are proud to announce the 16th POLISH ITS CONGRESS, taking place on October 7-8,2024 in Warsaw, Poland.
This milestone event comes at a pivotal moment in the development of ITS in Poland. With the new era of EU Horizon Europe programming, there are opportunities for funding new projects and expanding existing systems. Furthermore, there is a growing understanding of the need to build domestic technology and competence solutions for intelligent transport, positioning ITS as a national specialty and increasing the economic potential of Poland.
The program proposal for the POLISH ITS CONGRESS in 2024 will cover a wide range of ITS applications, including investment projects in Poland such as road protection systems and weighing systems for vehicles in motion; mobility as Service; multimodal transport Smart City; artificial Intelligence in Transport; ITS Financing; Clean Transport Zones; innovation in public transport; Traffic Management Systems and Cooperative Systems and Big Data and Cybersecurity
The POLISH ITS CONGRESS has become a permanent fixture on the transport industry calendar in both Poland and Europe. In 2023, over 240 people took part in the congress during two days of the conference, and it is worth noting that 61% were representatives of the public sector, whose participation is free of charge, 34% were participants from companies and 8% were employees from universities and institutions. POLISH ITS CONGRESS is the largest event for ITS sector companies in Poland. For 15 years, it has been a place to acquire new knowledge, exchange views, get inspiration and establish business relationships. The 15 editions so far have been attended by over 4,000 entrepreneurs and experts from Poland, European and Asian countries, the United States and Canada, as well as a large group of representatives of central and local government administration, business environment institutions and the world of science.
We extend a cordial invitation to the ITS industries to participate in our jubilee event and be a part of the exciting future of ITS in Poland.
For more information and registration, please visit www.pkits.pl

DATEX II USER FORUM 2024: Digital Key to Future Mobility
2024-10-09 - 2024-10-11 | JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel – Conference Center, Bucharest, Romania
The upcoming 9th DATEX II Forum will be held over three dynamic days, from October 9th to 11th in Bucharest, Romania.
The forum offers a rich program for both beginners and experts, and the agenda will feature a mix of interactive sessions, presentations, and workshops, ensuring ample opportunities for dialogue and knowledge exchange.

Why join?
This year’s forum aims to educate newcomers on the benefits and practical use of DATEX II while providing ongoing support to experienced users. By offering a platform for comprehensive discussions and interactive learning, the DATEX II Forum continues to drive innovation and improvement in the realm of traffic and transport data exchange.
This year’s forum is packed with opportunities to grow your knowledge and network:

Learn about the integration of TN-ITS
Explore the collaborations with key organisations like TISA, C2C, C-Roads, DfRS, and POLIS
Stay updated with ITS-Directive and Delegated Regulations updates
Discuss traffic management strategies
Explore the Mobility Data Eco System (think about European Mobility Data Space, C-ITS)
Delve into critical topics such as cybersecurity, trust, and the future roadmap of DATEX II to ensure secure and reliable systems.
Gain practical experience with DATEX II through interactive workshops and detailed discussions, minimum European profiles and specific use cases.
Build valuable connections with peers, experts, and stakeholders from various countries.

The event is set in the heart of Bucharest, at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel in Romania.

Register here to participate.

ITS European Congress Seville Open Day
2024-10-15
In anticipation of the ITS European Congress in Seville, the Congress host and ERTICO-ITS Europe warmly invite all interested stakeholders to participate in a hybrid Open Day taking place on 15 October 2024 from 11:00 – 12:30 CEST in Fibes, Seville Conference Center or online.
This significant event is organised by ERTICO – ITS Europe, and proudly hosted by the City of Seville with the support of key partners including the Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, the Directorate General for Traffic, Andalusian Government, and ITS Spain. The Congress will center around the theme: ‘Clean, Resilient, and Connected Mobility,’ bringing together a wealth of knowledge and expertise from across Europe and beyond to the stunning city of Seville. Attendees will explore the future of sustainable transport solutions, focusing on clean, resilient, and connected mobility.
Join us online on 15 October 2024 for the Open Day, register here to participate!
Agenda:

10:30 Welcome Coffee (for in person presence)
11:00 – 12:30 Event:

– 11:00 Welcome from Seville
– 11:15 ERTICO – ITS Europe background presentation
– 11:30 Programme highlights
– 11:40 City of Seville Presentation
– 11:55 Commercial opportunities at the 2025 ITS European Congress in Seville
– 12:15 Questions & Answers
We eagerly anticipate your participation in both the Open Day and the ITS European Congress in Seville, taking place in June 2025!

IRF World Congress 2024
2024-10-15 - 2024-10-18
The International Road Federation (IRF), with headquarters in Geneva, is pleased to welcome the transport community at the upcoming IRF World Congress, to be hosted in the vibrant city of Istanbul on 15-18 October 2024. Dr Tamara Djukic, Head of Urban Mobility at ERTICO is going to attend the event, representing the metaCCAZE Project.
Held every four years, the IRF World Congress has represented – for almost seven decades – an opportunity to celebrate the road and mobility sectors as enablers of growth and development.
Embracing the theme “Connecting to Empower Mobility: Roads as Enablers of a Sustainable Future for All”, the congress will serve as a platform for global leaders, industry experts, academia, and diverse public and private stakeholders to engage in insightful discussions and collaborative efforts, addressing pivotal issues and exploring innovations within the road and mobility sectors.
The ERTICO Head of Urban Mobility, Dr Tamara Djukic is coordinating the metaCCAZE project and she will be involved in the event in a joint session co-hosted with metaCCAZE’s sister project MOBILITIES FOR EU on October 16 from 11:00 to 12:30 under the name “Towards Greener Horizons: Building Climate-Resilient Cities Through Mobility Innovation“.
The vast programme of the congress is accompanied by a large exhibition and technical visits. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available.
For more information, visit the IRF World Congress page or contact the IRF at irf2024@irfnet.ch

eCharge4Drivers Webinar: “Powering Up: New Charging Technologies & Accessibility”
2024-10-15 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/Brussels)
On 15 October 2024, from 10:00 to 11:30 CET, the eCharge4Drivers project will host a webinar titled “Powering up: New Charging Technologies & Accessibility”. This event will highlight the latest innovations in electric vehicle (EV) charging and their relevance to European policy, especially in supporting stakeholders, cities, and regions implement the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR).
The webinar will explore key EV charging advancements, including lamppost charging, battery swapping for light electric vehicles, scaling up EV charging infrastructure, and enhanced booking and routing services.
Register now to join experts from across Europe in this insightful event!
REGISTER NOW

AGENDA
10:00 – 10:05 Welcome and introduction (POLIS)
Part 1 – Spotlight on the eCharge4Drivers project
10:05 – 10:15 Grenoble lamppost charging (Mathilde Dioudonnat, Grenoble-Alpes Métropole )
10:15 – 10:25 Barcelona battery-swapping for LEVs (Pepe Marti, SILENCE)
10:25 – 10:30 Q&A
10:30 – 10:40 Market models and scaling up of EV charging infrastructure (Peter Fussey, University of Sussex)
10:40 – 10: 50 Enhanced booking and routing services for EV charging along TEN-T corridors (Thanos Katsavrias, NRG)
10:50 – 10:55 Q&A
10:55 – 11:00 Short break
Part 2 – Deep Dive into Policy and Regulations
11:00 – 11:10 The Sustainable Transport Forum (Aleksandra Klenke, European Commission)
11:10 – 11:20 The Accessibility Guidelines (POLIS)
11:20 – 11:25 Q&A
11:25 – 11:30 Wrap-up and end of webinar.

Innovating with Impact: ERTICO Joins EUCAR Annual Conference 2024
2024-10-23 - 2024-10-24
The EUCAR Annual Conference, set to take place in Brussels on 23-24 October, is an important event for the automotive industry. Marking its 30th anniversary, ERTICO is pleased to join the event, hosted by its Partner EUCAR, and looks forward to contributing with insight into the digitalisation of road transportation amongst many key stakeholders from the automotive, research, and policy sectors.
With a series of engaging presentations and panel discussions, the conference offers a unique platform to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of mobility in Europe. ERTICO CEO Joost Vantomme will be summoned to the stage during the parallel technical session on the digitalisation of road transport.
Together with influential speakers from the European Commission, ACEA, VTT Technical Research Centre, AVL List GmbH, Volvo Group, Infineon Technologies Austria AG, BMW Group, Amazon Web Services, TU/e, Volkswagen Group, Renault Group, European Policy Centre, IRU, and Iveco Group, Joost will present the unique role of ERTICO’s public-private Partnership and share valuable perspectives on how technology, innovation, and digital transition are driving forward the transport sector.
In line with ERTICO’s mission to promote and support smarter, safer, and cleaner mobility solutions, Joost’s contribution will emphasise the critical role that collaborative efforts and thought leadership play an important role in shaping a sustainable future for transport. This anniversary event provides a valuable opportunity to connect with industry leaders and policymakers to explore how we can collectively create societal and economic impact through innovation.

SUM WEBINAR | Methodologies & tools to evaluate and monitor shared mobility status & citizens acceptance
2024-10-29 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/Brussels)
As cities across Europe continue to transform their mobility systems, the SUM project is at the forefront, facilitating the integration of new shared mobility services with traditional public transport. This webinar series will delve into key developments enabling cities to co-create and implement sustainable, safe, and resilient mobility solutions while ensuring scalability and replicability across different urban environments.
This is the first in a series of webinars featuring some of the project’s experts, who will present on the following topics:

Co-creation of shared mobility solutions
Methodologies and tools to evaluate and monitor the status of shared mobility in cities
Methodologies and tools to assess the acceptance of new shared mobility solutions by citizens
Summary of the shared mobility status in SUM Living Labs
Open platform for monitoring shared mobility services in Europe

A workshop will follow this webinar in collaboration with the other CIVITAS Initiative NMS cluster projects at the Smart City World Congress in Barcelona on 5 November 2024 – more details will be shared soon.
Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, 29 October
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM GMT+1
Format: Online event

Agenda:

10:00 – 10:05
Welcome & Agenda- Prisca Numbisi (ERTICO)
10:05 – 10:10
Introduction of the SUM Project- Lisa Hanselmann (INRIA)
10:10 – 10:40
Co-creation of shared mobility solutions
Methodologies and tools to evaluate and monitor shared mobility status in cities- Pontus Wallgren (CHALMERS)
10:40 – 10:55
Methodologies and tools to assess NSM acceptance by citizens – Thea Cosnier (VEDECOM)
10:55 – 11:10
Summary of shared mobility status in SUM Living Labs – Amalia Nikolopoulou (NTUA)
11:10 – 11:20
Open platform for monitoring shared mobility services in Europe – Prisca Numbisi (ERTICO)
11:20 – 11:30
Conclusion – Iuliia Skorykova (ERTICO)

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ERTICO at Smart City World EXPO 2024
2024-11-05 - 2024-11-07
As the Smart City Expo World Congress returns to Barcelona, ERTICO is set to continue its engagement with global leaders in urban mobility, bringing expertise and its innovative vision to the forefront of the event. As a thought leader in the intelligent transport sector, ERTICO’s presence will offer attendees a unique opportunity to learn more about its public-private partnership offers, alongside a myriad of its activities. ERTICO’s agenda during the three days will include several parallel sessions to present some of the leading European-funded projects, including the SUM project and the metaCCAZE project. In addition, amidst the vibrant exhibition, the ERTICO booth in Hall 2, Street A, Stand no 165 will welcome visitors to discover the ITS European Congress, hosted in Seville, 19-21 May 2025, including the Commercial Partnership and Exhibition opportunities and the Congress Programme.
ERTICO’s involvement in the three-day event is set to inspire cities worldwide to advance cleaner, safer, and more sustainable mobility solutions. The team, specialising in urban mobility, will deliver presentations and engage in parallel sessions, including the two leading projects SUM and MetaCCAZE during the CIVITAS New Mobility Services (NMS) Community workshop hosted as part of the TOMORROW MOBILITY section. This discussion will cover the current state of mobility and how user attitudes and engagement shape mobility solutions in cities and Living Labs. These insights will demonstrate how co-creation activities guide the design and evaluation of mobility services, and how the impact of these services is being monitored. The session, ‘Seamless Urban Mobility Services Event – Solutions for Better Design, Evaluation, and Monitoring of New Mobility Services’, will take place on Tuesday 5 November, from 15:00 -18:00 in Room 3.12, Area CC3.
During the TOMORROW MOBILITY section, Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO will be participating in the Thematic Roundtable on ‘Autonomous Technologies for Improved Mobility’ on Tuesday 5 November, from 12:45 -13:25 in Hall 2, Tomorrow.Mobility Room. The discussion forum, highlighting innovative technologies for improved mobility, will present a roundtable approach to navigating the different contexts of urban mobility deployment, both terrestrial and urban air mobility. The dialogue, moderated by Daniel Serra, EIT Urban Mobility will be joined by Peter Staelens from Eurocities, Martin Kahl from FISITA, Harald Proff from Deloitte and Catriona Meehan from Startingup PA. Among the discussion points, the speakers will discuss the European evolutions in the ITS domain with elements of CCAM, data, Artificial Intelligence, traffic management, smart freight and logistics.
On Wednesday, 6 November, ERTICO will present in two key sessions. The first session, represented by Dr Tamara Djukic, Head of Green and Urban Mobility at ERTICO, will explore how data-driven approaches improve efficiency and sustainability across urban mobility sectors, including smart tourism, urban logistics, and passenger transport (public and private). This Agora session on ‘Data-Driven Decisions: Paving the Way for Sustainable Smart Cities’, will take place from 11:30-12:15 in Hall 2, Orange Agora, joined by Georg Houben, Policy Officer at the EU Commission’s Directorate General for Energy (DG ENER), Itir Coskun, Innovation Manager at SWARCO, Georgia Ayfantopoulou, Deputy Director & Research DirectorHellenic Institute of Transport (ΗΙΤ) of CERTH, and Barry Rogers, Head of the Dublin City Tourism UnitDublin City.
The second, organised by the ERTICO Partnership, will discuss innovative solutions for the urban agenda with practical examples and lessons learned during the AGORA session ‘Connecting the Dots in Urban Mobility’, from 17:30-18:15. The session, moderated by Agne Vaitekenaite, Partnership Development Manager at ERTICO will bring together key representatives from ERTICO-ITS Europe, MaaS Alliance, ITS Spain, and the City of Seville to explore collaborative pathways for future urban mobility and also policy aspects as part of the discussion mix: Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO, Roelof Hellemans, Secretary General of MaaS Alliance, Dr Tamara Djukic, Green and Urban Mobility Lead at ERTICO, Julio García Ramón, President of ITS Catalunya, and Diego Gomez Garcia, representing the Municipality of Seville.
ERTICO is also supporting the MaaS Alliance, hosting its 10th MaaS Summit, an annual invitation-only event for its members. The Summit, scheduled for Thursday 7 November from 9.30 to 12.30, will offer a prime opportunity for networking and collaboration. This year’s discussions will focus on the Alliance’s significant publication, ‘The Growth and Future of Integrated Public & Private Mobility’, along with the global Mobility4Users Community. This neutral, non-commercial platform encourages meaningful engagement and dialogue among mobility stakeholders. For further details, MaaS Alliance members can contact I.skorykova@maas-alliance.eu. On this occasion, Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO and Vice President of the MaaS Alliance, will contribute with his expertise, highlighting ERTICO’s thought leadership role in shaping the future of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS).
Meet us at ERTICO’s booth no. 165 to explore exciting partnership and exhibition opportunities for the upcoming ITS European Congress in Seville. Whether you’re looking to showcase your innovations or collaborate on cutting-edge mobility solutions, our team will be on hand to discuss how you can get involved. Don’t miss this chance also to discover our Call for Contribution, where you can present your expertise and help shape the future of intelligent transport systems. We are looking forward to connecting with you!
At the close of the event, the eCharge4Drivers project will hold its Final Event on “Solutions for Easy EV Charging”, offering Smart City Expo World Congress attendees a unique opportunity to dive deeper into clean mobility solutions. Since its start in 2020, eCharge4Drivers has been transforming the Electric Vehicle (EV) charging landscape by developing and testing user-friendly charging solutions to foster the adoption of electromobility. At the Barcelona City Council, the final event will showcase the project’s main achievements and outcomes while providing valuable insights into the future of EV charging from project experts and industry leaders. Visit the eCharge4Drivers website for the agenda and registration details.

NAPCORE Mobility Data Days 2024
2024-11-06 - 2024-11-07 | NH Hotel Torino Centro, C.so Vittorio Emanuele II, 104, Torino, 10121, Italy
The NAPCORE Mobility Data Days will take place on November 6th and 7th in Turin. Join us for this flagship event for the ITS community!
Why attend?

Be part of the discussion on the improvement of mobility data accessibility and availability in Europe.
Hear about the latest achievements in the definition and implementation of common procedures and strategies for mobility data exchange.
Meet experts in this domain from all EU Member States and more and exchange experiences, solutions and best practices.

The NAPCORE Mobility Data Days 2024 invites all:

Data users and service providers in the mobility and transport domain
Data experts and data owners in the road and mobility sector
Representatives of Road and Transport Authorities as well as Public and Private Road and Transport Operators
European policy makers in the field of mobility and transport data

Register here to participate.

eCharge4Drivers Final Event: Solutions for Easy EV Charging
2024-11-07 | Barcelona City Council, 240 Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona, Spain
After four impactful years, the eCharge4Drivers project is coming to a close. To mark this important milestone, the project will host a Final Event in Barcelona on 7 November 2024.
Since 2020, eCharge4Drivers has been at the forefront of transforming Electric Vehicle (EV) charging, developing user-friendly solutions tested at 10 demonstration sites located in urban areas and along interurban corridors.
The eCharge4Drivers final event is a unique opportunity to celebrate the project’s main achievements and results, explore the future of EV charging, and engage with industry leaders.
This full-day event, hosted at the Barcelona City Council (240 Avinguda Diagonal), will offer key insights into the project’s results and provide a platform to engage with industry leaders. The event features a full-day conference hosted at Barcelona City Council, 240 Avinguda Diagonal, and follows the 2024 editions of the Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress and the SmartCity Expo World Congress, creating a convenient opportunity for attendees to explore the future of electromobility.
Don’t miss this chance and register today! There is also a possibility to attend online.
Register today
Download the agenda here

10th TiN Maas Summit
2024-11-07 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Brussels) | Smart City Expo World Congress 2024, Barcelona
The 10th edition of the MaaS Summit is taking place during the Smart City Expo World Congress (#SCEWC2024) in Barcelona on Thursday, 7 November from 9:30 to 12:30 CET in Room 3.13A + B, Area CC3.
The event will open with a welcome address from ERTICO CEO and MaaS Alliance Vice-President and Treasurer, Joost Vantomme, setting the stage for a dynamic agenda focused on the future of MaaS. This milestone summit will feature top industry speakers and in-depth sessions on global trends, innovations, and strategies for optimizing supply and demand management to better meet user needs.
Key discussions will also include Aligning Mobility Language for more effective solutions, with valuable insights from the European Commission on two relevant initiatives: EMDS and EDIC, aimed at harmonizing and advancing European mobility data standards.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on seamless mobility and engage in discussions on MaaS’s next steps.
For more information, please contact our Operations Manager, Iuliia Skorykova at 📧 i.skorykova@maas-alliance.eu.

Collaboration in Motion: ERTICO Joins TTF's Autumn Update Event
2024-11-12
On 12 November 2024, Transport Technology Forum (TTF) organises its Autumn Update at the IET, Austin Court in Birmingham, UK. This year, ERTICO – ITS Europe will convene together with local authorities and key players from the UK’s transport sector to discuss key issues and share innovative solutions in intelligent transport and smart mobility.
Following the engagement agreement signed in May 2023, which aims to strengthen the joint commitment to advance solutions in smart mobility through knowledge-sharing, this event marks an important milestone in the ongoing collaboration. It also presents an important opportunity for ERTICO to strengthen its partnerships within the UK transportation sector and engage in discussions that help shape the future of urban mobility with UK Partners and stakeholders. By offering insights from its public-private partnership model, Agne Vaitekenaite, Partnership Development Manager at ERTICO, will present some of the ongoing Innovation Platforms, including Data For Road Safety (DFRS), TM2.0, TN-ITS and the recently launched ‘ITS Driven Innovative Aerial Services’ (IDI).
This event also exemplifies the shared vision between ERTICO and TTF to drive forward innovations and share expertise, reflecting the organisations’ joint efforts to promote Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), in particular towards the 33rd ITS World Congress 2027, which will be hosted in Birmingham with Transport for West Midlands.
Register here to join the event.

ITS Austria Conference 2024: On the Move – Together
2024-11-20 - 2024-11-21
We are delighted to extend the invitation to the ITS Austria Conference 2024, which will take place in Vienna from 20 to 21 November. Organised by our Partner, the Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK), this event will explore the future of mobility under the theme ‘On the move—together.’
The conference will focus on the crucial role of international collaboration and digital transformation in modernising transport systems, showcasing how cross-border efforts and European initiatives are shaping tomorrow’s mobility.
Together with national and European partners and experts, the event will present examples of successes, highlight key elements for the digitalisation and automation of the European mobility system and discuss necessary measures for building skills and increasing the attractiveness of the domestic mobility industry.
Austria plays a pioneering role in a networked Europe. Domestic players have been successfully networking with each other (e.g. Verkehrsauskunft Österreich, EVIS) and neighbouring countries for years. C-ITS (Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems) or the European Mobility Data Space design demonstrate the strength of these co-operations.
Held at the Federal Ministry for Climate Action in Vienna, the conference will feature an exciting agenda with international keynote speeches, dynamic panel discussions, and an exhibition showcasing the latest innovations in the field. Over two days, they will be presenting international initiatives and national projects – from traffic management and travel information to new automated mobility solutions that show how we can successfully shape the mobility of the future together.
Join to experience:

Leading Projects: Gain insights from Austrian and European projects that are pushing the boundaries of digitalisation and automation in the mobility sector.
Expert Insights: Stay informed about the latest advancements in Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) and the European Mobility Data Space.
Cross-Border Collaboration: Discover how partnerships within Austria and across Europe are enhancing mobility systems, with practical examples of successful cross-border initiatives.
Industry Leaders Networking Opportunities: Connect with key stakeholders in traffic management, automated mobility, and other forward-thinking sectors during dedicated networking sessions.

Register now via the official platform here to secure your place.

London EV Show
2024-11-26 - 2024-11-28 | ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, E16 1XL
The 2024 London EV Show will be held from 26 to 28 November at ExCeL London. This fourth edition will bring together over 180 experts in electromobility to discuss the latest advancements in electric vehicle (EV) technology, sustainable mobility, and industry impact, exploring a wide range of topics such as battery management, charging infrastructure, and fleet electrification.
Emin Aliyev, Project Manager at ERTICO and ZEV-UP Project Coordinator, will contribute to Panel 2 on “Battery Swapping vs. Fast Charging: Which Approach Fits Different Use Cases?” with some first insights from the ZEV-UP project. This session, part of Track 2 on Day 3 (28 November, 12:30–13:05), will focus on “Battery Management Systems & Charging Infrastructure.” The panel will present benefits and challenges of battery swapping versus fast charging across diverse vehicle types and environments. Further discussion will address sustainable battery ecosystems, user needs, and strategies for driving EV battery market adoption.
For more details on the event, please visit the official website.

Navigating Tomorrow:​ Urban Mobility's Future Challenges​
2024-12-04
‘Navigating Tomorrow: Urban Mobility’s Future Challenges‘, hosted by our Partner SAE and organised with the support of NAVISP/ESA and ERTICO, will bring together industry leaders, researchers, and institutional stakeholders to explore the pivotal role of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in shaping the future of urban mobility.
This one-day event will take place on Wednesday 4th December in Brussels, featuring six roundtable discussions where experts will address technological and regulatory challenges in deploying Cooperative, Connected, and Automated Mobility (CCAM). With over twenty years of experience in Digital Signal Processing for Communication Systems, Wireless Sensor Networks (WSN), IoT, embedded Security Systems, Cryptography and 5G, Dr Nikolaos Tsampieris, Head of Transport for Logistics at ERTICO will join the event as a roundtable host.
We will explore the critical theme of ‘Navigation and Positioning in Urban Mobility,’ focusing on the PNT technologies vital for improving the safety and efficiency of urban transportation.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with industry leaders, introduce their research questions, and help shape the future of urban mobility. Recommendations from each roundtable will be submitted to the relevant EU institutions for consideration.
Secure one of 60 available registration spots and access detailed roundtable descriptions here.

CLEPA Innovation Awards 2024: ERTICO Announced as Strategic Partner
2024-12-04
We are excited to share that ERTICO – ITS Europe has been invited to join the CLEPA Innovation Awards 2024 as a Strategic Partner. Taking place on 4 December at Autoworld in Brussels, this prestigious event honours ground-breaking advancements in the European automotive supply industry. With a focus on the Green and Digital transitions in Europe and globally, the awards provide a valuable opportunity to explore cutting-edge automotive technologies.
As a key participant, represented by CEO Joost Vantomme, and a valued member of the evaluation jury, we will actively contribute to recognising and celebrating this year’s innovation awards.
We encourage all our partners and broader network to join us in December to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and media and celebrate the achievements driving forward sustainable and digital automotive innovation.
For more information, visit the CLEPA Innovation Awards website, and follow them on LinkedIn and Twitter (X) for more information and updates.

About CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers: CLEPA represents over 3,000 companies supplying state-of-the-art components and innovative technology for safe, smart and sustainable mobility, investing over 30 billion euros yearly in research and development.

2025 TRB Annual Meeting
2025-01-05 - 2025-01-09
The Transportation Research Board (TRB) 2025 Annual Meeting, taking place from 5-9 January 2025, is a prestigious event that will feature over 4,000 presentations across more than 650 sessions and workshops, offering a comprehensive look at advancements and challenges across all transportation modes.

Organised by TRB’s volunteer technical committees, the meeting will include 400+ meetings by standing committees and three days of exhibits showcasing the latest in transportation-related products and services. Attendees can expect comprehensive coverage, with almost every transportation mode and topic represented.
Chairman of ERTICO, Dr Angelos Amditis will contribute to two key sessions, showcasing thought leadership and engaging in meaningful discussions including a panel discussion on ”The Future of Transportation’ together with senior transportation leaders to explore how cutting-edge technologies and innovations can create a fully integrated, seamless, safe, and efficient transportation system of systems. He also took part in the panel on ‘State of Intelligent Transportation Systems: Strategic Directions and Industry Priorities’, featuring influential ITS leaders to discuss the strategic directions and priorities that will drive innovation, improve safety, and enhance mobility.
ERTICO’s Director of Innovation & Strategy, Vlad Vorotovic, has been invited to present the work of ERTICO and the TM2.0 Innovation Platform at the TRB ITS Committee meeting, where he will participate as one of the international members. “It will be a great pleasure to attend their VIP reception, building on the recently signed MoU to explore transatlantic opportunities for collaboration in research and innovation,” says Vlad. “I look forward to discussing preparations for the International Symposium: Navigating the Future of Traffic Management, co-organised by European and American partners, and engaging with international stakeholders to advance safe, sustainable, and resilient transport systems.”
ERTICO Head of Green & Urban Mobility, Dr Tamara Djukic will also participate at the VIP reception organised by the TRB’s Executive Director, “I will investigate the opportunities on both sides of the Atlantic for the cooperation in the research and innovation domain, for the benefit of deployment of safe and resilient transport systems.” We will discuss and plan the International Symposium on Navigating the Future of Traffic Management, organised by the European and American partners, and I’ll also be involved in a number of workshops and meetings with the international stakeholders. As a full member of the TRB Committee, Tamara will participate in the Committee Meetings on Travel Demand and Traffic Flow Theory where we will work on new roadmaps and strategic alignment of the future research needs and collaboration opportunities in transport and mobility areas. She will also moderate a session on new mobility services, where she will have an opportunity to share the latest developments in Horizon Europe-funded projects, metaCCAZE and SUM.
Registrations are still open! Access to an Online Programme with abstracts and presentations, a mobile app, and 30 days of free access to the Transportation Research Record.
Stay Informed: For additional details and updates on the submission process, peer review, and more, visit the TRB Annual Meeting resource webpages.
Source: National Academics | TRB

ERTICO thought leadership towards Paris
2025-01-21 - 2025-01-22
To kick off this new year, a delegation of ERTICO will participate in various events, exchanging knowledge, taking up the discussion points of last year and continue engaging in discussions of forthcoming trends and new opportunities ahead.
On 21 January, our CEO Joost Vantomme will first join the ATEC ITS France Congress to meet and connect with colleagues from the region and discuss the next ITS European Congress taking place in the neighbouring country of Seville, Spain from 19-21 May.
The following day, ERTICO is invited by the International Transport Forum (ITF) of OECD, as a special invitee by Young Tae Kim, Secretary General of the ITF. We have been invited to organise dedicated training and knowledge-sharing sessions with the ITF community. Joost Vantomme will be joined by a delegation of the ERTICO team, Director of Strategy & Innovation, Vlad Vorotovic and Senior Managers, Ralf Willenbrock, and Vassilis Agouridas. The special lectures with the ITF team will be focused on cutting-edge innovation and technologies shaping the future transformation of transport, including Connected, Cooperative & Automated Mobility (CCAM), new urban transport solutions, innovative aerial services, ITS for logistics, data and Artificial Intelligence (AI). This lecture, titled “Smart Mobility, Sustainable Solutions: Transforming Transport for a Digital Future” will be a unique opportunity to discuss how technology, and its governance for responsible innovation, are driving the shift worldwide towards smarter and more sustainable mobility, as well as to learn from the perspective of a leading organisation driving innovation and collaboration on the topic.
ITF and ERTICO have a strong cooperation and we are pleased with having Mr Young Tae Kim, Secretary General of ITF, as a regular guest and speaker in the ITS congress cycle.
Stay tuned for more updates following these key engagements.

PoDIUM Living Labs webinar series: Shaping the Future of Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM)
2025-01-30
The PoDIUM project has launched an exciting series of webinars, focusing on the cutting-edge Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM) use cases and Physical and Digital Infrastructure (PDI) technologies tested in the project’s Living Labs in Germany, Spain, and Italy.
The series kicked off on 27 November 2024 with a deep dive into the Spanish Living Lab, highlighting advancements in emergency vehicle prioritisation, traffic management optimisation, vulnerable user protection, integration with urban traffic systems, and infrastructure support for vehicle perception models.
The second webinar in the series took place on 3 December 2024. Focusing on the German Living Lab, the webinar explored cooperative corridor management using multi-connectivity for improved urban traffic management at complex intersections.
Couldn’t attend the first webinars? Don’t worry – a recap article and presentation materials are available on the PoDIUM website.
The journey continues with a final webinar showcasing the Italian Living Labs and its cutting-edge developments in road safety and emergency management.

Date: Thursday 30 January 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CET
Agenda and registration here

Don’t miss the opportunity to see how PoDIUM is driving the future of CCAM! Visit the PoDIUM website for more details.

Innovative Projects take center stage at the RTR Conference 2025
2025-02-11 - 2025-02-13
ERTICO – ITS Europe is excited to join the 8th edition of the RTR Conference, a flagship event showcasing the impact of EU-funded research in transport. This event aligns closely with the joint commitment to advancing innovation in intelligent transport in Europe, a core pillar of the ERTICO mission.
Alongside CEO Joost Vantomme, and Director of Innovation & Strategy, Vladimir Vorotovic, the ERTICO team of experts will attend the conference to meet, listen to and discuss the achievements of the Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe projects. Offering insights into results, impacts, and future directions in key areas such as Green Vehicles, Urban Mobility, Logistics, ITS, Safety, and Automated Road Transport, the RTR Conference will deliver a holistic view of how European research is moving forward by bringing benefits to the environment, economy, and European society overall. Over three days, 23 sessions and over 90 invited projects will be presenting the results of their cutting-edge research, including projects with ERTICO’s active contribution or support.
Coordinated by ERTICO partner ICCS, the eCharge4Drivers, which concluded in November last year, will showcase its key achievements and user-friendly solutions and service towards making Electric Vehicle (EV) charging more convenient for users. These outcomes will be presented by Dr. Vasilis Sourlas, Head of ITS and CCAM at ICCS, during parallel session 3 ‘EV charging – advanced solutions benefiting both the user and the grid’ on the first day.
Kicking off the second day of the conference, the IN2CCAM project will be showcased by its coordinator, Maria Pia Fanti, from Politecnico di Bari (POLIBA). The presentation will take place during parallel session 7, titled ‘Integration and Large-Scale Demonstration of CCAM Solutions’. Maria will highlight key outcomes achieved by the project so far and encourage further collaboration with other CCAM initiatives.
As part of the 2Zero partnership, attendees can explore the LeMesurier project in the exhibition area. This initiative evaluates the partnership’s progress toward achieving zero-emissions road transport by analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) outlined in the Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA) through a comprehensive assessment of 2Zero projects.
During the last day of the conference, the SUM project will be part of the ‘New mobility services in cities.’ parallel session in the morning. Ms. Giulia Petrarulo, the SUM project coordinator, will present the current status and future vision of the project.

The event is organised by the European Road Transport Research Advisory Council (ERTRAC), the European Green Vehicles Initiative Association for the 2Zero partnership (EGVIAfor2Zero), the Cooperative, Connected and Automated Mobility Association (CCAM Association), the Batteries European Partnership Association (BEPA) and the European Commission.

SINFONICA Workshop on user-friendly public and shared transport using CCAM
2025-02-14 09:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Brussels) | ERTICO – ITS Europe, Av. Louise, Brussels, Belgium
Hosted by ERTICO, the SINFONICA project is organising a special workshop on 14 February 2025 to explore how Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM) can support user-friendly and inclusive public and shared transport. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of policy and project recommendations and to test and evaluate the SINFONICA Knowledge Map Explorer, an innovative tool providing guidelines on inclusive and accessible mobility, which will be launched later this year.
Lasting a half day (morning), this workshop is open to a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers at local, regional, national, and European levels, public and shared transport operators, civil society organisations focusing on inclusivity, equity, and accessibility, researchers, academia, and representatives of other CCAM-related initiatives, including EU-funded CCAM Partnership projects.
Details of the workshop:

Friday 14 February 2025
09:00 – 13:00 (followed by lunch)
ERTICO Office (Avenue Louise 523, 1050 Brussels, Belgium)

This in-person workshop will be held in English and is open to a European audience. It will take place the day after the RTR Conference (Results from Road Transport Research). It is free to attend but registration is required.
Register now for the workshop here by Friday 7 February. The agenda is accessible here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of inclusive and accessible mobility!

Moving Beyond Manels: Addressing Gender Inequality in the ITS Industry
2025-03-11 18:30 - 20:30 (Europe/Brussels) | The Nine, Rue Archimède 69, Brussels, 1000, Belgium
Following International Women’s Day on 8th March, ERTICO – ITS Europe is organising an exclusive panel discussion ‘Moving Beyond Manels: Addressing Gender Inequality in the ITS Industry‘ on Tuesday 11th March from 18:30 – 20:30 at The Nine in Brussels. This event will raise awareness of gender imbalance in the transport and mobility sectors, explore challenges and opportunities, and highlight actionable solutions. A networking reception will follow.
As part of our commitment to fostering diversity, ERTICO is actively working to address the lack of female representation and visibility at ITS Congresses and across the industry. This event is a key milestone in driving change, bringing together female professionals and industry leaders to share insights and expertise.
Seats are limited to>50 attendees: Register here to secure your place.

Take this opportunity to continue the conversation at the 16th ITS European Congress in Seville, 19-21 May. The full programme and registrations will be opening soon.
