Live Talk on: Homologation and Legal Requirements for Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs)
2025-04-29 10:00 - 23:00 (Europe/Brussels) | Online
The FAME Live Talk series continues with an essential discussion on Homologation and Legal Requirements for Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs). This session will delve into the current regulatory landscape, the challenges of cross-border testing, and the steps needed for a harmonized European framework.
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Key Discussion Point:
FAME has been actively working on Recommendations for an EU Harmonized Permit Framework for Testing CAVs on Public Roads. This session will explore how these recommendations can support large-scale CCAM demonstrations and accelerate deployment across Europe.
This engaging webinar will feature insights from:

Maria Cristina Galassi – Policy Officer – DG GROW, European Commission
Christian Merkt – Director EU Governmental Affairs Digitalization and Automated Driving – BMW

and will be moderated by:

Carlos Luján – Head of Homologation, Connected & Automated Vehicles, IDIADA

Webinar EU-CEM Handbook for CCAM – European Common Evaluation Methodology
2025-05-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
The EC-funded FAME (Framework for coordination of Automated Mobility in Europe) Action supports the commitment of the European Commission and the CCAM Partnership to provide a long-term coordination framework for R&I and large-scale testing and evaluation activities in Europe.
As part of this European framework for testing on public roads, FAME has developed the European Common Evaluation Methodology for Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility – EU-CEM Handbook for CCAM, providing guidance for how to lay the foundation for a successful evaluation of CCAM, particularly impact assessment. EU-CEM aims to ensure high quality evaluation, which provides reliable input for decision- and policy-making, for both industry and authorities.
The first draft of the EU-CEM handbook was published in May 2024, followed by a summer school and several workshops to get input for finalising the handbook. In addition, over 30 experts provided feedback. The complete version of EU-CEM Handbook for CCAM will be published in May 2025 (available here). Using the EU-CEM will make it easier to compare and complement evaluation results from both European and national projects. It provides a common vocabulary to help projects communicate their approaches and findings to the CCAM community and to society.
This webinar introduces the EU-CEM handbook content, and tells how new learnings can be shared in its future updates. The webinar is of interest to anyone involved in evaluating CCAM systems and services, in existing projects and in proposal writing.
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Agenda

Welcome and agenda – Yvonne Barnard (University of Leeds)

Introduction to FAME – Stephane Dreher (ERTICO, FAME project coordinator)

Introduction to the EU-CEM – Satu Innamaa (VTT)

Guidelines for the project preparation phase – Isabel Wilmink (TNO)

Guidelines for how to set an evaluation plan – Satu Innamaa (VTT)

Evaluation area specific guidelines – Elina Aittoniemi (VTT)

Q&A – Yvonne Barnard (University of Leeds)

Wrap-up and next steps – Yvonne Barnard (University of Leeds)

Webinar: Building Climate-Resilient Inland Waterways
2025-05-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
How can we build climate-resilient inland waterways? What role do technological innovations and digitalization play in improving the sustainability of inland waterway transport? How can these advancements help us address the challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability?
Three projects dedicated to waterways join forces Thursday, 8 May, from 14:00-15:00 online for an insightful webinar exploring these critical questions.
This event will showcase three EU-funded projects—ReNEW, CRISTAL, and PLOTO—which are pioneering solutions to enhance the resilience and sustainability of inland waterways. Funded under a common call for climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable transport infrastructure, these projects are driving innovation, promoting modal shifts in transportation, and reshaping the future of inland navigation.
ERTICO, a member of the PLOTO consortium, is strongly committed to resilient mobility—a commitment clearly reflected in the upcoming ITS European Congress, which focuses on clean, resilient, and connected mobility.
Agenda
14:00h – Welcome and introduction – Andrea Hrzic, Magellan Circle
14:10h – CRISTAL project – Orestis Tsolakis, CERTH, Technical coordinator
14:20h – PLOTO – Prof. Dimitrios Vamvatsikos, NTUA, Technical coordinator
14:30h – ReNEW – George Sarigiannis, Inlecom, Technical Coordinator
14:40h – Q&A
14:55h – Next events: Meet us!
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EUCAD 2025: Advancing Connected and Automated Mobility
2025-05-13 08:00 - 2025-05-15 17:00 | European Commission – Joint Research Centre Via Enrico Fermi, 2749 21027 Ispra (IT)
The 5th European Conference on Connected and Automated Driving (EUCAD) 2025 is scheduled from 13 to 15 May 2025 at the Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Ispra, Italy, EUCAD 2025 and will be hosted by the European Commission, in collaboration with the European Partnership on CCAM and the FAME project. It focuses on practical steps toward implementing cooperative, connected, and automated mobility (CCAM) across Europe.
The conference provides a platform for stakeholders from diverse sectors, including transport, technology, cities, and research, to discuss progress, address challenges, and plan future actions in CCAM.
Exploring Key Topics in CCAM
The conference will include presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions on themes such as:
–Scaling and Implementing CCAM Solutions: Discussions will focus on the readiness of CCAM for real-world applications, including logistics, public transport, and harmonized digital infrastructure.
–Enhancing Safety, Security, and Reliability: Sessions will explore advancements in cybersecurity, scenario-based assessments, and lifecycle safety of automated vehicles.
–CCAM as a Driver of Societal Goals: Presentations will examine how CCAM can support sustainability, reduce energy intensity, and address urban mobility needs, particularly in smaller cities.
–Enabling Collaboration and Data Sharing: The programme includes discussions on federated data sharing, governance frameworks, and insights from cross-sector partnerships such as European 5G projects.
FAME’s Role in Shaping CCAM Testing and Evaluation
ERTICO-ITS Europe is coordinating the FAME project, which is improving coordination and collaboration in CCAM testing across Europe. Key initiatives include:
-Developing a Common Evaluation Methodology (CEM) to assess impacts across different user groups.
-Establishing a CCAM Test Data Space (TDS) to enable secure data sharing for testing and evaluation.
-Strengthening cooperation through a framework that ensures consistency and supports large-scale CCAM trials.
-These tools aim to ensure that CCAM technologies are tested in a reliable and comparable manner, helping to build trust and alignment among stakeholders.
An Opportunity to Engage and Contribute
EUCAD 2025 is expected to bring together over 500 participants, including researchers, public authorities, and industry representatives, to exchange experiences and identify practical ways to advance CCAM.
🔗 Registrations are open until 6 April 2025! Join us in Ispra to contribute to the next steps for connected and automated mobility!

Sustainable Parking Management and Mobility Solutions Summit
2025-05-20 14:00 - 16:30
Parking plays a crucial role in mobility, affecting communities, cities, logistics & transport, service providers and other stakeholders connected to road and traffic circulation at large. Given its standing, the parking sector actively engages with ITS applications and technologies, paying particular attention to their role in developing and deploying a cleaner, more resilient, and more connected mobility – including Automated Valet Parking technologies.
This ‘invitation-only’ summit will bring together key stakeholders and practitioners from the parking sector to assess the current landscape of the field and shape its future developments and actions. The summit addresses both urban parking as well as secure and safe truck parking. Organised by EAVP, ESPORG, EPA, and ERTICO.
Agenda:
14:00 – 14:05
Welcome – Frank Daems, ERTICO
14:05 – 15:05
Part 1: Urban Parking – EPA, RTTI, and MMTIS delegated regulations

Resilience: Reshaping Urban Spaces – Theo Thuis, EPA
Connectivity: Parking Data (APDS-DATEX2, MMTIS) – Jon Harrod Booth, NDW NL
Clean Mobility: Charging and EAVP – Frank Daems, ERTICO
Case Study: Smart Multimodal Hubs – Camille Lubon, Brussels Airport Company
Debate – Moderator: Sara Costas Suárez, ERTICO

15:05 – 15:20
Break
15:20 – 16:20
Part 2: Safe and Secure Truck Parking – ESPORG and SSTP delegated regulations

Resilience: ITS and Societal Goals – Carl Decaluwé, Governor, West Flanders
Connectivity: The ESPORG Platform – Markus Schneider, ESPORG
Clean Mobility: ESPORG EV Charging Objectives – Druselia Betea, ESPORG
Debate – Moderator: Désirée Oen, ESPORG

16:20 – 16:30
Concluding Remarks

For registration, please contact: g.querini@mail.ertico.com

IMAGINE the Citiverse 2025
2025-05-27 08:00 - 2025-05-28 17:00 | Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre, Finland
IMAGINE the Citiverse is a unique event that brings together city representatives, companies, startups, and investors to tackle urban challenges with innovative solutions. It focuses on the digital transformation of cities and how these changes will shape the future of urban living. This is your opportunity to engage with the forefront of urban development and contribute to building smarter, more sustainable cities.
The Citiverse Challenge: Nine Cities. Nine Urban Challenges. Four Key Themes.
Are you developing a solution that can help cities tackle real-world challenges? The Citiverse Challenge is inviting startups, scale-ups, and companies to pitch their innovations at IMAGINE 2025 in Tampere, Finland!
Innovative companies will present their solutions directly to city leaders and an engaged audience, tackling critical urban challenges through fresh, bold ideas.
The Challenge Cities are:
• Aurora, USA
• Genoa, Italy
• Istanbul, Turkey
• Las Rozas, Spain
• London’s Thames Freeport, UK
• Phoenix, USA
• Roterdam, Netherlands
• Tampere, Finland
• Valencia, Spain
Selected innovators will pitch live in Tampere on 27-28 May 2025, showcasing their solutions directly to city leaders, investors, and industry experts.
The City Challenges have four themes:
• Mobility
• Safety and Resilience
• Citizen Engagement, Democracy & Wellbeing
• Sustainability, Environment & Biodiversity
Don’t Miss Out! Be part of the transformation and help shape the future of urban living. Register today and be at the forefront of the digital shift at IMAGINE the Citiverse!
More information available here: https://www.imagine2025.fi/

ZEV-UP webinar on ultracompact BEVs and battery swapping systems for improved urban mobility
2025-05-27 10:00 - 23:30
As coordinator of the ZEV-UP project, ERTICO is pleased to invite you to the project’s first webinar: “Small vehicles, Big impact: Exploring ultracompact BEVs and battery swapping for smarter and efficient urban mobility”, taking place on 27 May 2025 from 10:00 to 11:30 CEST.
The webinar will explore how swappable battery technology can enhance the flexibility and efficiency of small battery electric vehicles (BEVs), helping to meet urban mobility needs while addressing constraints such as limited vehicle size and battery capacity. ZEV-UP is developing a frugal, modular EV prototype to improve EV technology in vehicle design and charging solutions. With perspectives from ZEV-UP partners and external experts, the webinar will present the project’s concept of swappable batteries and will examine future market trends, technological solutions, and regulatory developments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into the role of battery swapping in the future of electromobility!
More information on the agenda is available on the ZEV-UP website.
Register now to take part in the discussion!
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Annual Partnership Forum & 35th General Assembly
2025-06-10 - 2025-06-11
On 10–11 June 2025, ERTICO – ITS Europe will host the first edition of what will become an annual Partnership Forum, held in conjunction with the 35th General Assembly at the Hilton Brussels Grand Place. This event marks a new chapter in our mission to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and align strategic priorities across our multi-sector Partnership.
Designed as a platform for meaningful exchange, our partners will come together to engage directly with the ERTICO leadership and team, as well as representatives from the European Institutions, to explore the new realities in smart mobility and shape the direction of future ERTICO roadmaps.
The agenda will include:

An inspirational keynote and panel discussion with representatives from the European Commission

Updates on the strategic refit of ERTICO and insights into Partnership developments

Interactive breakout sessions and the launch of the Mini Activity Development Days (ADD) 2025

A spotlight on forthcoming Horizon Europe calls, with early perspectives on 2026–27 priorities

The annual Partnership Forum will provide a unique opportunity for all members to co-create activities and contribute to the innovation agenda that will define Europe’s transport future.
Key highlights following the event will be made available.

EvoRoads workshop: Implementing a holistic, data-driven safe system for all road users – requirements and criteria, challenges and best practices
2025-06-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
The EC-funded project EvoRoads (Evolutionary Solutions for Realising a Holistic Safe System Approach for All Road Users) is committed to advancing EU’s Vision Zero initiative by implementing a comprehensive Safety Assessment Framework that integrates innovative models, tools, and services to dynamically monitor the road infrastructure performance as part of the “Safe System” approach. EvoRoads’ methodologies and technologies will be validated in four Living Labs addressing diverse road user scenarios across urban and rural environments.
The main objective of this workshop is to present the first results of the EvoRoads project on requirements for innovative solutions for road safety assessment, defined in co-creation with the Living Labs’ stakeholders, and to gather valuable feedback from related projects, invited to present alongside their approach and progress to date. The workshop will be the opportunity to initiate a clustering of projects working on complementary topics, and to exchange useful insights with these related initiatives.
(Draft) Agenda
13:00 Welcome & agenda presentation
13:05 General introduction EvoRoads project
13:15 Requirements for real-world implementations of road safety assessment solutions – first results from EvoRoads
13:45 Initial feedback and Q&A
13:55 General introduction iDriving project & approach/progress related to requirements/implementation
14:15 Q&A
14:20 Discussion on challenges and best practices from participants
14:55 Wrap-up & next steps
15:00 Workshop closes

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FAME Final Event
2025-06-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Online
After three years of work, the EC-funded FAME project will present their results during several distinct online sessions, which can be followed separately, and in isolation, according to one’s centre of interest.
The main mission of FAME has been to engage CCAM stakeholders and capitalize on shared knowledge, to improve cooperation, consensus building and data sharing for CCAM testing and large-scale demonstration activities in Europe.
FAME approach is based on the integration and further development of existing elements such as stakeholder networks (e.g. CCAM Partnership) and the CAD Knowledge Base, namely to provide a long-term coordination framework for R&I and large-scale testing and evaluation activities in Europe.
FAME European framework for testing on public roads includes a Common Evaluation Methodology, a CCAM Test Data Space, a Taxonomy tool, an ethics framework, and an inventory of current legislation, approval processes and procedures. It is intended to enable comparability, complementarity and upscaling of R&I results for future research, development and testing of CCAM-enabled solutions and services, and facilitate the evaluation of their wider impacts.
Each “building block” will present their detailed results in dedicated sessions (for which you can register separately), after a general overview session, which will also highlight other stand-alone results such as policy briefs or the EUCAD networking events, which FAME co-organised with the European Commission and the CCAM Partnership.
The detailed agenda and separate registration details per session are as follows:
The detailed agenda and separate registration details per session are as follows:
09:00-10:30 General Overview

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Agenda

Introduction about FAME

Main objectives & expected outcomes
Overview of main achievements

Stakeholder engagement & cooperation

Overview CCAM stakeholder ecosystem
Stakeholder events
International cooperation

Policy dialogue & recommendations

Overview European Framework for public roads testing

General overview
Taxonomy
European Common Evaluation Methodology for CCAM (EU-CEM)

11:00-12:00 CAD Knowledge Base

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Presentation of the Knowledge Base, its different content types, demonstrating how to navigate through the different sections and what can be found under each specific one, as well as the further plans for its development and improvement.
14:00-14:45 CCAM Data Sharing Framework & Test Data Space

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This session will present more in details the CCAM Data Sharing Framework and CCAM Test Data Demonstrator.
The CCAM Data Sharing Framework builds on knowledge and best practices of 15+ years of managing data from testing ADAS and CCAM on public roads. The framework cover agreements and legal frameworks, data protection, data and metadata description, as well as administrative procedures and data governance. What is new: federated data sharing is covered as a mean to increase and facilitate data sharing in the CCAM domain.
The CCAM Test Data Space implements the principles of the Data Sharing Framework, into a data space prototype. This session will demonstrate the capabilities of the data space, its functions, and how to ensure trust between the actors. Furthermore, the session will outline the future governance and development of the data space.
15:00-15:45 Recommendations for a European framework for testing on public roads: harmonized legislation & procedures for permit

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The regulatory landscape on testing CCAM on public roads differ between EU member states. This hinder efficient testing schemes and cross-border testing. In the FAME project, an inventory of all EU member states + Norway, Switzerland and the UK was made, underlining the different approaches (by 2023).
This session will cover recommendations for harmonized legislation & procedures for permit. The recommendations include the approval process, monitoring, ethical considerations, and mutual recognition (handling cross-border testing).
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Vehicle Automation Symposium: Getting to SAE Level 4™
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-25
Last year, prompted by industry demand, SAE International embarked on organising a symposium which took place in Frankfurt. Given the positive response following this event, the event will be hosted each year, aiming to address implementation challenges in the realm of SAE L4. ERTICO is pleased to have been invited to attend and contribute to this second edition of their new annual event.
SAE has envisioned this symposium as an opportunity for key individuals to delve into these challenges and collaboratively explore potential solutions. Speakers will have the opportunity to address their issues and solutions facing SAE L4 implementations leading to open discussions and exchange of ideas with other industry professionals, policy makers, engineers etc.
To help the industry advance, this event shares the exchange of practical experiences from leading experts representing OEMs, government agencies and discrete part developers representing both hardware and software perspectives to answer the question – how do we get to mass deployment of L4 vehicles? Real-world applications will be featured in this event including point-to-point (robotaxi) to long-haul commercial vehicles. Take this opportunity to network and problem-solve at an event from the organisation that designed the levels of driving automation.
Topics to be addressed include:

Security and Connectivity
Standards
Legislation and Adoption of L4
Verification and validation
System Architecture
Sensors and Actuators

The maximum capacity of this event is limited, please reserve your spot. Find more information about the event here.
This event will include plenty of networking opportunities during coffee breaks, lunches and dinner.

Global Transport Connectivity Forum 2025
2025-06-27 - 2025-06-29
ERTICO is pleased to announce its participation in the Global Transport Connectivity Forum 2025, taking place from 27–29 June in Istanbul, Türkiye. This high-level event, hosted by the Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure with support from the World Bank, will convene global leaders to address the evolving challenges and opportunities in international transport connectivity.
As a distinguished contributor, ERTICO will present its insights on the latest trends and challenges in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), highlighting innovation in smart mobility and sustainable transport solutions. The interventions, represented by Chariman, Dr Angelos Amditis and CEO Joost Vantomme will reflect the breadth of ERTICO’s activities across sectors and stakeholders, ranging from connected and automated mobility to data sharing, digital infrastructure, and clean transport technologies.
We are also proud to emphasise the strong links between ERTICO and Türkiye: both the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (MoTi) and the Municipality of Istanbul are valued members of the ERTICO Partnership. This connection underscores our shared commitment to smarter, more sustainable urban and regional transport networks – and this will come to life next year at the 17th ITS European Congress which is set to be held in Istanbul from 27–29 April 2026, organised in cooperation with MoTi, IMM, Isbak, and ITS Türkiye. This event will be another milestone in our mission to foster innovation, collaboration, and excellence in the field of ITS.

International Symposium: Navigating the Future of Traffic Management
2025-06-29 - 2025-07-03 | Athens, Greece
Registrations for the International Symposium “Navigating the Future of Traffic Management” is now open.
A a premier event which brings together managers, traffic engineers, practitioners, and researchers from around the globe, the city of Athens from 29 June to 3 July, the symposium will serve as a dynamic platform to explore and discuss innovative practices, proven methods, and how technologies may assist agencies in improving how they actively manage traffic on roads, freeways, motorways, and tollways.

Industry leaders and specialists from around the globe are invited and will lead discussions on the challenges, research needs, innovative approaches, and opportunities to collaborate with other agencies and service providers to improve how they actively manage and control traffic on the surface transportation system. The challenges lying before us show the need to team up with other international platforms worldwide and look beyond traditional traffic management to improve safety, facilitate multimodal mobility, and tackle climate change.

ERTICO will actively participate with expertise and insight into many of the thematic tracks during the event, amongst many:

Dr Angelos Amditis, ERTICO Chairman, Conference Chair, and R&D Director of ICCS who will participate in the first Welcome Session on Tuesday 1 July and the 4th panel on ‘Fostering a Global Dialog and Incentives for Agencies to Share Traffic Management Practices and Research’.
CEO Joost Vantomme will present perspectives of European Data Spaces on Wednesday 2 July in the 3rd panel on ‘Reaching the Destination – Building Blocks Along the Journey’.

Discover the full programme and register here to benefit from the early bird rates until 30 March.

V4SAFETY webinar | Safety Assessment Framework & Evaluation Scope
2025-07-04 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Join the V4SAFETY webinar series – discover how simulation is reshaping road safety evaluation.

We’re excited to launch the V4SAFETY webinar series, where we’ll present the final results of the project through a series of focused sessions. This first webinar introduces the overall safety assessment framework and evaluation scope. Ulrich Sander [Volvo Cars] and Felix Fahrenkrog [BMW Group] will provide an overview of the V4SAFETY framework, elaborate on how to apply it and how to define the evaluation scope properly.

Details & registration
Topic:
Safety Assessment Framework & Evaluation Scope
Date and time:
Friday 04 July | 14:00 – 15:00 CEST | Online
Speakers:
Dr.-Ing. Felix Fahrenkrog | Expert Virtualization of Integrated Safety | BMW Group
Ulrich Sander | Senior Technical Leader – Safety data, analytics & insight | Volvo Cars
Register now to explore the final results of the V4SAFETY project ➔

2025 ITS World Congress in Atlanta
2025-08-24 - 2025-08-28
ERTICO – ITS Europe is working closely with ITS America and ITS Asia-Pacific to co-organise and develop the Congress Programme for the 31st ITS World Congress in Atlanta, Georgia, from 25-28 August 2025. This collaboration underscores the global nature of the event, bringing together leading experts from across regions to shape a dynamic agenda that will explore the latest developments in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS).
Beyond the active scope of coordination between the regions, ERTICO facilitates the participation of European stakeholders who aim to present their innovative solutions during the Congress.
In collaboration with the host of the next EMEA ITS World Congress in Birmingham 2027, ERTICO invites its Partners and European-based mobility innovators to showcase their latest solutions at the joint stand, ‘Europe Pavilion’ in Atlanta. As part of this strategic presence, exhibitors will benefit from high-impact visibility, access to exclusive networking receptions, speaking opportunities, and engagement with global industry leaders and public decision makers. This joint stand also presents a unique platform to foster transatlantic partnerships, promote innovation, and build momentum on the road to Birmingham 2027.
To access the comprehensive Congress Programme, offering diverse and engaging sessions, including high-level plenaries, executive panels, technical presentations, and interactive workshops, please visit the official website here.
