Making Waves: Pushing the Boat out on Waterborne Mobility
Historically for many cities, their growth and economic exchanges were built on and around inland and coastal waterways. These same waterways could now be key to solving contemporary mobility challenges. However, operational costs, lack of infrastructure, and environmental concerns remain barriers to the development of this alternative to road and rail. This session will explore […]
Venture Capital Crunch: a Crisis for Mobility Start-ups?
Access to capital is crucial for start-up growth and a key driver of a sustainable innovation ecosystem. Join this discussion on the current investment environment, its implications on the strategic priorities of public and private investors, and the consequences for start-ups. How can innovators get their ideas funded and what solutions are there for start-ups […]
Powering the Electric Mobility Transition – Thematic roundtable
Despite policies and industrial priorities heavily pushing for the electrification of transportation, challenges related to design, lifecycle, and sourcing of critical metals are threatening to prevent the realisation of 2030 objectives. This session will discuss the various requirements to accelerate the uptake of vehicles with smaller, more efficient batteries without compromising range, as we race […]
Powering the Electric Mobility Transition – Solution talks
Despite policies and industrial priorities heavily pushing for the electrification of transportation, challenges related to design, lifecycle, and sourcing of critical metals are threatening to prevent the realisation of 2030 objectives. This session will discuss the various requirements to accelerate the uptake of vehicles with smaller, more efficient batteries without compromising range, as we race […]
AI: the Potential and the Reality in the Mobility Sector
The global competition for leadership on AI is omnipresent. But what fields are AI applications for mobility more advanced? And what are the potential implications for cutting edge innovations? This panel discussion will examine the meaning of trustworthy and responsible AI applications in the mobility sector, including how this can ensured by service providers and […]
How Can We Deliver Sustainable City Logistics
The on-demand economy, bolstered by increasing digitalisation and socioeconomic trends, saw unprecedented growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Same day and local deliveries and take-back policies make this trend look likely to stay. The impacts on congestion, noise and air pollution, and quality of life, require an innovative and holistic approach to vehicle fleets, logistics flows […]
The Road to Zero Emission Mobility
The decarbonisation of transportation is an important part of the race to meet net zero climate targets. With a legal framework supporting the procurement of alternative energy vehicles, such as electric, hydrogen and battery-electric, it is now a race for local authorities to implement supporting infrastructures, with Public Private Partnerships and innovation projects key enablers […]
Why We Should Care About Autonomous Mobility
The future of vehicles is autonomous. However, the question for many, remains… What is the benefit of autonomous mobility? This discussion will shed light on some of the societal, environmental and safety benefits that will ultimately transform our cities and lives. Learn more about where we currently stand when it comes to the supporting infrastructure […]
Risk and Resilience Governance: Sub-national Government Is the Glue
What is a CRO and what do they do? How can resilience be institutionalised at smaller scales scales? How can resilience institutionalisation leverage and build on indigenous knowledge? Through the representation from indigenous communities, cities and territories, this session will showcase experiences first-hand while regional and international organisations will offer a global perspective.
Creating Irresistible Climate-Neutral Cities
Cities have a strategic advantage for improving quality of life. They contribute 70%+ of global CO2 emissions, house 75% of EU residents, and drive economic activity, knowledge, innovation, and technology. Despite facing barriers, cities lead in climate action. This session focuses on overcoming obstacles and establishing a European movement for sustainable urban solutions. It discusses […]