Public Transport Lab II

The return of the bus: BRTs and BHLS to power mobility network in Catalonia and Barcelona

This webinar will explore the resurgence of buses as a key mode in Europe’s urban mobility, with cities increasingly adopting electric buses and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems. Buses are now viewed as flexible, sustainable, affordable, and socially accepted by decision-makers and users alike.

Josep Mension, Director of Bus Central Services at TMB, will share Barcelona’s experience in transforming its bus network, including its work on the eBRT2030 project. Cristina Pou Fonollà, Head of Public Road Transport for Catalonia, will present the Expres.cat network and plans for new high-speed bus express lines to enhance regional connectivity and sustainability.

• Monday, 18 November, 11:00 – 12:00 CEST
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Preparing public transport for the age of automation

As urban mobility evolves, the integration of Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM) with public transport systems is transforming the way cities approach transit. This webinar explores how automation and connectivity can enhance the efficiency, reliability, and inclusivity of public transport.

Hear from POLIS Members EMT Madrid, Dresden, and more as they provide insights into the technical advancements and practical applications of CCAM technologies. Discover how projects like SHOW, AUGMENTED CCAM, and Mobilities for EU are pioneering innovations that improve operational performance and address technical challenges, such as system integration and data management.  

• December, Date and time TBD

Level up Public Transport for healthier & more sustainable cities in Europe with UPPER tools and resources

The UPPER project (Unleashing the potential of public transport in Europe) supports 10 cities in Europe to implement 80 measures focused on urban space redistribution, traffic management, PT stops and facilities, multimodal digital and physical integration, user incentives and perception of PT services. The project aims to spearhead a public transport revolution that will strengthen its role as the cornerstone of sustainable mobility and innovation in cities, ultimately leading the transition towards a future of zero-emission mobility.

In this PT Lab webinar, an overview of the measures included in the project will be shared, as well as the support provided to ensure their implementation and impacts beyond the project lifetime. Budapest and Leuven will then talk about their experiences in the preparation and set up of specific measures focused on assessing PT prioritising tools and implementing a new bus system with bus corridors. POLIS will conclude on the project’s legacy for future and wider public transport revolution in Europe.

• Thursday, 16 January, 10:30-12:00 CEST
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Integration of Public Transport and Shared Mobility: SUM’s Living Labs Interventions

Integrated Planning and Operations of New/Shared Mobility with Public Transport with a focus on operations coordination, ticketing integration, and infrastructure integrations.

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• February, Date and time TBD

Importance of public transport for young and older people

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• February, Date and time TBD