A multimodal approach to sustainable transport in Tomorrow.Mobility

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in collaboration with Factual and i2CAT. With at least 400 mobility data sharing initiatives currently active in Europe, today's mobility data landscape is scattered and requires better interoperability to deliver its full potential and enable seamless multimodality. As mobility is not only a strategic sector but also a vector that connects other economic areas of activity, the relevance and potential of data spaces for mobility is even greater. At a macroeconomic level, the European Commission estimates that the access to real-time information on traffic avoidance and train delays could save up to 730 million euros and 27 million hours, respectively, equivalent to more than €20.74 billion in labour cost savings. The significance of the Mobility Data Space (MDS) framework include:

Optimisation of mobility strategies through enhanced access to high-quality data.Simplification of navigation across various transportation networks, leading to improved services and sales forecasts.Empowerment of citizens through improved mobility options, reduced journey times, and access to reliable traffic information.Enhancements in safety through up-to-date road condition data, facilitating informed decision-making for safer journeys.Business opportunities for data vendors, cost savings through shared resources, and the fostering of joint innovation for enhanced user experiences.

European cities today face the fundamental challenge of empty, single, and low occupancy passenger transport vehicles, a trend that is worsening every year, with more than 560 passenger car and 81 commercial cars per 1000 inhabitants (2022). This escalating trend underscores the necessity for sustainable, accessible, and inclusive transportation solutions, emphasising the importance of tools such as mobility data space and comprehensive multimodality planning.

[1] 779 European cities of more than 50K inhabitants

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