Under what conditions can automated mobility strengthen public transport rather than compete with it?

Building on the recent position paper of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), this discussion with Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary General of UITP, provides an opportunity to explore the expected benefits, key barriers and scaling factors for automated vehicles integrated into public transport systems.

In its publication, “How Can Public Transport Lead the Next Phase of Automated Mobility?”, UITP puts forward a clear and compelling message: when properly integrated into public transport networks, automated vehicles can improve service quality, extend coverage to more people across larger areas, and make mobility services more inclusive, sustainable and resilient.

UITP also emphasizes that, beyond technological maturity, the success of automated mobility will depend on service quality, accessibility for underserved populations and operational efficiency.

A valuable discussion for anyone seeking to build a mobility system that is more sustainable, inclusive and viable over the long term.