Safe And Trustworthy Mobility Ecosystems Explored At The ITS World Congress In Dubai

The 30th Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress and Exhibition in Dubai hosted a session on "Safe, Trustworthy and Resilient Mobility Ecosystems in Changing Times." Young Tae Kim, Secretary General of the International Transport Forum (ITF), France, led the discussion. The focus was on AI's role in maintaining transport safety and resilience, protecting road users, reducing traffic incident impacts, and preparing for natural disasters.

Jim Misener from Qualcomm Technologies emphasised the need for connectivity systems that inform drivers about potential road incidents. Such systems are crucial for safe evacuations and ensuring road user safety. He also highlighted environmental sustainability and the importance of maintaining roads and networks efficiently.

Susanna Zammataro of the International Road Federation (IRF) stressed the importance of comprehensive studies to ensure safe mobility systems. She said, "Ensuring safe mobility systems necessitates extensive studies and surveys, centring on actionable results and how they can be shared with relevant authorities." Cooperation between transport companies and governments is vital for developing skills, flexible policies, and trust in knowledge sharing.

Abdullah Al Marzouqi from Abu Dhabi Mobility discussed cities' rapid growth in attracting investments while tackling environmental challenges. He noted that achieving smart mobility requires sustainable systems that meet safety standards and effectively use AI. This involves turning theoretical concepts into practical applications.

Dr. Markus Oeser from Germany's Federal Highway Research Institute highlighted the shift towards digitalised mobility systems. He pointed out the need for efficiency and support from road users like drivers of various vehicles. Understanding how to manage disruptions in these systems is essential.

Economic Integration with Mobility Systems

Joanna M. Pinkerton of HNTB explained that mobility systems are integral to both the economy and people's lives. She stated, "Mobility systems are closely tied to the economy and people's lives." AI should provide data to help individuals and institutions predict, analyse, and track feedback related to mobility.

Takeru Ito from Japan's Ministry of Economy mentioned their national digital roadmap for road networks. He noted ongoing semiconductor upgrades in transportation to boost vehicle efficiency and reliability.

The discussions at the ITS World Congress underscored AI's critical role in future transport systems. By focusing on safety, sustainability, and integration with urban development, these advancements aim to create resilient mobility ecosystems worldwide.

With inputs from WAM