AET Transport and Mobility Forum

António Lobo

Senior Researcher

University of Porto, Portugal

Biography:
António Lobo is a Senior Researcher at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto, Portugal, and AET Board Member. His research activity develops in two main domains: (i) human factors and technology implications in the transport sector, and (ii) transport economics and operations management.

Rui Velasco

Director of the Studies, Assessment and Foresight Service

Institute for Mobility and Transport (IMT), Portugal

"Integrated ticketing for public transport"
After so many years promoting the idea of multimodal public transport systems, why are the European cities still lagging on the integration of ticketing systems? What are the main obstacles and how can central governments promote an active engagement of transport authorities and system integrators to deliver ticketing friendly solutions to allow passengers a truly seamless public transport experience.

Biography:
Rui Velasco is the Director of the Studies, Assessment and Foresight Service at Institute for Mobility and Transport (IMT), Portugal. He has participated in several European Projects and national initiatives, such as the National Strategy for Climate Change Adaptation, the National System for Public Transport Data, the National Programme to support Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans, the evaluation of the Fare Reduction Support Programme, and the Portuguese ticketing systems interoperability project (1bilhete.pt).

Marta Campos Ferreira

Assistant Professor

University of Porto, Portugal

"Seamless Travel: Payments as a Gateway to Interoperable Mobility"
In an era of increasing urbanization and multimodal transportation, payment systems play a pivotal role in fostering interoperability between transport operators. This presentation explores how user-centred payment solutions can serve as enablers of mobility, reducing barriers and enhancing accessibility for travellers. By addressing the adoption of mobile ticketing and open-loop payment systems, this talk showcases how these innovations streamline access to multimodal transportation networks, paving the way for seamless and inclusive mobility solutions.

Biography:
Marta Campos Ferreira is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto, Portugal. She has an extensive expertise in transportation systems, service design, and human computer interaction.

Fulvio Silvestri

Research Fellow

Politecnico di Milano, Italy

"Mobility as a Service (MaaS) Bundles to improve Public Transport ridership and reduce car use"
Building on advancements of web platforms and smart-apps for integrating travel planning, ticketing, and payment, this presentation delves into the potential of MaaS bundles including public transport and shared mobility services in the attempt to improve first/last-mile access to railway and metro stations, expanding their catchment areas, and making public transport more convenient and attractive. How appealing are these bundles to travellers, notably car users?  What drives individuals’ interest and willingness to pay for MaaS bundles? 

Biography:
Fulvio Silvestri is a postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Politecnico di Milano, Italy, and AET Ambassador. His research focuses on transport planning, with a particular emphasis on travel behaviour modelling and demand forecasting for innovative mobility solutions.

Charles Nichols

Charles Nichols

Marketing Communications Manager

Solent Transport

“Delivering MaaS in a UK context: The challenges and successes”
Solent Transport have delivered the UK’s first and largest multi-city Mobility-as-a-Service platform as part of the Solent Future Transport Zone programme, funded by the UK government. Since 2021, Solent Transport have “learned through doing” to test the concept of MaaS and understand the true impact on how it might support the movement of people and influence their transport decision making processes.

Biography Charles Nichols:
Charles Nichols is the Marketing Communications Manager for Solent Transport and leads the development of their Breeze MaaS platform. He spearheads the Solent FTZ’s strategic approach to marketing, communications and behaviour change. With a particular interest in applying the principles of behavioural economics to deliver growth in awareness and engagement with mobility innovation projects, Charles champions an approach that keeps the customer’s objectives and user experience at the centre of developing projects. Charles has provided advice and guidance to organisations trialling MaaS across the UK, EMEA and APAC regions.

3^rd April 2025
10.00-11.00 GMT / 11.00-12.00 CET

8^th May 2025
10.00-11.00 GMT / 11.00-12.00 CET

5^th June 2025
10.00-11.00 GMT / 11.00-12.00 CET