MOSCOW URBAN FORUM — is the largest international congress on the development challenges of global megacities. The Forum has been held annually since 2011.
Urban mobility is one of the fastest growing industries. Today, many cities suffer from traffic congestion. As cities grow, so do the needs and expectations of their residents: oftentimes, the development of transport networks and infrastructure fails to keep pace with the increasing number of vehicles. Smart Mobility as a Service (Smart MaaS) can help develop a more efficient and clean transport system.
Smart MaaS is a high-tech approach to planning trips using different types of public transport that has become a popular trend in Europe. With Smart MaaS apps, cities can maximize the mobility of their residents by offering them multiple mobility options that are fast, safe, sustainable, and personalized as well as facilitate the switch from private vehicles to urban transport to solve the problem of road congestion.
How do megacities implement transport reforms? What organizational and technological bases can ensure a successful integrated launch of a Smart MaaS app?
How will the consolidation of all transport modes within a single service and platform influence the urban environment?
Can a city completely abandon personal cars in favor of public transport? Is there a future for cars in the city?