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At the beginning of June, Hamburg will become the global centre for discussions about the future of public transport. The UITP Global Public Transport Summits, held regularly, are inspiring events that bring together industry representatives from around the world \u2013 transport operators, vehicle and technology manufacturers, academic experts, and policymakers. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before the Summit in Hamburg begins, it is worth taking a closer look at what UITP is, its role in the development of mobility, and why its initiatives matter today more than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Over 140 years of history <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

UITP (Union Internationale des Transports Publics) was founded in 1885 in Brussels. Initially, it was an organization bringing together European tram and urban railway operators. At that time, public transport was largely based on horse-drawn vehicles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years \u2013 as cities grew and new modes of transport emerged \u2013 UITP\u2019s activities expanded to cover the full spectrum of mobility solutions. From buses and trolleybuses to metros and urban rail, and now to modern MaaS (Mobility as a Service) systems, advanced propulsion technologies, and mobile applications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Today, UITP has more than 1,900 members in 100 countries: operators, cities and local authorities, universities and research institutions, vehicle and infrastructure manufacturers. It serves as a global platform for cooperation and knowledge exchange, supports innovation, and contributes to shaping transport policy at the European and international levels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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From local issues to global challenges <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Interestingly, UITP has been asking the same fundamental question for decades: how to move people efficiently, safely, and effectively?<\/strong> The answers have evolved in response to growing challenges \u2013 urbanization, climate change, the need for inclusivity, and digital transformation. Collective mobility today is not just about technology \u2013 it’s a tool of climate, urban, and social policy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UITP \u2013 with over 140 years of experience \u2013 provides a platform that brings together all these perspectives and helps turn concepts into concrete actions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

UITP\u2019s activities now go far beyond organizing congresses. The organization also conducts research, issues recommendations, and supports the implementation of innovative solutions both locally and globally. It shares knowledge through conferences, workshops, training, and publications. It builds a network of cooperation between cities, operators, and companies working together toward modern, low-emission public transport. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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UITP\u2019s response to the pandemic <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

During the COVID-19 pandemic, UITP played a crucial role as a source of reliable information, best practices, and support for public transport operators worldwide. In this difficult time, the organization undertook a series of actions: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        In the spotlight: zero emissions, data, and accessibility <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

        In recent years, one of the leading trends in transport has been zero-emission \u2013 understood not just as the choice of vehicles, but as a holistic approach to charging infrastructure, energy management, and product life cycle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Digitalization is also becoming increasingly important \u2013 supporting planning, operational decisions, and service quality. Equally relevant is the topic of inclusivity \u2013 designing transport that is accessible to everyone, regardless of age, ability, or life circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        UITP \u2013 a space for dialogue and joint action <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

        In a world that needs cleaner, faster, and more integrated mobility, UITP creates the essential space for collective action. The next opportunity to join this global conversation will come in June \u2013 at the UITP Global Public Transport Summit in Hamburg. <\/p>\n\n\n

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