MOBILITY CURRENTLY
Decisiveness: cooperation and financing essential for future transport
The Mobility Alliance, the VNG and the IPO urgently appeal to the intended coalition to make mobility an inseparable part of new policy. In the current political climate, with a new cabinet on the way, the pressure for substantial and…
KNV: Mobility innovators join forces for a green future
KNV Connected Mobility offers a unique platform where companies from all segments of the mobility sector can collaborate. The mobility sector in the Netherlands is undergoing a significant transformation with the aim of transitioning to a greener, more efficient and more demand-driven mobility structure. This change is…
Self-driving cars: a revolution with an expensive price tag
The future of self-driving cars will be shaped not only by technological advances, but also by how we as a society address and solve these questions. Self-driving cars have been in the spotlight for years as the technological breakthrough that will shape the future...
Green light for shared steps: Antwerp invites providers
Prospective operators can apply for this by submitting a permit application. Antwerp is committed to sustainable mobility with the introduction of a new shared scooter offering. The city has opened the market to potential suppliers of electric scooter sharing, in an effort to...
Future vision: how KNV meets the challenges of tomorrow
The pursuit of a future-proof healthcare transport and taxi sector is more than an ambition. It is a necessity for Dutch society. To realize this vision, the Royal Dutch Transport (KNV) emphasizes three crucial key points. These guiding principles are not only…
Whim: Despite the bankruptcy of MaaS Global, the future of MaaS does not seem bleak
The bankruptcy of MaaS Global, known for the mobility app Whim, is a crucial turn for the mobility sector. The Finnish company Maas Global, known for the Whim app, has filed for bankruptcy, as reported by the bankruptcy register managed by the Finnish Legal Center…
Gaiyo and GO Sharing join forces for greener cities
With this addition, users now have even more choice than ever before. At a time when cities around the world are addressing the challenges of mobility and sustainability, Gaiyo is leading the way with innovative solutions. A striking example…
Students are taking mobility in a new direction with equality at the forefront
With young people at the helm, we get a fresh look at inclusive mobility. As diversity and inclusion receive increasing attention, the issue of gender differences in the mobility sector remains an important topic of discussion. The celebration of International Women's Day 2024 offered…
Rush hour transport breaks records and public transport beats the car in urban race
“Public transport is more important than you think.” In today's society, where sustainability and efficiency are increasingly high on the agenda, public transport plays a crucial role in the mobility of cities. Nico van Paridon, strategist for new mobility and innovation,…
Babboe must stop selling its cargo bikes
According to the NVWA, Babboe failed to adequately investigate the causes of these defects and the company failed to take the necessary measures to prevent further incidents. RTL Nieuws recently published a study about the structural…
Will you be the king's new coachman?
Do you enjoy training and caring for horses? Then read on! In a unique look behind the royal scenes, the Royal Household Service offers a special career opportunity for horse lovers. We are looking for an enthusiastic…
If you don't have a BOB, use the extra buses and trains during carnival
Everyone knows that alcohol and traffic don't go together. Traveling festively? You can get there during the carnival days, but first check out the local adjustments. The carnival weekend is just around the corner, and like every year, this festive event brings some important changes…
Taxi drivers will soon be able to speak Dutch fluently now that the deadline has been postponed
In the past week it was announced that Frank Oostdam is packing his suitcases, while the railways are putting early bookers on the right track. Under the leadership of Minister Lydia Peeters, a decision was made that has a direct impact on taxi drivers in Flanders. The…
Chairman Bertho Eckhardt emphasizes the importance of 'connected' mobility
KNV Connected Mobility plays a crucial role in the transition to a future of mobility that is both sustainable and technologically advanced, while also taking into account the needs and expectations of the modern traveler. The annual New Year's reception of the…
Councilor van der Horst speaks at KNV meeting about urban mobility
Councilor Melanie van der Horst's speech at the KNV meeting provided a glimpse of the complexity and direction Amsterdam is taking. The annual meeting of the Royal Dutch Carriers (KNV) in The Hague, a moment…
State Secretary Heijnen highlights obstacles in sustainable mobility
The Netherlands is committed to sustainable mobility with a focus on electric driving, but State Secretary Vivianne Heijnen underlines challenges. In the plenary debate, State Secretary for Infrastructure and Water Management, Vivianne Heijnen, spoke about the crucial role of the mobility sector in the fight against climate change.…
FNV supports the proposal to reform regional transport
The trade union FNV emphasizes that the current public transport system in the Netherlands is plagued by an incessant drive for efficiency and cost savings. Trade union FNV has expressed its support for an initiative bill from PvdA/GroenLinks, which aims to give provinces the opportunity...
Revolutionizing public transportation and Hoppin changes the game
According to Flemish Minister of Mobility, Lydia Peeters, and Ann Schoubs, director general of De Lijn, 89% of the network has now been adapted to the principles of this new vision. The Flemish transport company De Lijn has recently implemented a change in its network,…
Coalition advocates smarter mobility and accessible Netherlands
Important destinations such as schools, hospitals, work and supermarkets are increasingly difficult to reach by public transport, bicycle or on foot. At a time when the Netherlands is confronted with increasing challenges in mobility and accessibility, a striking coalition of civil society organizations…
CES 2024 outlines the way forward for urban transportation
The exhibition floor was filled with the latest developments in the field of autonomous vehicles. A breeding ground for the latest technological innovations, the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has put the future of mobility in the spotlight this year. From AI-powered…
Scooter pioneer Bird starts voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings
This move is part of a comprehensive restructuring plan, supported by the company's first and second tier lenders. Just five years after Bird, the pioneer of electric scooter sharing, achieved the prestigious status of 'unicorn' with a rating of…
Nicolas Lopez Appelgren appointed as CEO of Lynk & Co in Europe
He played an important role in expanding Volvo's market position in Europe and North and South America. Lynk & Co, the global premium mobility brand, announces that Alain Visser has agreed to step down as CEO of Lynk & Co…
The Netherlands has too few experts in last-mile logistics
We receive mobility advice that no longer fits in with society. This is stated by Karin van den Berg-Hulshoff, Business Owner of LMe Solutions. According to her, this is due to the homogeneity of the automotive industry, which for too long has focused on big brands...
The Ghent Winter Festivities take a new step in sustainability
The organization, the City of Ghent and De Lijn do everything they can to keep the accessibility of the Ghent winter festivals as optimal as possible. Ghent welcomes everyone to the annual Winter Festivities, with a strong emphasis on sustainability this time. The organisation…
No extra late trains for Madonna's concertgoers
Madonna's performance in the Ziggo Dome caused some unrest among concertgoers. Concert organizer Mojo warned visitors in advance about a possible late end time for the show. This was because Madonna herself decides what time she enters the stage. This is how it started…
Scootmobiel looks for a step and Uslu from the courtyard to Corendon
The article “Taxi policy and VVR code often clashes with reality” highlights the challenges in taxi transport for people with a physical disability, in particular those dependent on mobility scooters. The problems surrounding taxi transport of people with a physical...
Deutschlandticket crisis: call for urgent action
The first rate adjustments could be implemented as early as 2024. The future of the Deutschlandticket, a symbol of mobility in Germany, hangs in the balance. Martin Klein, the General Manager of the District Council of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), is sounding the alarm and…
More attention to how taxi regulations can limit mobility
With approximately half a million mobility scooters in the Netherlands and a growing aging population, this issue is not only urgent, but also growing. Safety regulations in taxi transport in the Netherlands form an invisible barrier for mobility scooter users. According to current regulations, supported…
The rise of the e-bike: a new trend in Dutch mobility
The growth in popularity of the e-bike also brings new challenges. The Dutch remain avid cyclists, with more than 28% of all trips in the country made by bicycle. This constant commitment to cycling reflects the…
Belgian railway unions stand firm with 48-hour strike
The recent political shift in the Netherlands, with the PVV as the largest party, brings new perspectives in the field of mobility. While Paris struggles with a mobility dilemma for the Olympic Games and Mayor Hidalgo faces criticism over traffic plans, Wondelgem remains in the…
Vroommm, the political cards for our mobility are being shuffled
The Netherlands turns right. We will drive 140 km/h and there will be no cuts in the construction of new roads. This 'monster victory', as various media describe it, marks an important shift in Dutch politics. Now Geert Wilders' PVV…