Posted on 4th May, 2012

This international conference on Urban Transport and the Environment has successfully been reconvened annually for the last seventeen years. It has always attracted a wide international spread of delegates and is well established as the premier annual event of its type. It first started in Southampton in 1995; continuing in Barcelona (1996); Acquasparta, Italy (1997); Lisbon (1998); Rhodes (1999); Cambridge, UK (2000); Lemnos, Greece (2001); Seville (2002); Crete (2003); Dresden (2004); the Algarve (2005); WIT campus in the New Forest (2006); Coimbra (2007); Malta (2008); Bologna (2009); Cyprus (2010) and Pisa (2011).

The continuing requirement for better urban transport systems in general and the need for a healthier environment has led to an increased level of research around the world. This is reflected in the proceedings of this well-established meeting which demonstrates the steady growth of research into urban transport systems. The variety of topics covered by the conference are of primary importance for analysing the complex interactions of the urban transport environment and for establishing action strategies for transport and traffic problems.

More information here.



Posted on 4th May, 2012

"Air That We Breathe", The Fifth National Symposium on Air Resource Management in Sri Lanka is a forum to present and discuss the most recent technological, scientific and policy developments associated with air pollution problems in front of an audience of eminent Researchers, Scientists, Policy makers and other Professionals.

This National Symposium on Air Resource Management in Sri Lanka will be organized by Air Resource Management Centre (AirMAC) of Ministry of Environment and Clean Air Sri Lanka.

Objective
Integrate the views of technocrats, scientists and other professionals from a number of state and private institutions in the country, involved in air quality research, development and implementation activities for better tomorrow.



More information here.



Posted on 4th May, 2012

The major European professional exhibition for all key players in public transport and sustainable transport solutions

Transports Publics 2012 will be bringing together urban, interurban and regional transport professionals from across France and Europe: organising authorities, operators, industries, manufacturers, sub-contractors and others.
This not-to-be-missed biennial exhibition gathers key players from rail, bus, coach and alternative transport, as well as from related industries: public works, infrastructure, civil engineering companies, manufacturers of street furniture, parking, payment and ticketing systems, consultants, designers, banking, insurance and energy services, along with other actors including institutions.   

Transports Publics 2012 in figures:



More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

MAKING THE LINK - TRANSPORT CHOICES FOR OUR HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND PROSPERITY

Travel and transport are essential parts of modern life. We depend on transport to travel to work, for shopping and leisure, by car, by bus, by train, by walking and cycling. Human powered mobility can also contribute to our health and well-being through physical activity.

But transport also has harmful effects on the environment and on our health – through congestion, accidents, pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

More than ever, we need to be aware of the crucial connection between transport, health and the environment.  THE PEP – the Transport, Health and Environment Pan-European Programme – makes the link.

For further information please click here.



Posted on 4th May, 2012

Actively supported by the municipality of Frankfurt, traffiQ organises from the 12th -15th of June the 16th edition of the European Conference on Mobility Management (ECOMM) The Congress will take place in the Messe Forum Congress Venue Frankfurt. Workshops, plenary sessions and technical visits will be organised along all conference days. The ECOMM 2012 will offer the opportunity for participants to benefit from a high level of exchanges on the latest developments in Mobility Management in Europe. Mobility management: Mobility Management (MM) is a concept to promote sustainable transport and manage the demand for car use by changing travellers′ attitudes and behaviour. At the core of Mobility Management are ”soft“ measures like information and communication, organising services and coordinating activities of different partners. ”soft“ measures most often enhance the effectiveness of ”hard“ measures within urban transport (e.g., new tram lines, new roads and new bike lanes). Mobility Management measures (in comparison to ”hard“ measures) do not necessarily require large financial investments and may have a high benefit-cost ratio.

More information here.



At the Rio+20 Conference, world leaders, along with thousands of participants from governments, the private sector, NGOs and other groups, will come together to shape how we can reduce poverty, advance social equity and ensure environmental protection on an ever more crowded planet to get to the future we want. The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD) is being organized in pursuance of General Assembly Resolution 64/236 (A/RES/64/236), and will take place in Brazil on 20-22 June 2012 to mark the 20th anniversary of the 1992 United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), in Rio de Janeiro, and the 10th anniversary of the 2002 World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) in Johannesburg. The Rio+20 Conference It is envisaged as a Conference at the highest possible level, including Heads of State and Government or other representatives. The Conference will result in a focused political document.

The Conference will focus on two themes: (a) a green economy in the context of sustainable development poverty eradication; and (b) the institutional framework for sustainable development. 

More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

The Aging, Mobility and Quality of Life (AMQoL) 2012 conference will focus on the particular requirements of elderly people for transport/mobility that gives them access to the various activities and services that maintain their health and well-being and enhance their quality of life.

The conference will bring together experts from the following fields:

• Gerontologists/geriatricians
• Transport researchers, operators and regulators
• Psychologists/behavioural researchers
• Urban planning researchers and policymakers
• Safety researchers
• Mech/Elec engineers from industry and academia (vehicle design; assistive technologies)
• Tourism/leisure researchers/industry
• Occupational therapists
• Medical professionals

More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

Velo-city Global is the world’s premier international cycling planning conference. The four day event offers delegates from around the world a chance to share best practices for creating and sustaining cycling-friendly cities, where bicycles are valued as part of daily transport and recreation.

Since 1980 conferences have been held in cities including Copenhagen, Paris, Dublin, Brussels, Barcelona, Perth, Munich and Montreal. Based on the experience in these cities and with increased global interest in cycling, we expect Velo-city Global 2012 to attract up to 1500 delegates.
The primary goal of the conference is bringing politicians, government officials and city staff, professionals, businesses, academics, and bicycle user representatives to share best practices for encouraging cycling as a means of transport.

Other important aims are to:

• Spread knowledge of quality, positive, evolving information about cycling and transport planning
• Provide valuable publicity for cities that have good cycling provision networks
• Encourage the recognition of cycling as an efficient, healthy, environmentally friendly means of transport and recreation
• Further the integration of cycling planning into transport and land-use planning, and other relevant sectors
• Bring together those actively involved from all relevant fields, so that they can have a profitable exchange of experience and expertise
• Seek involvement from all relevant stakeholders, including environment, health and business

The goal for Velo-city Global 2012 is to highlight Vancouver’s achievements as a cycling ‘starter’ city and bring the European cycling experience, with its fast growth as a mode of transportation to North America, the Pacific Rim countries and globally. The conference will provide a wide range of real-world examples of cycling as form of transportation with the benefits to the environment, personal health and economy.

More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

The 6th World Congress of the global network Cities for Mobility will take place on 1-4 July 2012 in Stuttgart focusing on safe and secure social spaces.  The City of Stuttgart, with the support of renowned international organizations, is doing great efforts to offer participants once again an exciting program. The World Congress is an ideal space for networking and sharing of experiences, in a enjoyable environment. Highlights of this year's event will be the thematic workshops, the contact forum, and for the first time, two training sessions.
 
The draft program will be available soon on their website.

Posted on 3rd May, 2012

CITYNET 25th Anniversary
A celebration will be held in conjunction with the 29th Session of CITYNET Executive Committee to be held in Surabaya, Indonesia from 10-12 July, 2012.
To commemorate the Anniversary, we would like to request each member to plan an activity between July to December 2012 to promote and advocate CITYNET within your city or country. For further details, please refer to the attached Brochure for Celebrations. We welcome any suggestions for activities that you wish to have in 2012. Your plans will also be shared among members and partners and the activity will be reported in our e-News and website. In order to compile all activities, each member is requested to fill in the attached registration form and return it to CITYNET Secretariat.

For further information click here

Posted on 3rd May, 2012

This conference is the 12th in the series that serves as a forum for the international community of researchers, practitioners and vendors on all aspects of public transport planning and operations.
 
CASPT covers significant contributions to the theory and application of systems and methodologies for advancing public transport planning and operations. CASPT encourages not only the generation and presentation of new ideas, but also hopes to instigate productive collaborations between participants from academia, industry, and government.
 
To reflect the expanded scope of this conference series, in 2009 took its new title “Conference on Advanced Systems for Public Transport” from its previous title of “Computer-Aided Scheduling of Public Transport”.
  

More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

The World Urban Forum is the largest and most important United Nations meeting on cities. Thousands of people drawn from the public and private sectors, academia, civil society and the media will meet in Italy in 2012.

Equity, economy and ecology of cities will be the focus of the Forum. Urban job creation, livable cities and quality of life, culture, urban planning, the environment, urban mobility and energy will be the main topics as we reflect on the prosperity of cities.



More information here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

Svayam, an initiative of S.J.Charitable Trust, India is proud to announce that the 13th International Conference on Mobility and Transport for Elderly and Disabled Persons (TRANSED 2012) will take place in India from September 17-21, 2012.

The Theme of TRANSED 2012
“Seamless access for all: Universal Design in Transport system and built infrastructure, a key element in the creation of livable cities.”

Sub Themes

• Role of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD)
• Best Practices and Innovations
• Accessible Tourism: Conservation, Access to the Historic and Natural Heritage
• Environmental Impact, Sustainability, and Accessibility of Integrated Multi-modal Systems
• Accessible Public Transport (Bus Rapid Transit, Metro, Para-transit systems etc.)
• Highway Design and Safety
• Pedestrian Mobility & Safety for Livable Communities
• Rural Access and Mobility
• Implementation, monitoring and enforcement
• Potential of Technology in Accessibility for All (Information Technology, Accessibility Aids etc.)
• Others

 More information http://www.transed2012.in/Transed%202012/M__1



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

Mexico City 2012: Step into the future! Come and share the experience Sep 30 - Oct 4, 2012

Step into the Future: The 2012 International Conference on Walking and Sustainable Cities
 
Walk21 is pleased to announce the joint XIII International Walking and Liveable Communities Conference and VII International Congress on Sustainable  Transport. This exciting partnership with CTS Mexico, the Centre for Sustainable Transport, will deliver a dynamic conference in Mexico City from September 30 - October 4 2012.

This year's themes are:

• Inclusion:  the city of the future offers an accessible, integrated and inclusive mobility
• Trust: the city of the future can be enjoyed securely, with confidence and certainty
  Well-being: the city of the future allows its people to breathe, move freely, safely and be healthy
  Community: the city of the future has active citizens and is supported by a responsible government

More details of the conference will be available on the CTS Mexico congress website

More information also available here.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

BRT, a sustainable solution for mobility in Africa and the developing world

The African cities face important mobility issues. The explosion of the urban population, the densification of the car traffic and the lack of adequate transport infrastructures are common characteristics of these metropolises.

In these cities, because of the traffic congestion, the displacements of the people become slower and difficult in front of a greater need of mobility. The access to public transport services at a lower cost has become difficult even impossible. In some cities, more than 80% of the trips are assured by traditional means of transport and private cars, sources of pollution and noises.

Today, to ensure a sustainable development of cities and a better accessibility to the activities and urban opportunities to all city-dwellers, it is necessary to limit the use of private cars and to set up effective and attractive systems of mass public transport. This implies coordinated actions between urban planning and transport taking to account the issue of transport modal choice and the required investment. This is the reason why UATP chose for this 2nd Congress, the following main topic: "BRT, a sustainable solution for mobility in Africa and the developing world."

For further information, please click here (english, french)



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

For those involved in transport planning, research and practice, 2012 will prove to be yet another challenge to their skills. Transport plays a key role in regeneration and there will be particular pressure to produce innovative and cost-effective solutions to congestion, safety and travel behaviour change at a time of major budget constraint. ETC 2012 will focus on the needs of all those who are attempting to come up with practical answers based on experience throughout Europe.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2012, the Conference is unique in Europe, attracting around 400 transport practitioners and researchers to an event where they can find in-depth presentations on policy issues, best practice and research findings across a broad spectrum of transport modes.

The Association for European Transport

The Association for European Transport has been responsible for the organisation of the Conference, which has been held annually since 1973. It is the Association’s aim to promote and maintain a pan-European understanding of transport issues along with its members who form a network of transport professionals across Europe.

More information http://abstracts.etcproceedings.org/about.php



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

IENE 2012 conference theme





“Safeguarding ecological functions across transport infrastructure”

European landscapes are among the most fragmented areas in the world. Natural habitats have been lost, transformed and isolated over many centuries, but the pace and extent of landscape change that we face today is unprecedented. Fragmentation caused by expanding transport infrastructure and urban sprawl is a major cause for the loss of biodiversity, and many of its detrimental effects may still take time to manifest fully.

 

There is an urgent need for improvement in infrastructure and urban planning, but there is also hope thanks to recent endeavours in European environmental policy and a growing recognition of landscape and biodiversity values in the world. Defragmentation approaches and first steps towards integrative habitat networks have already been implemented in many countries and at EU level, and a concept of green infrastructure is being developed upon which much of the European natural heritage will depend. Where transport and green infrastructures meet, provisions must be made for securing ecological functions while maintaining traffic safety and efficacy.

IENE invites decision makers, scientists and engineers, practitioners and stakeholders to discuss and develop solutions that help us to safeguard biodiversity and achieve an ecologically sustainable infrastructure.

More information also available here.



Posted on 18th January, 2012

In countries of the Global South, policies advanced at local and national level are often aimed at promoting mobility in the interest of development. But they may also go against global considerations, especially climate change. Furthermore, the rapid growth of cities and towns in the South creates numerous short-term difficulties, the solutions to which have a long-term impact on sustainable urban development. By confronting theory with practice, the conference will identify the policies and measures that can offer solutions for local, national and global levels of application.

The Rio+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development that will be held in June 2012 should confirm the commitments of states to sustainable development. The CODATU XV Conference will echo this by dealing with the contribution of transport and mobility to green growth and better governance of sustainable development.

In addition, the conference aims to present analyses from cities and towns in Africa. Ten years after the CODATU X conference in Lomé (Togo) entitled "Urban mobility for all", participants will be invited to present the advances made and the challenges that have emerged since then, and the outlook for the next decade.

For more information please click here or visit www.codatu.org.



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

Cooperation for urban mobility in the developing world (CODATU) was created in 1980 following a seminal international conference on urban transport in Dakar, Senegal.

CODATU is an international non-profitmaking organization whose aim is to promote international exchanges between the various players in the transport and urban mobility sector: public authorities, companies, and urban transport research institutes and professionals.

The CODATU conferences are therefore intended to promote scientific studies and share concrete experiences that help to implement sustainable urban mobility in cities and towns in developing countries.

Addis Ababa is a fast growing city. The total population is approximately 3.2 million inhabitants and the rate of increase approximately 3.1%. On this basis, it the total population may double in just over two decades. The City Development Plan 2001 – 2010 had forwarded a number of solutions to address the numerous challenges facing Addis Ababa Municipality.

Now the revision of the Master Plan is in progress and two mass transit projects are under studies: a BRT line which will be operated by Anbessa City Bus Enterprise, one of the largest public transport companies in Africa and a LRT system of more than 40 km.



More information will be available here



Posted on 3rd May, 2012

Mobilis 2012 will be held from 13-14 November, 2012 in Mulhouse (Alsace), France.

More information will be available here







Posted on 3rd May, 2012

The Better Air Quality conference will be held in Hong Kong from 5 to 7 December 2012. BAQ 2012 is co-organized by the Clean Air Initiative for Asian Cities (CAI-Asia), Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department, and Hong Kong Polytechnic University. BAQ2012 will be held in parallel with the Motor Vehicle Emissions (MoVE) workshop that is co-organized by Hong Kong EPD, Hong Kong PolyU and the Ministry of Environmental Protection. 

The Better Air Quality conference is the flagship event of the Clean Air Initiative for Asian Cities. This biennial event brings policymakers and stakeholders together to network, learn and share experiences on air quality management. Past BAQs have proven to influence policies, initiate new projects and establish partnerships.

For more information please visit here .