Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of Transport Working Group.
Transport
The Working Group promotes cooperation and facilitates dialogue between regions in the field of transport, mobility and logistics as well as with the EU institutions to raise awareness of the regional and local dimensions of the thematic areas. The group fosters discussion on new developments in EU policy and facilitates project development and participation in European projects.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Cities Mission – focus on sustainable urban mobility
The meeting organised by the Transport and the Smart Cities WGs will focus on the proposed mobility strategies in the Climate Cities Contracts and the measures needed to reduce emissions.
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Policy & Smart Specialisation WGs meeting: Widening in FP10 and impact on cohesion policy post-2027
The topic of widening gathers high attention in the discussions around the next European Framework Programme for R&I, raising questions with the potential to influence not only the Widening sub-
Policy WG meeting: Role of EU Missions in FP10
ERRIN has been closely involved in the design and implementation of the EU Missions since their inception. Missions remain one of the network's priorities and were one of the four main areas of focus
Cities Mission: Experiences and lessons learned from the Climate City Contract process
As a follow-up to the Smart Cities Working Group meeting organised in 2023, the Working Group is inviting two cities that have successfully developed their Climate City Contracts to share their
WG Related Events
Forum Rhine-Meuse "Mobility in Europe: Which solutions to a sustainable and borderless transport?"
Co-organised by Grand Est-Europe and the Representation of the State of Baden-Württemberg to the EU, the Rhine-Meuse Forum 2023: "Mobility in Europe: Which solutions for sustainable and borderless transport" is taking place on 12 April.
RECIPROCITY Study visit: Mobility Mission in Linz (Austria)
The third RECIPROCITY Mobility Mission will be in Linz, from 28-31 March. Travel vouchers are available to join the event.
Hydrogen: The missing piece of the puzzle for climate neutrality
The goal of this in-person event is to discuss the role of clean hydrogen in the EU energy system, the EU initiatives to support the hydrogen research and market and present different activities in the hydrogen domain of each respective country.
Launch of the OECD Science, Technology and Innovation Outlook 2023
The OECD Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Outlook is a biennial publication that aims to inform policymakers and analysts on recent and future changes in global STI patterns and their potential implications on and for national and international STI policies. It will take place on 16 March from 14:30-17:00 at Conference Centre Albert Borschette, with online streaming also available.
Cities Forum 2023
The 5th edition of the Cities Forum will take place in Torino from 16-17 March 2023. It will consider current urban challenges, with a focus on green transition in cities and social inclusion.
RECIPROCITY event - Accelerating the Innovation Uptake for Sustainable Transport
The Task Force on Accelerating the Innovation Uptake for Sustainable Transport is organising an online event to present and discuss the ‘Call for Actions to support uptakes of Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe projects’ outcomes’. This one-hour webinar will take place on Wednesday 15 March 11:00-12:00 (CET).
WG Documents
RECIPROCITY Policy Paper on Drones
Through this position paper, RECIPROCITY presents a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at aiding local and regional authorities and European institutions in supporting the use of drones for passengers and goods transportation at local level.
ERRIN Year in review 2022
The ERRIN Year in review 2022 is out! Read the report to see the numerous activities ERRIN and its members have been involved in throughout the year.
ERRIN Transport WG opinion on new European Freight and Logistic Roadmap
This opinion paper produced by ERRIN's Transport WG presents the actions implemented by public and private actors involved in the return of logistics to planning policies, particularly in the field of urban logistics and freight.
ETMA, POLIS & UITP Statement on future EU legislation on integrated ticketing/MaaS/ ITS directive revision
EMTA, POLIS and UITP have produced a joint statement expressing their views and expectations regarding a future legislative initiative on integrated ticketing in the framework of the revision of the ITS Directive.
ERRIN opinion on the revision of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Guidelines
Adoption of the ERRIN opinion on the revision of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Guidelines.
WG Related Content
Express your interest in the EU Missions and New European Bauhaus Calls 2024
The European Commission has launched new calls for proposals to support research and innovation for its five EU Missions and the New European Bauhaus (NEB). ERRIN encourages all members and their stakeholders to express interest in the EU Missions and NEB calls through the ERRIN Project Development Tool (PDT).
Feedback opportunity for Horizon Europe work programme 2025
The European Commission opened an opportunity to provide input for the development of the Horizon Europe ‘main’ work programme 2025. Submitted responses will contribute to the co-design of the work programme 2025, covering all six clusters, research infrastructures, European innovation ecosystems, the five EU Missions and the New European Bauhaus facility. The deadline for feedback is 6 May 2024 midday, CEST.
Mobility Transition Pathway: Open call for Stakeholders' Pledges to drive green and digital transition
The European Commission has opened an online call, inviting stakeholders from various sectors to submit pledges aligned with the Mobility Transition Pathway. This inclusive approach welcomes participation from individual companies, business associations, social partners, NGOs, and local authorities.
DG RTD survey on R&I challenges and priorities in the areas of clean energy and mobility
DG RTD is currently conducting a survey to gather input from relevant stakeholders on the long-term challenges and priorities for Research and Innovation (R&I) in the areas of clean energy and mobility. The survey is accessible until 21 April 2024
The Cities Mission Platform extends its support to all European cities
The Cities Mission Platform, supporting the work of the 112 Mission Cities towards climate neutrality, is now extending part of its support to any European city aiming to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 at the latest. Through this programme, cities across Europe will be able to learn from the approaches implemented by Mission Cities, engage in online and in-person city-to-city exchanges at the EU and national level, and gain access to the online Mission Portal and its resources. To better tailor the programme to the needs of cities, the platform has developed a needs-assessment survey that…
JRC report on research and innovation on drones in Europe
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) has recently published a report on the latest research and innovation related to drones in Europe. The report highlights various projects in the drone industry, including drone technologies, U-space management (traffic management), urban air mobility, and drone logistics.
Latest Updates
- By Ewa Chomicz
ERRIN autumn perspectives: R&I policy outlook
The first half of 2022 offered several key policy developments. To kick off the autumn, we propose a short outlook of what will keep ERRIN busy when it comes to the R&I policy perspective.
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
Apply to travel to Helsinki with the RECIPROCITY project and join the Mobility Mission on Safe, Connected & Autonomous Mobility
Join RECIPROCITY's second Mobility Mission in Helsinki to discuss innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, meet your peers from the mobility sector to exchange ideas, visit inspiring pilot sites, and learn about exciting mobility projects. Find out more on the draft agenda, the registration link and the rules to apply for a travel voucher to cover a part or an integrality of their travel and accommodation expenses.
- By Ewa Chomicz
ERRIN input to call for evidence for Horizon Europe interim evaluation
ERRIN has submitted its messages in response to the European Commission's call for evidence for the Horizon Europe programme interim evaluation.
- By Francesca Pozzebon
CALL for selection of partners for thematic partnerships – Urban Agenda for the EU
Cities, Member States, Partner States, Regions, city consortiums, national city umbrella organisations, and other stakeholders which are interested in joining one or both of the two new Thematic Partnerships on Greening Cities and Sustainable Tourism can show their interest by submitting their application(s) by 16 September 2022 at 18:00 (CET).
- By Eva Damm
Cooperation Platform: Projects4GreenEnergy - Call for Speakers
8 - 9 November 2022 - online: European energy research as part of HORIZON EUROPE • You plan to apply in the 9th EU research framework program HORIZON EUROPE • You are looking for a suitable partner or consortium and • You like to present yourself and your project idea/project partner search to a broad, international audience? Then take the opportunity and register as a participant or speaker.
- By Teresa Vio
ERRIN is looking for a Communications Assistant (traineeship)
ERRIN is looking for a new trainee! The Communications Assistant will have the opportunity to participate in the daily work of the organisation by carrying out communications and member related tasks, as well as supporting daily office activities. The deadline to apply is 10 August.