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UITP is the international network for public transport authorities and operators, policy decision-makers, scientific institutes and the public transport supply and service industry. It is a platform for worldwide cooperation, business development and the sharing of know-how between its 3,400 members from 92 countries. UITP is the global advocate of public transport and sustainable mobility, and the promoter of innovations in the sector.
UITP, CER, UNIFE, UIP and EPTTOLA wish to confirm their strong support for the Technical Pillar of the Fourth Railway Package and stress the importance and urgency of reaching an agreement between the European Council and the European Parliament.
5-Jun-2013
60th UITP World Congress and Mobility & City Transport Exhibition highlights the worldwide movement for more and better public transport
31-May-2013
The Major Metropolises Group members (MMG) came together in Geneva, on the occasion of the 60th UITP World Congress, Tuesday 28th May, for a work session, in the presence of Alain Flausch, Secretary General of UITP (International Association of Public Transport). The members of the MMG are calling on national governments and the European Institutions for increased support for the urban public transport sector, which can play a key role against the ongoing European economic crisis. Read the press release
28-May-2013
Grow with Public Transport International Awards: innovative solutions for more and better public transport
UITP has revealed the winners of the Grow with Public Transport International Awards at the Opening Ceremony of the 60th UITP World Congress & Exhibition in Geneva. More than 240 applications from over 40 countries were submitted for the 2013 edition. This year’s edition rewards public transport stakeholders who have demonstrated outstanding innovation in supporting the growth of public transport. Read the press release
27-May-2013
UITP is launching a worldwide campaign which will take place during European Mobility Week from 16 to 22 September 2013. Together, let's take action with the 'Grow with public transport' campaign. Find out more on our dedicated website
Large numbers attend 60th UITP World Congress and Exhibition!
2097 participants from 78 countries
25,867 visitors across the 30,000m2 of exhibition space
326 exhibitors
Visit the event's website for photos, press releases and congress reports
Fourth Railway Package Seminar : The Proposed Modifications of Regulation (EC) 1370/2007 - Priorities from the Perspective of Regional, Suburban and Urban Passenger Transport
25 June 2013, Brussels, Belgium
90th Metro Assembly
4-7 September 2013, London, United Kingdom
4th UITP Automated Metro Seminar
6-7 September 2013, London, United Kingdom
LTA-UITP Singapore International Transport Congress and Exhibition 2013
7-9 October 2013, Singapore
“It is a real privilege to take up the presidency of UITP’s worldwide community of public transport professionals. TfL is at the cutting edge of transportation and a leader in innovation of world transport. The UITP is vital in sharing knowledge and expertise with world cities and we will be working together to make the case globally that investment in transport delivers growth and jobs.”
Sir Peter Hendy CBE, Commissioner of Transport for London (TfL) was elected President of UITP at the General Assembly in Geneva on 26 May. Read the press release
Rail: on the right track to growth!
The second PTI issue of 2013 is now available in print and PDF versions! This issue is dedicated to rail and its increasing importance in defining the places where we live. Read the magazine to witness the success of rail lines in helping cities and suburbs to grow in a sustainable way. A selection of articles is available here for free download.
As a UITP member, you can read the full version of the PTI in the Members Only section. Have a great read!
Recruiting and retaining staff: one of the biggest challenges facing public transport companies worldwide!
This second report from UITP’s Observatory of Employment in Public Transport provides some of the preliminary results of a survey on the attractiveness of driving jobs. The study aims at identifying and analysing good managerial practices that make a company likely to be attractive to employees. Read the full report here
UITP Grow with Public Transport campaign: all together for public transport growth
The Grow with Public Transport campaign is an initiative of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP). It targets policy makers worldwide and aims to raise their awareness of the urgent need for more and better public transport, highlighting the benefits of sustainable mobility. More and better public transport will help boost green and inclusive growth, enhance competitiveness, and create green jobs. It will also play a major role in protecting the environment and creating liveable cities. Now is the time for policy-makers to take action by establishing a supportive policy framework for urban mobility, developing sustainable transport modes and supporting investment in public transport. Public transport stakeholders are also taking action to help boost their own business. UITP is launching a worldwide campaign which will take place during European Mobility Week from 16 to 22 September 2013. Find out more and join the movement!