“Directive and new Action Plan for ITS, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity at the heart of our 2026 activities." Interview with Rossella Panero, President of TTS Italia
If 2024 was a year of celebrations for TTS Italia's twenty-fifth anniversary, 2025 will be remembered by the Association as "the year of victories." Three of them, in fact. As such, it was duly celebrated with members during a Christmas toast. Last October, TTS Italia won the Excellence in Transportation Award, organized by the Network of National ITS Associations. And in November, the Smart City Expo in Barcelona saw the Municipality of Turin and 5T, a TTS Italia member, win the prestigious "Top MaaS City Award," organized by the MaaS Alliance, and Roma Capitale win the "Smart City Award" together with the Consulta Roma Smart City, of which TTS Italia is also a member.
It's been an extraordinary year for Rossella Panero, who, in addition to being president of TTS Italia, is also director of 5T. This is where we begin our new year chat to discuss the Association's plans for 2026.
It's truly a source of pride for all of us, for our members who have distinguished themselves internationally, to have won these awards. They demonstrate the significant results we've achieved, not just as an Association but across the entire sector.
It's always important to end the year on a high note; it gives us plenty of energy for the new year ahead. Having raised the bar, what can members expect for 2026?
Two key areas of focus will be our work, particularly in these first few months. The first will be the work supporting the implementation of the European Directive on ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems) and the drafting of the new National Action Plan. As TTS Italia, we have proposed, subject to endorsement by the relevant institutions, to coordinate the national roundtable around which to bring together the expertise of all interested bodies and associations. The previous Action Plan dates back to 2014, and since then, in terms of technological innovation, it feels like a century has passed; the landscape has completely changed.
What does this mean in concrete terms?
First of all, involving the various stakeholders, and there are many who, in various capacities, can be part of the discussion. Starting with the ministries: not only the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport, but also the Ministry of the Environment—which recently allocated €500 million for sustainable mobility in large urban areas—the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy, the Department for Digital Transformation of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, and the Ministry of the Interior. Then there are the decentralized administrations and business, supply, and demand associations.
What will the time horizon of the Plan be? Possible resources?
We're talking about five years, between 2026 and 2030. We also expect, thanks to the diverse and broad participation of many stakeholders, to provide it with the necessary financial resources to make it a viable option. Adequate funding is crucial for the Action Plan to take off. Finally, we believe it's necessary to establish a monitoring system for its implementation to ensure a genuine breakthrough in the use of technology.
And the second focus?
Precisely because of the evolution of the sector, the accelerated development of technologies over the last decade, new opportunities have opened up, including business opportunities. One of these is certainly cybersecurity, with the new NIS2 regulation, which is of fundamental importance for our sector, both public and private. For this reason, we have created a new working group on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, for both freight and passengers. It will be coordinated by our secretariat and Fabio Nussio, a longtime collaborator of TTS Italia, and will develop a Position Paper that we will present at our traditional annual conference, already scheduled for June 10th in Rome.
The other working groups will also continue their work.
Yes, particularly on road safety, the Highway Code, detection systems, such as speed cameras, autonomous and connected driving, and Mobility as a Service: it must be acknowledged that MaaSforItaly has worked, drawing considerable attention to the issue, both nationally and locally.
Any other news?
One I'm particularly interested in is the dialogue we've initiated with Consip, the major national body that manages the Supplier Register for all sectors working for and with the Public Administration. We're working to develop more effective tools for local government procurement processes. Small administrations often struggle with defining tender specifications for the acquisition of the technologies needed for mobility management. We're thinking about simplifying their work by providing national models they can draw on at the local level. This would be a way to ensure both the quality of spending and the interoperability of the solutions adopted. Inappropriate choices at the local level risk compromising the functionality of services. With Consip, we're also analyzing the potential and potential volumes the sector can develop.
Local Government Platform and ITS Days
We will continue to strengthen the Local Government Platform: national projects that actively involve decentralized administrations are best suited to their active participation. The ITS Days in 2025 were a success. Our members loved the format because it allowed them to compare supply and demand for services on specific topics, foster greater exchange between businesses, and foster networking: we have planned four more for 2026.
Other events for members?
The Urban Mobility and Logistics Conference is on February 18th in Bologna, followed by a day on mobility and autonomous driving in Rome in the fall and Next Generation Mobility in Turin in December
International activities are another area that has given you a lot of satisfaction in the year just ended. And in this one?
We will continue to pursue the various European projects that have funded us: they have become a truly significant number and involve many of our members. This is a truly important activity for TTS Italia. As for events, I would highlight the ITS European Congress to be held in Istanbul at the end of April, the ITS World Summit in Singapore in July, the Smart City Expo in Barcelona, which is increasingly becoming a key event, and Intertraffic in Amsterdam.
Well then, good work everyone!
Who is Rossella Panero. A Physics graduate from the University of Turin, she began her professional career in the automotive industry, working on innovation in the first research projects focused on telematics technologies applied to transport (later Intelligent Transport Systems – ITS). In 2001, she began her career in public sector companies, first as R&D Manager at 5T, the first Italian company dedicated to the development and management of ITS for local authorities, and then as Chief Information Officer for Gruppo Torinese Trasporti (GTT). In 2010, she became Director of 5T Srl, further strengthening her managerial and administrative skills. In 2011, due to her experience and expertise, she was selected as President of TTS Italia, the national ITS association with approximately 100 public and private members operating in the smart mobility sector. During her first two terms, the association supported the Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility in implementing the National ITS Plan, in compliance with the European ITS Directive. Now in its fourth term, the Association has become a key stakeholder in defining and implementing new policies that foster more sustainable and digital mobility. |
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5 key technology trends affecting the security sector in 2026
This the 10th time that Axis Communications, TTS Italia ordinary member, looked at the technology trends that we think will affect the security sector in the coming year.
Something that become clear is that a completely new set of trends doesn’t appear year-on-year. Rather, we see an evolution of trends and technological developments, and that’s very much the case as we look towards 2026.
Technological innovations regularly arrive, which impact our sector. Artificial intelligence, advancements in imaging, greater processing capabilities within devices, enhanced communications technologies…these and more have impacted our industry. Even technologies which still seem a distance away, such as quantum computing, may have some potential implications in the near-term in preparing for the future. While we focus here on tech trends, it’s worth highlighting a shift that we’ve seen in recent years: the increasing involvement and influence of the IT department over decisions related to security and safety technology. The physical security and IT departments now work in close collaboration, with IT heavily involved in physical security purchasing decisions.
That influence, we feel, is central to the first of our trends for 2026…
1. “Ecosystem-first” becomes an important part of decision making
At a fundamental level, the greater influence of the IT department is changing the perspective regarding security technology purchasing decisions. We call this an “ecosystem-first” approach, and it influences almost every subsequent decision.
Today, however, we start to see a trend that the first decision is increasingly defined by the solution ecosystem to which the customer wants to commit. In many ways, it’s analogous to how IT has always worked: decide on an operating system, and then select compatible hardware and software.
The ecosystem-first approach makes a lot of sense. With today’s solutions including a greater variety of devices, sensors, and analytics than ever before, seamless integration, configuration, management, and scalability is essential. In addition, product lifecycle management, including, critically, ongoing software support, becomes more achievable within a single ecosystem.
Committing to a single ecosystem – one offering breadth and depth in hardware and software from both the principal vendor alongside a vibrant ecosystem of partners – is the primary decision.
2. The ongoing evolution of hybrid architectures
A hybrid architecture as the preferred choice isn’t new. In fact, it’s something we’ve highlighted in previous technology trends posts. But it continues to evolve. Sometimes evolution can seem quite subtle. In reality, we’re seeing some fundamental shifts.
We’ve always described hybrid as a mix of edge computing within cameras, cloud resources, and on-premise servers. While that’s still the same today, what’s changing is the balance of resources, as capabilities are enhanced and new use cases emerge. Edge and cloud are becoming much more significant, with the need for on-premise server computing resources reduced.
This is largely a result of enhanced computing power and capabilities within both cameras and the cloud. More powerful edge AI-enabled surveillance cameras can, put simply, handle more than ever before. Improved image quality, the ability to more accurately analyze scenes and create valuable metadata have seen cameras take on tasks previously handled on the server.
Similarly, with such a wealth of data being created, cloud-based resources have the analytical power required to surface business intelligence and insights to enhance operational effectiveness.
There can still be legitimate reasons to retain some on-premise resources, such as network video recorders, but the true value is increasingly coming from edge devices and cloud resources. Ultimately, it’s a trend that meets both the IT department’s drive for efficiency, the security team’s desire for solution quality and effectiveness, and the data integrity and security needs of both.
But, even if hybrid architectures are a trend, we must not forget that a vast majority of all solutions are still very much on-prem solutions, and this will be the case for a long time.
3. The increased importance of edge computing
In many sectors, like the automotive industry, the need and potential for edge computing has only been recognized relatively recently. As regular readers will know, however, the value of increased computing resources within devices at the edge of the network has been a feature of our technology trends predictions for several years. Enhanced capabilities mark the beginning of a new era of edge.
In many ways, the increased importance of edge computing is directly related to the evolution of hybrid architectures described in the previous trend. When hybrid solutions have included edge, cloud, and server technologies, the full potential of edge AI hasn’t always been fully realized. With on-premise servers able to support some tasks, there has been less motivation to move these to the edge.
This is already changing and will accelerate over the coming year. This is in part due to the enhanced AI available to the edge, within devices themselves. The discussion and decisions about where to deploy AI across surveillance solutions – using the strengths of edge AI in devices and the power of cloud-based analytics – has brought focus to the capabilities of cameras and the increasing variety of edge AI-enabled sensors. These bring benefits in both effectiveness and efficiency.
Edge processing generates both business data — actionable insights derived directly from the scene — and metadata, which describes the objects and scenes within it. This information has become the basis for efficient scaling of system functionality, such as smart video searches, and for generating system wide insights. Edge processing enables a much smoother scaling of system compute performance, as the system performance grows with each added edge device.
The arguments against moving more to the edge, such as cybersecurity challenges, have diminished. With the strong cybersecurity capabilities of edge devices, such as secure boot and signed OS, they now have become a strong part of the overall system security solution.
4. Mobile surveillance on the rise
Mobile surveillance solutions, like mobile trailers, aren’t a trend in themselves. For numerous reasons – commercial and technological – mobile surveillance has already seen significant growth and is set to explode over the next year.
From a technological perspective, improved connectivity has helped unlock the ability to employ more advanced, higher-quality surveillance cameras in mobile solutions. Remote access and edge AI has further enhanced the capabilities of mobile surveillance solutions. This immediately makes them an attractive option in a greater variety of situations, from public safety to construction sites to festivals and sporting events.
Power management within surveillance cameras has also advanced, resulting in lower power utilization without a compromise in quality. This is particularly important where mobile surveillance solutions are making use of battery power and renewable energy. A mobile surveillance solution can also be more straightforward to approve than a permanent installation.
Ultimately, these factors mean that security and safety can be ensured in places where it is difficult or undesirable to place physical security personnel.
5. Technology autonomy: Easier said than done!
Less a new trend, and more a reflection on one of our trends from last year where we highlighted how companies across many sectors were looking to gain more control over key technologies essential to their products. Automotive companies looking to design their own semiconductors to mitigate against supply chain disruption was an example.
As many of those organizations are finding, however, extending an organization’s focus from its traditional business (e.g. making cars) to a fundamentally different and potentially highly complex area (e.g. designing semiconductors) is easier said than done. Attempts also highlight how interconnected global supply chains are, and that true autonomy is impossible to achieve.
As we have done for many years here at Axis, focus for technological autonomy should be on the areas of a business that make a fundamental difference to the offering. Designing our own system-on-chip (SoC), ARTPEC, which Axis started doing more than 25 years ago, has given us ultimate control over our product functionality.
An example of the benefit of this has been our ability to be the first surveillance equipment vendor to provide AV1 video encoding to our customers and partners, in addition to H.264 and H.265.
It also allows us to prepare for future technologies that will bring opportunities and risks, even those that still seem many years in the future.
While we always enjoy putting together our thoughts on the trends that will define the industry over the coming year, our perspective stretches much further into the future. This is what gives us the ability to plan for and develop the innovations that continue to meet the evolving needs of customers, and opportunities to improve safety, security, operational efficiency and business intelligence.
Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation, however. The best ideas emerge through collaboration, by listening to our customers and understanding their challenges, by maintaining close relationships with our partners, and by exploring solutions together. These partnerships are what will continue to drive progress as we move into 2026 and beyond, whichever way the technological winds may blow.
Source: Axis Communications |
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Autonomous Driving: IVECO and PlusAI Partner for Level 4 in Spain
IVECO, a brand of Iveco Group NV (EXM: IVG) that designs, manufactures, and markets light, medium, and heavy commercial vehicles, and TTS Italia ordinary member, announces a new program with long-time partner PlusAI, a world leader in AI-based virtual driving software for autonomous trucks.
The two companies plan to launch the first deployment of heavy-duty trucks with Level 4 Autonomous Driving Systems (ADS) in Southern Europe, working in collaboration with the Spanish logistics operator Sesé and the Government of Aragon, Spain.
As part of the program, IVECO and PlusAI will develop two heavy-duty trucks with Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities, supported by the PlusAI SuperDrive™ virtual driver. The autonomous trucks will undergo multi-year testing starting in 2026, with a safety operator on board for the entire trial period. These IVECO S-Way heavy-duty vehicles are intended to operate autonomously on the Sesé freight routes between Madrid and Zaragoza, the capital of the Aragon region, along a freight corridor of approximately 300 km (184 miles).
Marco Liccardo, Chief Technology & Digital Officer of the Iveco Group, commented: “Vehicle automation is a key pillar of the Iveco Group’s technology strategy. We are thrilled to strengthen our strong partnership with PlusAI to further innovate our ADAS and ADS technologies on board IVECO trucks. This project will enable us to continue on our journey to offer customers the highest-quality technologies for increasingly sustainable transport.”
“Autonomous trucks are a revolutionary technology that could dramatically improve road safety and reshape commercial freight transport worldwide. We are proud to extend our partnership with IVECO to include Level 4 autonomous trucking operations in Germany and Spain,” said Shawn Kerrigan, COO and co-founder of PlusAI. "Together with Sesé, we are demonstrating how autonomous driving technology can improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of road transport and strengthen the competitiveness of European supply chains."
The Iveco Group has been committed to researching and developing autonomous and connected driving solutions for years, including through joint testing and pilot projects with PlusAI on highly advanced Level 2+ and Level 4 programs, to offer safer, cleaner, smarter, and more efficient transport solutions. PlusAI is entering its next phase of growth as a publicly traded company through the previously announced commercial merger with Churchill Capital Corp IX (Nasdaq: CCIX).
Source: Ferpress |
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Circle Group signs a contract extension for the evolution of the MILOS® MTO and TFP platforms, valued at over €315,000.
CIRCLE Group (“CIRCLE” or the “Company”) – an innovative SME listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market, head of the eponymous Group specializing in process analysis and the development of solutions for the innovation and digitalization of the port and intermodal logistics sectors, as well as international consulting on the Green Deal and energy transition, and TTS Italia ordinary member – announces the signing of a 12-month contract with a major intermodal transport operator for the evolution of the MILOS® MTO and TFP platforms, valued at approximately €315,000.
The project envisions strengthening advanced features to support collaboration between supply chain operators, the integration of operational flows, and end-to-end traceability of activities, with the aim of improving the management of complex systems in terms of efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. Furthermore, to support increasingly efficient planning of the intermodal component, the project envisions the creation of an advanced system based on mathematical models and advanced optimization algorithms. The solution will be able to identify and propose optimal travel options based on parameters such as costs, travel times, total distances, and environmental impacts.
The agreement marks a further step forward in the development of the MILOS® MTO (Multimodal Transport Operator) and MILOS® TFP (Transport Federative Platform) platforms, key elements of Circle's proprietary digital ecosystem dedicated to the digitization of intermodal logistics processes. Specifically, the MILOS® MTO platform will be enhanced with advanced solutions for controlling and optimizing intermodal transport flows, while MILOS® TFP will continue its development as a federated digital platform, designed to foster logistics data interoperability and the secure exchange of information between various stakeholders.
"This further development of the contract for the adoption of the MILOS® MTO and TFP platforms represents further confirmation of the reliability of our solutions and their strategic role in the digital innovation of intermodal logistics," stated Luca Abatello, President and CEO of Circle Group. "In a constantly evolving landscape, the Group continues to invest in developing increasingly integrated, intelligent technologies capable of creating tangible value for customers, in line with the objectives of the "Connect 4 Agile Growth" business plan."
The initiative is part of the Group's broader strategic path to supporting the sector's leading operators in the digital transformation process, in line with European directives on interoperability, document dematerialization, and environmental sustainability.
Source: Circle Group |
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Circle Group Signs a New Contract Valued at Approximately €260,000 for the Supply of Milos® Ecosystem Products
CIRCLE Group (“CIRCLE” or the “Company”) – an innovative SME listed on Euronext Growth Milan, head of the eponymous Group specializing in process analysis and the development of solutions for the innovation and digitalization of the port and intermodal logistics sectors, as well as international consulting on the Green Deal and energy transition, and TTS Italia ordinary member – has signed a new contract with a leading operator in the Mediterranean intermodal logistics sector, worth a total of approximately €260,000, for the supply of Milos® ecosystem solutions.
The project involves the adoption of an integrated ecosystem of digital solutions aimed at making operational activities and information flow management along the supply chain more efficient, secure, and fully compliant with European regulations. Specifically, the Milos® Transport Federated Platform (TFP) will be implemented. This federated platform is designed to natively interoperate with the client's corporate information systems and digitize data exchange between logistics chain stakeholders, promoting a fully digital approach and significantly streamlining operational processes.
To support document management, the project includes the adoption of the Accudire ExAc solution for the generation and management of digital transport documents such as e-CMR and e-DDT, supported by the Milos® e-CMR / e-DDT connector, developed to ensure full interoperability with third-party platforms on the market and enable the automated acquisition of documents issued by other parties involved in the supply chain, reducing time, operating costs, and margins of error.
The contract also includes the activation of the Milos® eFTI platform, a solution designed to ensure compliance with the European eFTI Regulation (EU 1056/2022) and to enable, when required, structured and secure data sharing with public administrations, anticipating regulatory developments in transport and digital logistics.
The initiative is part of a broader supply chain digitalization process and also meets the efficiency, interoperability, and sustainability objectives promoted by financing programs dedicated to the logistics sector, confirming Circle Group's role as a leading technology partner for complex and intermodal operators.
"This new contract confirms the value of our Milos® solutions as a concrete enabler of digitalization, interoperability, and regulatory compliance processes for supply chain operators. We are proud of this achievement, which strengthens our positioning and fits perfectly with the objectives of the "Connect 4 Agile Growth" industrial plan, aimed at developing more efficient, effective, and sustainable logistics," commented Luca Abatello, President and CEO of CIRCLE Group.
Source: Circle Group |
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Circle GROUP signs €250,000 agreement with a major national logistics operator for terminal automation at a Mediterranean port
CIRCLE Group (“CIRCLE” or the “Company”) – an innovative SME listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market, head of the eponymous Group specializing in process analysis and the development of solutions for the innovation and digitalization of the port and intermodal logistics sectors, as well as international consulting on the Green Deal and energy transition, and TTS Italia ordinary member – announces the signing of an agreement with a major national logistics operator for the technological development and automation of two lanes with Totems for remote management at a multipurpose terminal at a Mediterranean port. The Gate Operating System will enable the automated reading of front and rear license plate codes and container codes at the terminal gates, as well as integration with the TOS. The contract is valued at approximately €250,000.
The agreement provides for the implementation of an integrated project developed by Circle Group, through eXyond (in collaboration with Aitek), based on the eXyond GOS® and MILOS® platforms. The goal of this project is to support the terminal's digital evolution and strengthen its operational efficiency, process automation, and interoperability with the port and logistics ecosystem.
The gate management system is based on the Exyond GOS platform and enables fully automated management of incoming and outgoing flows. The adoption of advanced automatic recognition technologies, based on cameras and smart sensors, enables the identification of license plates, container codes, and driver badges, with real-time recording and archiving of transit data, benefiting cargo traceability, port area security, and operational continuity.
Completing the solution, the agreement includes the adoption of the MILOS® TFP (Transport Federative Platform) platform and related integration and interconnection modules, supporting the structured and secure exchange of data between terminals, logistics operators, and external systems. Gate Automation and flow digitization features enable coordinated and centralized management of operations, ensuring greater end-to-end visibility and more effective management of any operational exceptions.
The solution is complemented by evolutionary modules and services for application integration, enabling connectors to industry-leading systems, and the possible adoption of specialized components for managing and sharing transport unit data, in line with European interoperability and document dematerialization requirements.
The port project in question is part of the technological innovation process initiated by the leading national logistics group at its terminals and represents a further step in Circle's strategy to support the digitization of port infrastructure, contributing to the development of more efficient, transparent, and sustainable operating models.
"The agreement for the automation and digitalization of the two corridors of this Mediterranean port represents further recognition of the strength of our solutions and their ability to meet the concrete needs of terminal operators," states Luca Abatello, CEO of Circle Group. "Through the adoption of the GOS® and MILOS® platforms and the leading application packages for gate automation, data integration, and system interoperability, we are helping to strengthen the efficiency and competitiveness of strategic infrastructures for the country, with a view to digital evolution consistent with European guidelines and the objectives of our "Connect 4 Agile Growth" industrial plan.
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Circle Group signs a strategic agreement with a leading Italian logistics operator for the advanced digitalization of intermodal operations, worth over €300,000.
CIRCLE Group (“CIRCLE” or the “Company”) – an innovative SME listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market, head of the eponymous Group specializing in process analysis and the development of solutions for the innovation and digitalization of the port and intermodal logistics sectors, as well as international consulting on the Green Deal and energy transition, and TTS Italia ordinary member– announces the signing of an agreement with a leading Italian logistics operator for the launch of a structured, nine-month digitalization project for terminal operations and logistics-document flows. The project aims to continue the company's digitalization journey by making available the evolution of the MILOS® platforms (MILOS TOS, Milos eFTI Platform, Milos e-DDT Connector, Milos Federative Services Connector, ERP). & TMS Connector, Mastersped). The agreement envisions a significant evolution of the company's processes thanks to the MILOS® platforms and the implementation of an integrated project based on ecosystem solutions, aimed at digitizing terminal activities, enhancing operational transport efficiency, automating physical and information processes (terminal, warehouse, inspections, loading/unloading), and improving interoperability between the various systems involved in the logistics and intermodal chain of the leading operator in the Med area.
The overall value of the agreement, based on the current contractual scope, is over €300,000, with the possibility of extension during subsequent project phases, also based on evolving operational requirements and opportunities for further integration within the customer's logistics ecosystem.
The project is part of a broader digitalization effort for private logistics hubs and the gradual compliance with European regulatory requirements for e-CMR/eFTI (Electronic Freight Transport Information), in which Circle Group has been a technology provider for years, including in connection with investment programs (Login Business) supported by PNRR funds.
These needs are addressed organically through an integrated technological architecture, while also complying with the eligibility and reporting requirements of the LogiN Business funding programs. "The agreement with this leading national operator confirms the solidity of Circle Group's growth strategy and the role of MILOS® platforms as key levers for the digital transformation of intermodal logistics," commented Luca Abatello, President and CEO of Circle Group. "In a context of growing operational and regulatory complexity, we continue to invest in the development of integrated and interoperable technological solutions capable of supporting the evolution of our customers' operating models and contributing to strengthening the competitiveness of the national logistics system. This project fits perfectly into our medium- to long-term vision, in which digital innovation represents an enabling factor for the efficiency of the country's infrastructure and its positioning in European and international value chains, in line with the objectives of the "Connect 4 Agile Growth" industrial plan."
This initiative is part of the Group's broader strategy aimed at supporting the sector's leading operators in the progressive digitalization of their activities, in line with European guidelines on interoperability, document dematerialization, and environmental sustainability.
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Conference on Women and Mobility in Bologna
The conference "Women and Mobility" was held on January 20th in Bologna, sponsored by Roma Servizi per la Mobilità, TTS Italia ordinary member, Isfort, TRT Trasporti e Territorio, Associazione Sipotra, federMobilità, AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG, and TPER SPA, with the patronage of the Municipality of Bologna. TTS Italia was also among the event's supporters. The conference discussed equality policies, professions, and innovation, and presented the Position Paper "Elements for a Women's Mobility Charter," a preliminary step toward designing a more inclusive, flexible, and safe transportation system and enhancing women's professions in mobility. Born from ongoing experiences and the processes for UNI PdR 125/2022 Gender Equality certification, around twenty companies, associations, and organizations that work daily on women's mobility and professions also confirmed their participation in the event.
The study highlights how the demand for female mobility in Italy is characterized by greater erraticity and flexibility compared to that of men, which follows more rigid "commuting" patterns linked to the greater presence of men in the national labor market. Roma Servizi per la Mobilità, one of the conference's promoters, is also among the companies that have long implemented measures to overcome the gender gap within their workplaces and processes data on mobility in the capital. Anna Donati, President/CEO of RSM, outlined the objectives and the preparatory document. "The event has three essential objectives," she said: "The first is to explore and address how women travel and how to enhance their work in mobility. The second is to affirm the universal value of inclusive and safe mobility for all. The third is to create a stable network of those working on these issues, so that, step by step, our proposals will reduce the gender gap in Italy too." Data from Isfort's "Audimob" Observatory reveal that:
- 34.4% of women's travel is related to family management, compared to 27.1% of men's travel.
- Women show a greater propensity for sustainable mobility (34.5%), using public transport (8.5%) and walking (23%) more often than men.
- However, the gap in access to employment remains significant: only 23.1% of female trips are motivated by work, compared to 31% of male trips.
According to ISTAT 2024 data on accidents on Italian roads, 3,030 people died, 80.1% of whom were men and 19.9% women.
Safety and public spaces: overcoming the "Gender Data Gap" – One of the central themes of the document is perceived safety. According to ISTAT data, women are twice as likely as men to feel unsafe when going out alone at night (16.4% versus 7.4%). This perception profoundly impacts mobility choices, pushing many women to abandon public transport at night in favor of private cars, often mistakenly considered the only safe alternative. The Position Paper highlights how, for decades, urban planning has been characterized by a supposed "male neutrality," neglecting fundamental needs for women in terms of lighting, visibility, and accessibility.
The labor market: a challenge for STEM professions – The transportation and logistics sector remains heavily male-dominated, with a female presence of only 22% and a drastic decline in senior and operational roles, such as driving. However, experiences such as those of the FS Group (with the Women in Motion project) and TPER (with the Capo D network) demonstrate that investing in welfare policies, gender certification, and orientation towards STEM careers can bridge the gap and foster innovation.
Towards a Women's Mobility Charter – The conference therefore aims to promote a package of concrete actions for more equitable mobility, with a series of proposals and actions aimed at institutions and companies, including:
– Strengthen the availability of gender-disaggregated data to more accurately understand actual travel patterns.
– Define guiding criteria for public spaces inspired by the principles of natural surveillance (see and be seen) and the elimination of architectural barriers, benefiting strollers, people with loads, and vulnerable users.
– Develop innovative, more flexible services and dynamic pricing, such as pay-as-you-go systems or on-demand stops at night.
– Provide incentives for companies that achieve gender equality certification. To enhance the work of women in mobility. Mobility can no longer be considered a neutral service, but must be recognized as an instrument of democracy and equality. Designing a city that works for women means designing a safer and more accessible city for everyone: children, the elderly, and the entire community.
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Targa Telematics Partners with Motability Operations
Targa Telematics—a leading global AIOT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) player developing digital solutions and platforms for connected mobility, and TTS Italia founding member —has announced a partnership with Motability Operations, the company that manages the Motability Scheme in the United Kingdom. Customers participating in the program can choose to convert their mobility allowance into vehicle rental, promoting independence for people with disabilities.
Through this partnership, Targa Telematics will integrate OEM data into Motability Operations' IT systems, enabling smarter, more data-driven services for customers. With a focus on vehicle maintenance, Targa Telematics' solution will provide valuable information to ensure that Motability Scheme vehicles remain safe, reliable, and compliant with maintenance standards. By integrating a wide range of OEM data, regardless of vehicle make or model, Motability Operations will be able to proactively monitor vehicle health, reduce the risk of breakdowns and out-of-service vehicles (VORs), and improve fleet safety. This data-driven insight will also help identify and reduce operational inefficiencies, ensuring that Motability Scheme customers continue to benefit from the most advanced connected car technologies while enjoying a safer and more seamless mobility experience.
Since 2017, Targa Telematics has successfully used OEM vehicle data to help companies transform data flows into tangible value. The company aggregates, processes, and converts inputs from integrated telematics devices into operational information, while managing the inherent complexity of these processes. This collaboration represents another large-scale implementation of OEM data by Targa Telematics and marks a significant step in using automakers' connected vehicle technologies to improve fleet management operations.
The integration of the Targa Telematics solution into the Motability Operations fleet will occur in phases, with the goal of gradually extending coverage to all vehicles in the program.
Motability Operations will continue to autonomously manage vehicle registrations, while Targa Telematics' data-driven solutions will focus on improving the productivity and efficiency of fleet management operations.
“This partnership represents a milestone for Targa Telematics internationally,” commented Alberto Falcione, VP Sales at Targa Telematics. “It demonstrates how OEM data can be used to create scalable solutions capable of generating real value for mobility operators. We are proud to support Motability Operations on this journey, providing operational insights and offering a concrete example of how connected vehicle technology can foster innovation and improve customer service within large and complex fleets. We continue to strengthen our market presence through new OEM partnerships to foster innovation in sustainable and connected mobility.”
“The Motability Scheme exists to foster independence for people with disabilities by providing access to safe, reliable, and affordable mobility that helps customers stay connected,” said Andy Broadfield, Managing Director of Electric & Insurance at Motability Operations. “A reliable vehicle is central to this independence. The partnership with Targa Telematics supports our simple scheme, helping us use vehicle data to better monitor vehicle health, reduce the risk of breakdowns, and maintain high standards of safety and compliance. By taking a more proactive approach to vehicle maintenance, we can give customers greater confidence in the vehicles they rely on and help generate value through the Motability Scheme.”
Source: Targa Telematics |
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Tiemme wins tender for on-demand public transport
The Province of Siena has successfully completed the open tender process for the concession of the local public transport service by road for the low-demand network in the area.
The contract, for a total supply value of over €22 million, was awarded to the Temporary Consortium of Companies (RTI) composed of Tiemme S.p.A. (lead agent, based in Arezzo), TTS Italia ordinary member, and Consorzio ByBus (principal, based in Siena), which participated with the executing consortium members Autonoleggio Daidone Srl and Idealviaggi Travel Company Srl. The consortium won the tender, obtaining the highest score with a bid amount of €17,197,197.48.
The awarding of the "weak" public transport service completes the provisions of the sector reform initiated in 2010. Thanks to the decisions made by the Province of Siena in 2013 and 2014, through the agreements signed with the Tuscany Region, the updated network planning for the weaker lot for the period 2021–2023, and, finally, the political decisions underlying the design of the tender, the Province of Siena is able to ensure the constant maintenance of the level of service.
The concession term is seven years, until October 31, 2032, with an estimated annual mileage of around 1,141,000–1,210,000 km in the initial years. Financial coverage is provided primarily by contributions from the Tuscany Region (over €16 million for the tender fee), municipalities (over €2.3 million), and provincial funds. The award is effective immediately pursuant to the Public Contracts Code, following successful verification of all general, technical-professional, and economic-financial requirements of the consortium. The service is scheduled to begin, by tender, within 300 days of the contract signing.
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Turin: Urban Security Project Passes Test Phase
A hi-tech, solar-powered camera monitors the safety of Turin's Murazzi along Lungo Po Diaz. In the near future, this solution could be used in other high-traffic locations in Turin. Urmet spa, Nobus Srl, and the publicly owned company 5T, TTS Italia ordinary member, are the companies that have contributed to an ambitious experimental project for urban security and monitoring of sensitive city areas, also supported by the City of Turin, with the collaboration of Security Councilor Marco Porcedda. The recently launched trial involved the creation of an innovative PoC (Proof of Concept) dedicated to smart urban security, with the installation of a solar pole equipped with a latest-generation video surveillance system supplied by Urmet. The project was born with the aim of testing new technological and sustainable solutions for monitoring urban areas such as the Murazzi, a high-traffic area of Turin. The cameras used for the trial are from Urmet's Extreme series. Resistant to dust, water, corrosion, and vandalism, they meet prevention and deterrence needs thanks to intelligent video analytics, high-definition and image clarity, and Active Deterrence technology that allows continuous color video recording even in critical lighting conditions. "The Extreme series cameras are designed specifically to meet the most demanding security needs," emphasizes Pietro Dentis, Urmet Business Development Manager. "They are ideal for urban security and territorial control applications thanks to their robustness and intelligent video analytics system. Urmet boasts solid experience in managing complex and challenging projects, often in synergy with partners of recognized excellence in the area. The installation of the new smart solution marks an important step towards a more effective, proactive, and sustainable management of urban security, where Urmet has leveraged all its experience in this field, together with Nobus and 5T, during the testing phase. An innovative part of the system is the smart pole designed by the company Nobus, a solar-powered system created for use in video surveillance and monitoring applications in urban and suburban areas that require targeted control, without the need for an electrical grid connection. The Nobus smart pole therefore allowed the testing to be carried out without invasive interventions and without connections to the grid, making it possible, in just a few hours, to install an active presence in a sensitive area like the Murazzi. "Experiences like the one in the Murazzi demonstrate that, thanks to solutions like the Nobus smart pole, it is possible to create easily replicable urban security models, even where traditional infrastructure is lacking," comments Alessandro. Noro, president of Nobus srl –. Our goal is to offer cities flexible tools to intervene where it was previously impossible." 5T, a public company owned by the City of Turin, the Piedmont Region, and the Metropolitan City of Turin, managed the connection on the VMS platform, used by the City of Turin for urban video surveillance. "For 5T, this trial confirms the value of solutions that integrate innovative technologies and systems, making them truly operational in the field, serving the City of Turin. In this context, our commitment to the development of safety applications, both in the road sector and for public order management, is strengthened," comments Giuseppe Pezzetto, president of the Turin-based company. The trial of this flexible, cost-effective, and sustainable monitoring system therefore presents a potential model that can be replicated in numerous other urban and extra-urban contexts.
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TTS Italia reappointed to the Coordination Committee of the Network of National ITS Associations
In recent days, Laura Franchi, Head of Communications for TTS Italia, was re-elected to the Coordination Committee of the Network of National ITS Associations, the European network of national associations for Intelligent Transport Systems.
"Laura's reappointment after her first two years in office is certainly a source of satisfaction for us," says Olga Landolfi, Secretary General of TTS Italia, "because it confirms both our role within the Network and our Association's deep interest in international and internationalization activities, which we strongly believe in for the growth of the ITS sector. This also benefits all our members, who can benefit, among other things, from an increasingly solid and broad network of contacts."
Launched in October 2004, the Network was created with the aim of ensuring that knowledge and information on ITS is disseminated to all stakeholders at the local and national levels and to support the promotion of ITS from a grassroots perspective. Its objectives: mutual inspiration; Raise awareness of the shared interests of ITS within the European Union; and support cooperation and projects in EU Member States.
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eMobility Expo World Congress is back: TTS Italia is among the supporters of the Spanish event. Registration is now open!
eMobility Expo World Congress – MOW, the leading international event for sustainable, autonomous, connected, safe, and electrified mobility, is back. It combines a large exhibition area showcasing the latest innovations, solutions, and services across all mobility sectors with a high-level conference featuring over 375 international speakers in 12 vertical forums dedicated to the sector, tailored to each segment and professional profile.
TTS Italia is among the event's supporters!
In its 2026 edition, taking place from March 10th to 11th in Malaga, Spain, the event will bring together over 6,000 professionals, companies, and institutional representatives to explore how this new era of mobility is transforming the sector, its business models, and the main challenges it faces.
Europe must achieve the goal of becoming the first climate-neutral continent by 2050, so the EU has adopted several strategies to achieve the continent's sustainability goals, all related to the mobility sector. However, recent global economic and political developments have impacted this strategy, and inflation in Europe has changed the way some sectors operate.
The eMobility Expo World Congress (MOW) brings together the most innovative solutions and latest trends to promote sustainable mobility.
Registration is now open! Discounted participation fees are available for TTS Italia members!
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The IoMOBILITY AWARDS are back: TTS Italia is among the event's supporters!
Following the success of 2025, the IoMOBILITY AWARDS are back, the initiative created to identify, promote, and reward the best innovative services and projects in the world of Next Generation Mobility. TTS Italia is supporting the event! The Awards are open to large companies, SMEs, and startups that wish to showcase their solutions to a jury composed of leading mobility players, always on the lookout for new collaborations and emerging technologies. Participation is a unique opportunity for branding, networking, and visibility within the smart mobility ecosystem.
The application is free and can be submitted for any category, by 31 March. More information here.
And the NEXGEN MOBILITY Conference is coming soon too: January 28th in Milan, at the UniCredit Tower Hall, an unmissable opportunity to discuss the main trends, challenges, and opportunities of mobility in Italy for businesses, institutions, and citizens. |
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Mobility Living Lab in Turin. An impressive new app designed to make traveling around the area simpler and quicker than ever
Updates from the Mobility Living Lab in Turin, where the new mobility app SmartMove has been launched to offer customizable travel solutions for anyone needing to get around—quickly, easily, and without stress. Created in partnership by 5T, TTS Italia, Pluservice and Arriva, the app allows users to coordinate journeys across multiple transport options, including trains, buses, taxis, and electric scooters.
Turin-Valle d'Aosta-Chamonix: move across multiple territories with one app - €10 credit included
All your journeys in one solution. SmartMove simplifies mobility.
🎁 €10 free credit
🚂 Trains + Buses + Taxis + Parking + E-scooters: all integrated
📱 One app, one payment, endless possibilities
The future of mobility, as it was always meant to be
Whether you are…
Searching for parking in Turin city center for a shopping day
Planning Turin → Courmayeur for a weekend or week on the snow
Arranging your Valle d'Aosta → Chamonix trip for the following day
Booking a train (anywhere in Italy)
Figuring out how to reach the airport (alone or with your family)
Calling a taxi in Turin to get to your destination
SmartMove brings everything together into one smooth, effortless experience.
No more juggling multiple apps, separate payments, or dealing with complicated searches.
Your mobility, simplified.
SmartMove by GEMINI is the result of Europe’s most advanced integrated mobility research project.
A single app for all your travel needs - from Turin's urban daily life to alpine adventures towards Aosta Valley and Chamonix (France).
Your services always at your fingertips:
🚂 Trenitalia – Trains to get anywhere in Italy
🚌 Arriva – buses for Turin-Valle d'Aosta-Chamonix connections and Turin-Turin’s Airport
🅿️ Toll parking – Stress-free parking in Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta city centers
🚕 WeTaxi – 24/7 taxi service in Turin and surroundings
🛴 Bird & Bit – E-scooters to move quickly around the city
Whether you're a Turin resident heading to the mountains for the weekend, a tourist exploring the Alps, a commuter moving around the city, or a traveler crossing borders to France, SmartMove adapts to your journey.
Would you like to be among the first 800 users to try out the future of integrated mobility?
Don’t miss this exclusive chance to experience how technology can genuinely make your travels easier.
Join SmartMove’s beta test by clicking here: SmartMove by GEMINI
Start now here
How it works:
STEP 1 📝 Fill out the questionnaire (2 minutes)
Share your mobility needs and leave your contact details
STEP 2 📧 Receive instructions (within 2 days)
We'll send you everything you need to download the app preview
STEP 3 📱 Download and register
Install SmartMove with the same email you use for your app store
STEP 4 🎁 Get €10 credit
The day after registration, you'll find €10 ready to use
Start now here
❓ FAQ
Q: Is SmartMove only for tourists?
A: No! SmartMove is designed for everyone: commuters, residents, tourists, occasional travelers. Every user finds services suited to their needs.
Q: Is it possible to use SmartMove for selected services only?
A: Absolutely! You can use SmartMove to book just a taxi, buy a train ticket, pay for parking, or combine multiple services.
Q: When will I receive the app?
A: Within 2 days of completing the questionnaire, you'll receive download instructions.
Q: How does the €10 credit work?
A: You can use it for any service available in the app: trains, buses, taxis, parking, e-scooters. The first 10€ of the final payment are on us.
Q: Do I have to use all services?
A: No, choose only what you need. SmartMove adapts to your mobility style.
No matter how you move, SmartMove makes it easier.
✅ €10 credit for all included services, directly in the app
✅ One app for every mobility need
✅ Zero stress
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What is predictive maintenance? New episode of Truckani Tech online
We all want to know what's going to happen in advance, right? This can be achieved with predictive maintenance, a strategy that uses sensors positioned at various points to analyze data to monitor equipment in real time and predict failures before they occur. Unlike reactive maintenance (performed after a failure) and preventive maintenance (performed at predetermined intervals), predictive maintenance allows interventions to be made only when necessary, optimizing performance, downtime, costs, and increasing safety. This is discussed in the new episode of Truckani Tech, by Uomini e Trasporti, in collaboration with Geotab and with the scientific support of TTS Italia and the Freight Leaders Council.
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Natively Connected Vehicles: Inside OEM Telematics with the New Episode of Truckani Tech
Have you ever heard of a natively connected vehicle? But what exactly does it mean? It's a concept at the heart of OEM telematics, explained simply in the new episode of Truckani Tech, Uomini e Trasporti's reel series on technology applied to transportation and logistics. What does it mean today to talk about "natively connected" vehicles? This is where the concept of OEM telematics comes from, an increasingly central technology in the world of transportation and fleet management. The acronym OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) refers to the vehicle manufacturer. OEM telematics therefore refers to connectivity systems installed directly at the factory and natively integrated with the on-board electronics, unlike aftermarket solutions added later. These systems collect a large amount of data in real time: GPS location, fuel consumption, vehicle operating parameters, engine diagnostics, battery status in electric vehicles, driving style, and error codes. This information, in compliance with data access and protection regulations, can be shared with the manufacturer's fleet management platforms or digital services. This is what we discuss in the new episode of Truckani Tech, in collaboration with Geotab and with the scientific support of TTS Italia and the Freight Leaders Council.
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