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As the adoption of EVs , net zero initiatives and Smart Cities rises in numbers , we hear from Edoardo Bevilacqua , Area Manager of Mobility and Energy at Mia-Platform , about the future of multimodal transport and transportation networks .

MULTIMODAL TRANSPORT : USING NEW TECHNOLOGIES TO PRIORITISE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

We live in a world increasingly defined by urbanisation , burgeoning populations and the need to combat climate change . As UK cities continue to get busier , the pressure on transportation networks and providers to adapt , increases .

Multimodal transport , the integration of different modes of transport to provide seamless and more sustainable travel experiences for commuters , is seen as the future of mobility and work is already underway across major UK hubs .
In Manchester , local authorities have recently introduced the Bee Network , a planned integrated transport network for Greater Manchester composed of bus , tram , cycling and walking routes . Some of the planned 50 zeroemission electric buses are already in operation , with affordable , flexible tickets available for bus
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