Imperative

Connected Intelligence

The infrastructure that enables digital connectivity within and between places as well as the technology and intelligence that enables data-rich insights, modelling and analysis.

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Opportunity

Enhancing Passenger Experience – AI in Transport Competition

Unlock the Potential of AI in Transforming the UK Transport Sector The Department for Transport (DfT), in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult, recognises the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of the UK’s transport system.

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News

Connected Places Catapult responds to Industrial Strategy consultation

Boosting economic productivity by unlocking the complexities of place and leveraging data and new digital technologies.

Two men stand on stage at the Climate Summit EMEA. One man presents a CReDo award shaped like a wooden block with an engraved design to the other man. A sign behind them lists topics like "Net Zero" and "Sustainability.

Article

CReDo among the winners at Climate Innovation Awards

Climate resilience digital twin tops Green Building, Infrastructure and Adaptation category

A woman stands on the sidewalk holding a device focused on virtual reality safety, with a busy street, including a bus and several cars, in the background.

Article / Meet the innovator using virtual reality to improve driver safety

Aerial view of a car on a highway at night, showcasing autonomous vehicle technology with illuminated detection zones and lanes.

News / Autonomous driving projects secure Government funds

A small autonomous electric vehicle with the name "Aurrigo" is parked by a building, with one door open, revealing seats inside. The vehicle is white with gray patterns and features the Union Jack flag.

Article / Integrating automated vehicles into the transport system

Podcasts

The power of digital twins with Royal HaskoningDHV

Podcasts

Hubs of Innovation II: Servicing the new economy with Chris Oglesby

Projects, opportunities & Case Studies

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Project

Innovating for Clean Air (IfCA) India Projects

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Project

UASAS

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Project

Unmanned Aircraft Systems Authentication System (UASAS) project

This project aims to strengthen the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations across use cases, including for medical emergencies and supply delivery. By ensuring the security and integrity of UAS communications that is crucial to their safe flight, as well as the safety of other airspace users.

A modern cable-stayed bridge illuminated at night spans across a river, with a cityscape of tall buildings in the background reflecting in the water.

Project

UK-Republic of Korea Innovation Twins Programme

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Case Study

Large scale agent-based modelling to support shared mobility – the DeMAND project

Multimodality and attitudes towards sharing will transform how people travel in the future. Demand modelling must move away from the traditional division of transport modes.

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Project

UK and São Paulo team up to tackle climate change

As civic leaders begin the daunting task of decarbonisation our cities, transport, and energy systems, it is vital that cities around the world explore new partnerships for learning and collaboration.

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Project

UK-Latin America Net-Zero Solutions: UK- São Paulo Partnership for the Race to Zero

A drone is flying while carrying a white container labeled "Food Delivery" against a clear blue sky.

Project

ATOMICUS drone project takes off

The safe and efficient use of cargo drones in UK airspace to transport items such as medical supplies or aircraft spare parts is a huge opportunity. But the use of commercial drones at airports alongside traditional passenger aircraft is not without its risks.

Innovation Imperatives

Connected Intelligence

What's new

The power of digital twins with Royal HaskoningDHV

Hubs of Innovation II: Servicing the new economy with Chris Oglesby

Projects, opportunities & Case Studies