Smarter Transport Systems
The most recent AI programme titled ‘Smarter Transport Systems’ supports Action 5.1 of the Government’s Transport Artificial Intelligence Action Plan which seeks to harness the potential of AI to digitalise and integrate transport systems while effectively managing associated risks.
The proposals sought to solve the competition’s five challenge areas:
- Automating Inspection and Predictive Maintenance – leveraging AI to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of transport asset inspections and maintenance
- Optimisation of Network Operations – using AI to dynamically manage transport networks across all modes, including adaptive capacity planning and real-time routing
- Enabling Major Transport Infrastructure Project Efficiencies – improving the planning, delivery, and oversight of large-scale transport infrastructure projects
- AI for Climate Adaptation – building resilience and sustainability into transport systems in the face of climate change
- Creating an Inclusive Transport System – making transport systems more accessible and equitable for all users, including disabled people, older adults, and underserved communities
The initial 23 innovators selected can be seen here.
