Our stellar line-up of keynote speakers for TRANSPORT Smart Class, Scotland 2024 includes Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop MSP/BPA, Stephen Sprott (Data and Innovation Manager) and Brian Davidson (Traffic Engineering Officer) from Glasgow City Council, and on behalf of HITRANS (The Highlands and Islands Transport Partnership), SATE programme lead Jayne Golding.
We’re excited to confirm further details on their presentations:
“The Vital Contribution of Technology and Digital Solutions to Providing a More Sustainable, Safe, Accessible and Inclusive Transport System” – In May 2024 Fiona Hyslop MSP/BPA was reappointed as the Scottish Government’s Cabinet Secretary for Transport. We’re delighted to welcome her back to deliver the opening keynote:
“This keynote speech from the Cabinet Secretary for Transport sets the scene for wider discussion across the day – outlining the vision of our National Transport Strategy, the steps the Scottish Government is taking to support this vision and reflecting on the important contributions that technology and digital innovation can and will make in realising our long term ambitions for transport in across Scotland”.
“The Rise of the Machines – How the City of Glasgow is Using Artificial Intelligence and Data Capabilities to Improve Transport Operations” – This keynote on behalf of Glasgow City Council will explore the growing role of data insights and digital innovation to support decision making across the local road network, to assist with operational and management decisions about city traffic, and to enhance the experience of those using Glasgow’s roads.
Stephen Sprott, Data and Innovation Manager at Glasgow City Council, will outline some of the ways the city is making best use of the data generated around our transport network, and Brian Davidson, Traffic Engineering Officer, will demonstrate some of the cutting-edge technologies being deployed to improve active travel opportunities, increase bus reliability, reduce congestion, improve journey times and provide rich data on vehicle pollution and pedestrian footfall.
“Delivering a Sustainable Regional Aviation System and Improving Connectivity for the Highlands & Islands” – The Sustainable Aviation Test Environment (SATE) programme, led by HITRANS, aspires to become the UK’s Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Regional Aviation.
In this keynote, Jayne Golding, SATE Manager, will highlight the regions challenges and opportunities regarding transport, and how emerging sustainable aviation technologies can aid connectivity across the region.
The presentation will delve into the different strands of sustainable aviation that SATE is focusing on, and how each is bringing new opportunities to the Highlands & Islands and supporting the region’s goal of net zero aviation by 2045.
Citation: We have exclusive use of Glasgow’s most iconic Neoclassical landmark!
TRANSPORT Smart Class, Scotland 2024 takes place at Citation, Glasgow, on Thursday 12th September (8.30am-2.30pm) and will give key stakeholders a fresh take on deploying the latest digital technology-enabled solutions, data-driven strategies, policies and best practices to tackle transport and mobility challenges faced by the city-regions of Glasgow & Clyde Valley, Edinburgh & South East Scotland, Stirling, Tay, Aberdeen, Inverness & Highlands, and beyond, and deliver a transport system that will allow passengers and citizens across Scotland to travel efficiently, safely and with minimal impact on the environment.
In addition to our inspirational keynotes, the event will also feature:
- Rapid fire innovator presentations (followed by Q&As) delivered by technology experts and thought leaders on behalf of VivaCity (Ana Luiza Kooij), Project Centre – part of Marston Holdings (Eduardo Martin-Moral), Padam Mobility (James West) and Siemens Mobility (Mario Gessner), each addressing a priority transport and mobility innovation topic and associated areas of application. Click on the event website link for presentation previews!
- Deeper-dive roundtable consultations with speakers and specialists to help hone delegates’ smart strategies and address some of their specific transport and mobility challenges.
- Further networking opportunities with peers and pioneers over breakfast, drinks and cooked lunch, and all at no charge!
Qualifying delegates include commissioning, procurement, trialling, partnering and policy leads, senior influencers, strategic decision makers, programme managers and planners from local authorities (e.g. city, borough, metropolitan, district and county councils); public transport operators; regional transport partnerships, sub-regional transport bodies, combined authorities, integrated transport authorities and passenger transport executives; highways authorities and road operators; government and supporting national transport agencies; non-governmental organisations; fleet operators, parking operators, prime contractors etc.
The number of seats is capped and we’re very nearly at full capacity, so REGISTER NOW if you haven’t already secured your free place or share this opportunity to participate with an appropriate colleague or team member if you think they might like to join us for what promises to be an insightful half-day of collaboration and knowledge exchange!
Innovators! Like to book the last innovation sponsorship slot at TRANSPORT Smart Class, Scotland 2024 or sponsor one of our other Smart Class events?
A limited number of solution vendors can participate at a Smart Class in an “Innovation Sponsor” capacity, and this opportunity is also available to innovative consultancies!
Check out our Event Sponsorship page for full details on “Smart Class Innovation Sponsorship Packages” or contact us by phone or e-mail if you’d like to discuss this option further with a member of our team.
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