Building a better connected transport system | Episode 67

Transport for the North Podcast

Our vision is to help build a more integrated transport system and develop a consensual position for connected travel across the North. In this latest episode of our Transport for the North Podcast, we look at our Connected Mobility Strategy and how it is focused on delivering better journeys for passengers across all modes. There is an expectation across authorities and passengers for their transport networks to be better integrated – connecting the systems they use to plan and pay for journeys to the places that matter to them. At Transport for the North, our role is to highlight a lot of the successes and best practises emerging from transport authorities that have done work in this space. Through collaborative working and knowledge sharing we can understand different needs and bridge the gaps to connect places. We want a system that works for every area of the North, from rural to urban. Key to our strategy are three themes. Firstly, the future of ticketing, including pay-as-you-go options across the North and fares reform. Secondly is data and infrastructure – what’s the best approach to getting the required technical integration across modes of transport and infrastructure. And thirdly we look at future mobility, which considers novel transport systems and how they integrate with the existing route networks. There remain gaps in governance around multi-modal ticketing and fares modelling tools, but through collaboration we want to facilitate discussions on shared packages that support outcomes and avoid funding competition. Overall, this work will enable change through building an evidence base that allows partners to really get to grips with this important issue. You can share your thoughts on our podcasts by finding and following us on social media.