We celebrate SOTERIA's midway milestone in the 3rd newsletter issue!As we have reached the halfway point of our Horizon Europe project, it’s a moment of celebration as well as reflection. This milestone is not just a marker of time but a testament of the collaboration and dedication that have driven our progress thus far. From the project’s inception, our goal has been to push the boundaries of scientific and technological advancements making travelling in Europe safer for all road users. And the first half of our journey has been marked by significant achievements, including establishment of robust partnerships across Europe, groundbreaking research in data-driven routing applications leveraging Artificial Intelligence and successful pilot programmes. With an eye towards achieving our main objectives for 2025, the second half of the SOTERIA project promises to be even more exciting. We are poised to build on the feedback received during the first review meeting with the European Commission continue fostering collaborations that will deliver impactful results that align with the broader objectives of Horizon Europe. A heartfelt thank you This milestone would not have been reached without unwavering support of mobility and road safety stakeholders in Europe and the community around the SOTERIA project. Your contribution and belief in our vision for road safety equality in the ever-changing modility sector have been invaluable. Marina Georgiou, PhD
SOTERIA Project Manager |
We celebrate SOTERIA's midway milestone in the 3rd newsletter issue!As we have reached the halfway point of our Horizon Europe project, it’s a moment of celebration as well as reflection. This milestone is not just a marker of time but a testament of the collaboration and dedication that have driven our progress thus far. From the project’s inception, our goal has been to push the boundaries of scientific and technological advancements making travelling in Europe safer for all road users. And the first half of our journey has been marked by significant achievements, including establishment of robust partnerships across Europe, groundbreaking research in data-driven routing applications leveraging Artificial Intelligence and successful pilot programmes. With an eye towards achieving our main objectives for 2025, the second half of the SOTERIA project promises to be even more exciting. We are poised to build on the feedback received during the first review meeting with the European Commission continue fostering collaborations that will deliver impactful results that align with the broader objectives of Horizon Europe. A heartfelt thank you This milestone would not have been reached without unwavering support of mobility and road safety stakeholders in Europe and the community around the SOTERIA project. Your contribution and belief in our vision for road safety equality in the ever-changing modility sector have been invaluable. Marina Georgiou, PhD
SOTERIA Project Manager |
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SOTERIA recognised at RISE AWARDS 2024! |
SOTERIA recognised at RISE AWARDS 2024! |
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The SOTERIA project, represented by Professor Colin Booth at the Research, Innovation, Sustainability and Enterprise (RISE2024) Industry Awards in Leeds, UK, was ‘highly commended’ in the Design, Innovation, and Creativity category for the innovative "REBO - Smart Bike Safety Camera" being developed by our partner Onsee. The REBO camera is a smart bike light and dashcam designed for cyclists to continuously record their rides. With a simple push of its wireless handlebar button mounted on the handlebar, it saves a 1-minute clip showing 30 seconds before and after any declared incident. The recorded clip is automatically uploaded to Onsee’s platform for review, addition of notes, sharing with fellow cyclists and expert analysis. The data collected on near-misses and other incidents, alongside data from the SOTERIA Living Labs, is analysed to develop innovative solutions for vulnerable road users and road safety professionals. During an 18-month pilot, approximately 300 cyclists will be recruited to test Onsee’s REBO camera on their bicycles, with more than 200 volunteers already registered and eager to participate in the trial.
➡ More info about the RISE AWARDS 2024 here: https://bit.ly/3Z7y1C7
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The SOTERIA project, represented by Professor Colin Booth at the Research, Innovation, Sustainability and Enterprise (RISE2024) Industry Awards in Leeds, UK, was ‘highly commended’ in the Design, Innovation, and Creativity category for the innovative "REBO - Smart Bike Safety Camera" being developed by our partner Onsee. The REBO camera is a smart bike light and dashcam designed for cyclists to continuously record their rides. With a simple push of its wireless handlebar button mounted on the handlebar, it saves a 1-minute clip showing 30 seconds before and after any declared incident. The recorded clip is automatically uploaded to Onsee’s platform for review, addition of notes, sharing with fellow cyclists and expert analysis. The data collected on near-misses and other incidents, alongside data from the SOTERIA Living Labs, is analysed to develop innovative solutions for vulnerable road users and road safety professionals. During an 18-month pilot, approximately 300 cyclists will be recruited to test Onsee’s REBO camera on their bicycles, with more than 200 volunteers already registered and eager to participate in the trial.
➡ More info about the RISE AWARDS 2024 here: https://bit.ly/3Z7y1C7
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SOTERIA Living Labs' demonstrations launched! |
SOTERIA Living Labs' demonstrations launched! |
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LL#1 - Oxfordshire & Wolverhampton, UK
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LL#1 - Oxfordshire & Wolverhampton, UK
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| Enhancing micro-mobility safety: The first SOTERIA demonstration in Wolverhampton The first round of the SOTERIA sensor kit demonstrations took place in Wolverhampton, showcasing its ability to collect micro-level data from Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs). The sensor kit, developed by the University of Wolverhampton, integrates various sensors to monitor rider conditions, environmental factors, and vehicle dynamics. Team members tested the system using bicycles and e-scooters equipped with the kit. This demonstration supports: - evaluating the system’s performance and components,
- analysing the suitability of collected data for micro-mobility safety services, and
- developing the final version of the SOTERIA sensor kit.
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Enhancing micro-mobility safety: The first SOTERIA demonstration in Wolverhampton The first round of the SOTERIA sensor kit demonstrations took place in Wolverhampton, showcasing its ability to collect micro-level data from Vulnerable Road Users (VRUs). The sensor kit, developed by the University of Wolverhampton, integrates various sensors to monitor rider conditions, environmental factors, and vehicle dynamics. Team members tested the system using bicycles and e-scooters equipped with the kit. This demonstration supports: - evaluating the system’s performance and components,
- analysing the suitability of collected data for micro-mobility safety services, and
- developing the final version of the SOTERIA sensor kit.
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First demonstration of Virtual Reality (VR) module successfully tested and well-received by students
The Living Lab in Saxony focuses on children, pedestrians, and cyclists. The existing Fraunhofer IVI Accident Prevention School (FAPS) programme has established a network of over 100 schools, reaching around 5,000 pupils annually with road safety training. Within this network, SOTERIA’s solutions, including the VR module and the Safe Routing app, are now being tested. The initial demonstration of the VR module received positive feedback from students, who found it valuable for understanding the challenges motorised road users face in detecting VRUs due to limited visibility. This immersive experience allowed students to appreciate the importance of road safety from a driver’s perspective. |
First demonstration of Virtual Reality (VR) module successfully tested and well-received by students
The Living Lab in Saxony focuses on children, pedestrians, and cyclists. The existing Fraunhofer IVI Accident Prevention School (FAPS) programme has established a network of over 100 schools, reaching around 5,000 pupils annually with road safety training. Within this network, SOTERIA’s solutions, including the VR module and the Safe Routing app, are now being tested. The initial demonstration of the VR module received positive feedback from students, who found it valuable for understanding the challenges motorised road users face in detecting VRUs due to limited visibility. This immersive experience allowed students to appreciate the importance of road safety from a driver’s perspective. |
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LL#2 - Saxony & Munich, Germany
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| SOTERIA platform presented to the Municipal Police of Madrid with enthusiastic reception On October 25, 2024, SOTERIA partners from Nommon and University of Deusto met with representatives of the Municipal Police of Madrid to present and demonstrate the Advanced and Explainable Accident Analysis and Safety Intelligence Platform developed within the project. The SOTERIA platform was met with enthusiasm by the police representatives, who recognised its potential to modernise the current practices. By automating accident report analyses, it improves efficiency and accuracy. The inclusion of georeferenced data and tools for visualising accident hotspots were especially valued. The police provided valuable feedback for further refinement of the platform and expressed their willingness to collaborate on its development. They committed to integrating the SOTERIA platform into their daily operations, offering detailed feedback to support its ongoing improvement. |
SOTERIA platform presented to the Municipal Police of Madrid with enthusiastic reception On October 25, 2024, SOTERIA partners from Nommon and University of Deusto met with representatives of the Municipal Police of Madrid to present and demonstrate the Advanced and Explainable Accident Analysis and Safety Intelligence Platform developed within the project. The SOTERIA platform was met with enthusiasm by the police representatives, who recognised its potential to modernise the current practices. By automating accident report analyses, it improves efficiency and accuracy. The inclusion of georeferenced data and tools for visualising accident hotspots were especially valued. The police provided valuable feedback for further refinement of the platform and expressed their willingness to collaborate on its development. They committed to integrating the SOTERIA platform into their daily operations, offering detailed feedback to support its ongoing improvement. |
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Courier drivers' safety: ELTA and Cyclopolis start trials in two Greek cities
In June 2024, ELTA, a leading provider of postal and courier services in Greece, and Cyclopolis IKE, a micromobility systems manager, organised a workshop at ELTA's Athens premises as part of their collaboration under the SOTERIA project. The workshop aimed to identify road safety and health needs of delivery personnel and brought together experts in quality assurance, human resources, network management, and traffic operations to address key challenges faced by delivery professionals. Building on the insights gathered, the first trial phase began in September 2024, focusing on testing SOTERIA-developed equipment designed to detect and warn of hazardous conditions. This equipment was installed on a selected fleet of ELTA's two-wheelers in Chania and Igoumenitsa, where the Greek SOTERIA Living Lab operates. The installation was completed on November 7, 2024, marking a significant step toward improving safety for VRUs, including cyclists, motorcyclists, and e-scooter riders. ➡ Read the dedicated Press Release (in GREEK):https://bit.ly/491bUls
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Courier drivers' safety: ELTA and Cyclopolis start trials in two Greek cities
In June 2024, ELTA, a leading provider of postal and courier services in Greece, and Cyclopolis IKE, a micromobility systems manager, organised a workshop at ELTA's Athens premises as part of their collaboration under the SOTERIA project. The workshop aimed to identify road safety and health needs of delivery personnel and brought together experts in quality assurance, human resources, network management, and traffic operations to address key challenges faced by delivery professionals. Building on the insights gathered, the first trial phase began in September 2024, focusing on testing SOTERIA-developed equipment designed to detect and warn of hazardous conditions. This equipment was installed on a selected fleet of ELTA's two-wheelers in Chania and Igoumenitsa, where the Greek SOTERIA Living Lab operates. The installation was completed on November 7, 2024, marking a significant step toward improving safety for VRUs, including cyclists, motorcyclists, and e-scooter riders. ➡ Read the dedicated Press Release (in GREEK):https://bit.ly/491bUls
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LL#4 - Chania & Igoumenitsa, Greece |
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SOTERIA's scientific publications |
SOTERIA's scientific publications |
- Pohle, M. et al.(2024), Safe Route Algorithm for Vulnerable Road Users, Transport Research Arena (TRA) 2024 (in press)
- Diaz, J. et al. (2025), A graph data model creation methodology for accident hotspot prediction in urban areas, in: Quintián, H., et al., Hybrid Artificial Intelligent Systems. HAIS 2024. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol. 14858. Springer
- Sudhakaran, G. Μ. et al. (2024), Stepping into safety: a systematic review of extended reality technology applications in enhancing vulnerable road user safety, Smart and Sustainable Built Environment
- Sudhakaran, G. M. et al. (2025), Navigating urban futures: Crafting an experimental framework for eye-tracking integrated virtual reality in co-creative planning. In: Prabhakaran, A., Mahamadu, A.M., Booth, C.A. & Manu, P. (Editors) Applications of Immersive Technology in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC): A Handbook, Taylor and Francis (in press)
- Booth, C. A. et al. (2025), Towards the European Commission's Road Safety Goal of 'Vision Zero': Intended Routes of the SOTERIA Journey (in press)
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- Pohle, M. et al.(2024), Safe Route Algorithm for Vulnerable Road Users, Transport Research Arena (TRA) 2024 (in press)
- Diaz, J. et al. (2025), A graph data model creation methodology for accident hotspot prediction in urban areas, in: Quintián, H., et al., Hybrid Artificial Intelligent Systems. HAIS 2024. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol. 14858. Springer
- Sudhakaran, G. Μ. et al. (2024), Stepping into safety: a systematic review of extended reality technology applications in enhancing vulnerable road user safety, Smart and Sustainable Built Environment
- Sudhakaran, G. M. et al. (2025), Navigating urban futures: Crafting an experimental framework for eye-tracking integrated virtual reality in co-creative planning. In: Prabhakaran, A., Mahamadu, A.M., Booth, C.A. & Manu, P. (Editors) Applications of Immersive Technology in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC): A Handbook, Taylor and Francis (in press)
- Booth, C. A. et al. (2025), Towards the European Commission's Road Safety Goal of 'Vision Zero': Intended Routes of the SOTERIA Journey (in press)
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New cluster of EU projects revolutionising road safety and automated mobility |
New cluster of EU projects revolutionising road safety and automated mobility |
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A groundbreaking cluster of EU-funded projects has been formed to revolutionise road safety, automated mobility, and the interaction between drivers and VRUs. This collaborative effort brings together five ambitious initiatives - AI4CCAM, HEIDI, EVENTS, PHOEBE, and SOTERIA - to develop cutting-edge solutions addressing the growing complexity of urban transport systems, forming a cluster on “Road safety in complex urban environments”. The cluster aims to promote a safe, inclusive, and sustainable mobility system that is resilient, trustworthy, and road user-centric. By uniting efforts across these projects, this initiative is set to transform European transport research and establish new standards for road safety and automated driving. At the heart of the cluster's mission is a shared vision for establishing the "safe system" approach. This shifts the focus from placing responsibility solely on road users to a holistic strategy where every stakeholder—from infrastructure designers to transport operators—plays a role in creating safer roads. The projects will work together to ensure that automated mobility technology is not only efficient but also transparent, inclusive, and adaptable to real-world road conditions. The five projects are exploring how advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), simulation environments, predictive analytics, and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) can enhance urban road safety for all road users, particularly vulnerable groups such as pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals with reduced mobility. ➡ Find more information in the dedicated Press Release: https://bit.ly/3ANzNAe
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A groundbreaking cluster of EU-funded projects has been formed to revolutionise road safety, automated mobility, and the interaction between drivers and VRUs. This collaborative effort brings together five ambitious initiatives - AI4CCAM, HEIDI, EVENTS, PHOEBE, and SOTERIA - to develop cutting-edge solutions addressing the growing complexity of urban transport systems, forming a cluster on “Road safety in complex urban environments”. The cluster aims to promote a safe, inclusive, and sustainable mobility system that is resilient, trustworthy, and road user-centric. By uniting efforts across these projects, this initiative is set to transform European transport research and establish new standards for road safety and automated driving. At the heart of the cluster's mission is a shared vision for establishing the "safe system" approach. This shifts the focus from placing responsibility solely on road users to a holistic strategy where every stakeholder—from infrastructure designers to transport operators—plays a role in creating safer roads. The projects will work together to ensure that automated mobility technology is not only efficient but also transparent, inclusive, and adaptable to real-world road conditions. The five projects are exploring how advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), simulation environments, predictive analytics, and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) can enhance urban road safety for all road users, particularly vulnerable groups such as pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals with reduced mobility. ➡ Find more information in the dedicated Press Release: https://bit.ly/3ANzNAe
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SOTERIA consortium completes Horizon Results Booster Business Plan Development service |
SOTERIA consortium completes Horizon Results Booster Business Plan Development service |
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The SOTERIA consortium is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Business Plan Development service, provided through the Horizon Results Booster initiativeof the European Commission (EC). With tailored training led by Giovanni Bendistinto, our team - featuring project coordinator Netcompany-Intrasoft, exploitation manager SWARCO Solutions Centre, and some of the key technical partners such as the University of Deusto, Frontier Innovations, Vianova, and Fraunhofer IVI - crafted strategies to bring SOTERIA's innovations closer to market.
➡ More info here: https://bit.ly/4fvvrwy
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The SOTERIA consortium is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Business Plan Development service, provided through the Horizon Results Booster initiativeof the European Commission (EC). With tailored training led by Giovanni Bendistinto, our team - featuring project coordinator Netcompany-Intrasoft, exploitation manager SWARCO Solutions Centre, and some of the key technical partners such as the University of Deusto, Frontier Innovations, Vianova, and Fraunhofer IVI - crafted strategies to bring SOTERIA's innovations closer to market.
➡ More info here: https://bit.ly/4fvvrwy
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SOTERIA engages with EC Expert Group on Road Infrastructure Safety |
SOTERIA engages with EC Expert Group on Road Infrastructure Safety |
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SOTERIA’s partner leading the development of policy recommendations, CORTE, has established connections with the consortium conducting a study for the European Commission on infrastructure safety for VRUs. This study will offer guidance on designing “forgiving roadsides,” “self-explaining and self-enforcing roads,” and establishing quality standards for road infrastructure aimed at VRU safety. In September 2024, SOTERIA representatives and consortium members met to explore collaboration opportunities. This led to an invitation to present SOTERIA’s objectives, co-creation activities driving innovation development and its four Living Labs’ scope to Sub-group 3 of the EC’s Expert Group on Road Infrastructure Safety (EGRIS). The consortium will continue seeking synergies to support the adoption of SOTERIA’s solutions for enhanced road safety. ➡ More info here: https://bit.ly/48Wj4qT
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SOTERIA’s partner leading the development of policy recommendations, CORTE, has established connections with the consortium conducting a study for the European Commission on infrastructure safety for VRUs. This study will offer guidance on designing “forgiving roadsides,” “self-explaining and self-enforcing roads,” and establishing quality standards for road infrastructure aimed at VRU safety. In September 2024, SOTERIA representatives and consortium members met to explore collaboration opportunities. This led to an invitation to present SOTERIA’s objectives, co-creation activities driving innovation development and its four Living Labs’ scope to Sub-group 3 of the EC’s Expert Group on Road Infrastructure Safety (EGRIS). The consortium will continue seeking synergies to support the adoption of SOTERIA’s solutions for enhanced road safety. ➡ More info here: https://bit.ly/48Wj4qT
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SOTERIA at the SEEDS Conference 2024
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SOTERIA at the SEEDS Conference 2024
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SOTERIA’s Work Package 1 (WP1) leader, Professor Colin Booth from the University of the West of England, Bristol,recently presented some of the project’s WP1 findings at the International Sustainable, Ecological, Engineering, Design for Society (SEEDS 2024) conference that was held in Leeds, UK.
The talk was warmly received by the delegates, and it generated much interest and discussion around the safety of vulnerable road users worldwide.
➡ More info about the event can be found here: https://bit.ly/3OrjwUH
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SOTERIA’s Work Package 1 (WP1) leader, Professor Colin Booth from the University of the West of England, Bristol,recently presented some of the project’s WP1 findings at the International Sustainable, Ecological, Engineering, Design for Society (SEEDS 2024) conference that was held in Leeds, UK.
The talk was warmly received by the delegates, and it generated much interest and discussion around the safety of vulnerable road users worldwide.
➡ More info about the event can be found here: https://bit.ly/3OrjwUH
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SOTERIA at Nommon Innovation Days
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SOTERIA at Nommon Innovation Days
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On June 12, 2024, our partner Nommon celebrated the first edition of its event “Nommon Innovation Days: Improving expansion strategies through Big Data and Artificial Intelligence”, to showcase the latest innovations of their solutions for monitoring, predicting, and managing mobility, and to present their research lines for the coming years. The SOTERIA project was featured at this event by Mr Jerónimo Bueno, who presented the developments carried out by Nommon for the exploitation of data from Connected Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) to analyse travel behaviour and demand prediction and better identify the mobility needs of VRUs. |
On June 12, 2024, our partner Nommon celebrated the first edition of its event “Nommon Innovation Days: Improving expansion strategies through Big Data and Artificial Intelligence”, to showcase the latest innovations of their solutions for monitoring, predicting, and managing mobility, and to present their research lines for the coming years. The SOTERIA project was featured at this event by Mr Jerónimo Bueno, who presented the developments carried out by Nommon for the exploitation of data from Connected Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) to analyse travel behaviour and demand prediction and better identify the mobility needs of VRUs. |
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| In the evolving landscape of innovation, the concept of Living Labs stands out as a beacon of collaborative progress that transcends traditional boundaries. Read more |
In the evolving landscape of innovation, the concept of Living Labs stands out as a beacon of collaborative progress that transcends traditional boundaries. Read more |
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| The innovation team of OCC, iHub, is one of 15 partners representing regions across Europe and the UK involved in SOTERIA, a Horizon Europe project. SOTERIA is on a critical analysis pathway to expedite the European Union's Vision Zero goal for VRUs. Read more |
The innovation team of OCC, iHub, is one of 15 partners representing regions across Europe and the UK involved in SOTERIA, a Horizon Europe project. SOTERIA is on a critical analysis pathway to expedite the European Union's Vision Zero goal for VRUs. Read more |
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| Have you ever wondered why only about 3% of people in the UK choose to cycle? Well, it's a complex question, but a big part of the answer lies in road safety. The streets can be a treacherous place for cyclists and VRUs. But here's the good news: things are changing, and they're changing fast. Read more |
Have you ever wondered why only about 3% of people in the UK choose to cycle? Well, it's a complex question, but a big part of the answer lies in road safety. The streets can be a treacherous place for cyclists and VRUs. But here's the good news: things are changing, and they're changing fast. Read more |
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SOTERIA brings together four outstanding scientific research institutions, four leading road safety solutions providers, three policy makers and city stakeholders and four cutting-edge technology providers from all over Europe, namely Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, Spain, and the UK, to pave the way towards road safety and sustainable micromobility. This consortium includes partners from several universities and research institutes, as well as companies, organisations and authorities in mobility policies and regulations and information technology providers. |
SOTERIA brings together four outstanding scientific research institutions, four leading road safety solutions providers, three policy makers and city stakeholders and four cutting-edge technology providers from all over Europe, namely Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, Spain, and the UK, to pave the way towards road safety and sustainable micromobility. This consortium includes partners from several universities and research institutes, as well as companies, organisations and authorities in mobility policies and regulations and information technology providers. |
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