We welcome all readers to the 5th issue of the SOTERIA newsletter!We are pleased to announce the publication of the 5th issue of the SOTERIA newsletter.
Bringing together a strong consortium of 15 mobility and road safety stakeholders across Europe, the Horizon Europe project SOTERIA is tackling the challenge of achieving intelligent, inclusive, and safe mobility for all.
We remain committed to accelerating progress toward safer and more efficient mobility networks across Europe—with unwavering support from our community of mobility and road safety stakeholders.
With best wishes,
The SOTERIA team |
We welcome all readers to the 5th issue of the SOTERIA newsletter!We are pleased to announce the publication of the 5th issue of the SOTERIA newsletter.
Bringing together a strong consortium of 15 mobility and road safety stakeholders across Europe, the Horizon Europe project SOTERIA is tackling the challenge of achieving intelligent, inclusive, and safe mobility for all.
We remain committed to accelerating progress toward safer and more efficient mobility networks across Europe—with unwavering support from our community of mobility and road safety stakeholders.
With best wishes,
The SOTERIA team |
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SOTERIA organised validation workshop to develop policy recommendations |
SOTERIA organised validation workshop to develop policy recommendations |
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On 5 December 2025, the SOTERIA project hosted a dynamic online stakeholder validation workshop. The event was organised by CORTE in collaboration with project partners and focused on the development of policy recommendations for the deployment of innovative solutions for improving road safety of vulnerable road users (VRUs) in EU cities. This is the second in the series of stakeholder workshop dedicated to developing SOTERIA policy recommendations. The objective of the workshop was to validate the input received during the first workshop organised in May 2025, and identify a list of possible actions with the aim to formulate final recommendations. The final document will be submitted to the European Commission in support of Vision Zero. About the workshop The aim of the workshop was to deliver policy recommendations to facilitate the deployment of safe solutions for VRUs in EU cities on the following four aspects: - Technological interventions
- Infrastructure interventions
- Training and awareness interventions
- Policy, regulatory and legal interventions
What’s next?
SOTERIA is working on the report that will reflect the outcomes of this workshop and support Vision Zero.
Some of the key recommendations include:
- Equipping VRUs with sensory kits or devices to collect data on near-misses and to improve thier visibility;
- Reinforcing training efforts for VRUs and other road users—starting in schools and continuing through driving schools and marketplaces;
- Raising awareness about helmet and headphone use among VRUs;
- Implementing and strictly enforcing 30 km/h speed limits especially in areas with high VRU concentration;
- Developing pedestrian-friendly vehicle designs and promoting use of smaller vehicles in cities; and
- Developing road infrastructure that is forgiving and self-explaining.
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On 5 December 2025, the SOTERIA project hosted a dynamic online stakeholder validation workshop. The event was organised by CORTE in collaboration with project partners and focused on the development of policy recommendations for the deployment of innovative solutions for improving road safety of vulnerable road users (VRUs) in EU cities. This is the second in the series of stakeholder workshop dedicated to developing SOTERIA policy recommendations. The objective of the workshop was to validate the input received during the first workshop organised in May 2025, and identify a list of possible actions with the aim to formulate final recommendations. The final document will be submitted to the European Commission in support of Vision Zero. About the workshop The aim of the workshop was to deliver policy recommendations to facilitate the deployment of safe solutions for VRUs in EU cities on the following four aspects: - Technological interventions
- Infrastructure interventions
- Training and awareness interventions
- Policy, regulatory and legal interventions
What’s next?
SOTERIA is working on the report that will reflect the outcomes of this workshop and support Vision Zero.
Some of the key recommendations include:
- Equipping VRUs with sensory kits or devices to collect data on near-misses and to improve thier visibility;
- Reinforcing training efforts for VRUs and other road users—starting in schools and continuing through driving schools and marketplaces;
- Raising awareness about helmet and headphone use among VRUs;
- Implementing and strictly enforcing 30 km/h speed limits especially in areas with high VRU concentration;
- Developing pedestrian-friendly vehicle designs and promoting use of smaller vehicles in cities; and
- Developing road infrastructure that is forgiving and self-explaining.
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SOTERIA is excited to announce that all the project's public deliverables have been approved by the European Commission and are now available online! 📄 Read the SOTERIA public deliverables here. |
SOTERIA is excited to announce that all the project's public deliverables have been approved by the European Commission and are now available online! 📄 Read the SOTERIA public deliverables here. |
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SOTERIA is proud to collaborate with experts through participation in the services provided by the European Commission's Booster! We have already launched our collaboration with the Intellectual Asset Management and Dissemination Support, while the Audio-Visual Support service will start in December to boost the presentation of our solutions and results in the Horizon Results Platform. On November 13th, SOTERIA consortium was glad to participate in the "Intellectual Asset Management Capacity building workshop" provided by Ivana Vuka. Many thanks to our expert for the valuable guidance and to all participants for this excellent workshop! |
SOTERIA is proud to collaborate with experts through participation in the services provided by the European Commission's Booster! We have already launched our collaboration with the Intellectual Asset Management and Dissemination Support, while the Audio-Visual Support service will start in December to boost the presentation of our solutions and results in the Horizon Results Platform. On November 13th, SOTERIA consortium was glad to participate in the "Intellectual Asset Management Capacity building workshop" provided by Ivana Vuka. Many thanks to our expert for the valuable guidance and to all participants for this excellent workshop! |
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We’re excited to announce that the EU Road Safety Cluster is growing! Four new projects - CAMBER, EvoRoads, iDriving ,SAFETeen - are now part of our cluster of EU (co-)funded initiatives working to advance road safety and automated mobility in complex urban environments.
CAMBER aims to develop and demonstrate improved safety monitoring across urban and secondary rural road networks by using real-time data to inform road maintenance systems and implementing cost-effective, proven interventions. EvoRoads develops a connectivity platform that digitalises transport infrastructure assets while enabling the seamless integration of safety assessment services. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, EVOROADS analyses infrastructure monitoring data across multiple geospatial scales, providing proactive risk alerts and supporting road operators in managing maintenance more effectively, thereby enhancing both safety and operational efficiency. iDriving aims to support road users, road managers, and other relevant authorities of urban and rural secondary roads by improving infrastructure through innovative, beyond-state-of-the-art technologies, enabling optimal monitoring, prediction, and warning capabilities to help Europe achieve its road safety goals. SAFETeen promotes learning and skills among secondary school students to improve hazard perception and balanced decision-making while commuting, through innovative pedagogical tools and ICT interventions tailor-made to their developmental affordances across different social contexts.
Collaboration is key - By sharing knowledge, best practices, and innovations, our projects can amplify their collective impact. Together, we’re paving the way for safer, more efficient mobility networks across Europe. ➡ More info about the EU Road Safety Cluster can be found here. |
We’re excited to announce that the EU Road Safety Cluster is growing! Four new projects - CAMBER, EvoRoads, iDriving ,SAFETeen - are now part of our cluster of EU (co-)funded initiatives working to advance road safety and automated mobility in complex urban environments.
CAMBER aims to develop and demonstrate improved safety monitoring across urban and secondary rural road networks by using real-time data to inform road maintenance systems and implementing cost-effective, proven interventions. EvoRoads develops a connectivity platform that digitalises transport infrastructure assets while enabling the seamless integration of safety assessment services. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, EVOROADS analyses infrastructure monitoring data across multiple geospatial scales, providing proactive risk alerts and supporting road operators in managing maintenance more effectively, thereby enhancing both safety and operational efficiency. iDriving aims to support road users, road managers, and other relevant authorities of urban and rural secondary roads by improving infrastructure through innovative, beyond-state-of-the-art technologies, enabling optimal monitoring, prediction, and warning capabilities to help Europe achieve its road safety goals. SAFETeen promotes learning and skills among secondary school students to improve hazard perception and balanced decision-making while commuting, through innovative pedagogical tools and ICT interventions tailor-made to their developmental affordances across different social contexts.
Collaboration is key - By sharing knowledge, best practices, and innovations, our projects can amplify their collective impact. Together, we’re paving the way for safer, more efficient mobility networks across Europe. ➡ More info about the EU Road Safety Cluster can be found here. |
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| iDriving invites you to take part in a short survey supporting its mission to improve road safety across Europe. iDriving is a 3-year Horizon-funded project involving 17 European partners, working to make urban and secondary rural roads safer through innovative solutions such as advanced sensors, AI-based warnings, and a Digital Twin. The project aims to enhance driver behaviour, strengthen infrastructure safety, and support first responders. |
iDriving invites you to take part in a short survey supporting its mission to improve road safety across Europe. iDriving is a 3-year Horizon-funded project involving 17 European partners, working to make urban and secondary rural roads safer through innovative solutions such as advanced sensors, AI-based warnings, and a Digital Twin. The project aims to enhance driver behaviour, strengthen infrastructure safety, and support first responders. |
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This survey will help shape iDriving’s evidence-based policy recommendations for smart road infrastructure. Participants are asked to share insights on regulatory and governance challenges, technical needs, and perspectives on smart mobility in the context of road safety. The questionnaire takes around 10 minutes to complete. Please review the survey’s purpose and the privacy notice before beginning. ➡ iDriving Policy Consulations |
This survey will help shape iDriving’s evidence-based policy recommendations for smart road infrastructure. Participants are asked to share insights on regulatory and governance challenges, technical needs, and perspectives on smart mobility in the context of road safety. The questionnaire takes around 10 minutes to complete. Please review the survey’s purpose and the privacy notice before beginning. ➡ iDriving Policy Consulations |
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SOTERIA at Urban Mobility Days 2025 Advancing safer and more inclusive urban mobility
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SOTERIA at Urban Mobility Days 2025 Advancing safer and more inclusive urban mobility
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The SOTERIA project was proud to take part in the Urban Mobility Days 2025, held from 30 September to 2 October in Vilnius, Lithuania — the European Green Capital 2025. This flagship event brought together mobility experts, policymakers, city representatives, researchers, and innovators from across Europe to exchange insights and shape the future of sustainable urban mobility. Over three exciting days, our partners from Netcompany and Frontier Innovations had the opportunity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders who visited our exhibition stand. Together, we discussed today’s most pressing road safety challenges, showcased the innovative solutions developed within the SOTERIA project, and shared key findings from our demonstrations conducted in the project’s Living Labs. Through its co-creation approach, SOTERIA is developing solutions that not only enhance road safety but also foster the inclusive integration of micro-mobility in complex urban environments. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our stand — your valuable insights and exchanges made the Urban Mobility Days 2025 an inspiring and impactful experience! ➡ More info about the event can be found here. |
The SOTERIA project was proud to take part in the Urban Mobility Days 2025, held from 30 September to 2 October in Vilnius, Lithuania — the European Green Capital 2025. This flagship event brought together mobility experts, policymakers, city representatives, researchers, and innovators from across Europe to exchange insights and shape the future of sustainable urban mobility. Over three exciting days, our partners from Netcompany and Frontier Innovations had the opportunity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders who visited our exhibition stand. Together, we discussed today’s most pressing road safety challenges, showcased the innovative solutions developed within the SOTERIA project, and shared key findings from our demonstrations conducted in the project’s Living Labs. Through its co-creation approach, SOTERIA is developing solutions that not only enhance road safety but also foster the inclusive integration of micro-mobility in complex urban environments. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our stand — your valuable insights and exchanges made the Urban Mobility Days 2025 an inspiring and impactful experience! ➡ More info about the event can be found here. |
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| Road safety remains a critical concern for vulnerable road users (VRUs) including pedestrians and employees of courier companies. Additionally, safety of micromobility devices represents one of the most significant factors that influence the adoption of this mode of transportation in urban environments. However, micromobility users such as cyclists and motorcyclists may face various types of risks and hazards that may cause injury or result in fatality. These hazards include road accidents, dangerous intersections, conflicts with other road users and poor road infrastructure. Read more |
Road safety remains a critical concern for vulnerable road users (VRUs) including pedestrians and employees of courier companies. Additionally, safety of micromobility devices represents one of the most significant factors that influence the adoption of this mode of transportation in urban environments. However, micromobility users such as cyclists and motorcyclists may face various types of risks and hazards that may cause injury or result in fatality. These hazards include road accidents, dangerous intersections, conflicts with other road users and poor road infrastructure. Read more |
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| What if your daily commute could help prevent the next road accident? In Greece, the SOTERIA project partners are turning that idea into reality – by transforming everyday courier routes into data-rich road safety laboratories. Read more |
What if your daily commute could help prevent the next road accident? In Greece, the SOTERIA project partners are turning that idea into reality – by transforming everyday courier routes into data-rich road safety laboratories. 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 Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, Spain, and the United Kingdom, to pave the way towards road safety and sustainable micromobility. This consortium includes partners from 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 Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Luxembourg, Spain, and the United Kingdom, to pave the way towards road safety and sustainable micromobility. This consortium includes partners from universities and research institutes, as well as companies, organisations and authorities in mobility policies and regulations and information technology providers. |
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