The mobility leaders survey, 2024

Industry Overview - The report focuses on the mobility sector, highlighting insights from a global survey conducted by Arthur D Little in partnership with BVA Xsight and POLIS [2] - The survey included 227 respondents from various geographies, with 80% from Europe, and covered mobility leaders from public transit authorities, operators, micromobility providers, and investors [5] Key Achievements - 73% of mobility leaders expressed satisfaction with progress toward sustainable mobility in 2023, particularly in areas like personal mobility device use and public transport safety [6] - Mass transit ridership saw moderate progress, with 51% of leaders reporting an increase compared to 2019, though 27% noted a decline [7] - Shared mobility experienced robust growth, with 79% of leaders reporting an increase in the use of personal mobility devices like bikes and e-bikes [14] Challenges and Transformation Needs - The modal shift from car-centric to multimodal systems remains a significant challenge, with only 65% of respondents believing their local ecosystems are ready to support this transition [14] - Infrastructure and funding are critical gaps, with 90% of respondents emphasizing the need for robust mass transit infrastructure, yet only 68% feel their ecosystems are prepared [14][22] - 86% of respondents highlighted the need for reallocation of urban spaces to prioritize public and shared mobility over private car usage [23] Executive Priorities - Improving public transport performance is the top priority, with 96% of leaders focusing on frequency, punctuality, and time competitiveness, and 95% prioritizing operational performance [30] - Network expansion and safety are also key, with 91% of respondents emphasizing the importance of enhancing safety in mass transit and shared mobility [32] - Transition to green propulsion technologies, such as electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles, is a strategic focus for 86% of leaders [34] Innovation and Technology - Electric vehicles are viewed as the highest priority innovation, with 61% of respondents considering them essential for supporting virtuous mobility [42] - Autonomous mobility and generative AI are also at the forefront, with 51% and 34% of respondents respectively highlighting their potential for optimizing transport planning and network design [43] - Ticketing innovation is another key area, with 63% of respondents identifying it as a top priority [41] Future Outlook - Mobility leaders are optimistic about facing future challenges, though they recognize the need for accelerated progress toward sustainable mobility systems [58] - The report proposes a holistic, system-level approach to urban mobility, addressing five interconnected pillars: vision and policies, supply and demand management, smart mobility, and funding [59] - The Future of Mobility 50 framework identifies eight solutions that could potentially double the share of sustainable urban mobility by 2040, from 30% to 60% [62]