Towards a Model for the Transfer of Technology-Driven Innovation in Accessible and Inclusive Public Transport

Area of Science:

• Transportation accessibility research
• Innovation adoption in public services

Background:

• The EU-funded TRIPS Project (2021-2023) seeks to create more inclusive public transport systems across Europe.
• Innovation transfer in public transport accessibility is crucial for achieving universal access.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and analyze factors impacting the adoption of accessibility innovations by public transport providers.
• To develop a framework model for understanding innovation transfer in public transport accessibility.

Main Methods:

• Literature review for factor extraction related to accessibility innovation.
• Validation of identified factors through a survey of public transport decision-makers.
• Development of a framework model based on empirical data.

Main Results:

• A validated framework model detailing critical factors for innovation transfer in public transport accessibility.
• Insights into the perspectives of decision-makers regarding barriers and enablers to adopting accessibility innovations.
• Identification of specific factors influencing the successful implementation of accessibility improvements.

Conclusions:

• The developed framework provides a tool for understanding and facilitating the transfer of accessibility innovations in public transport.
• Addressing identified factors can accelerate the transformation towards more inclusive public transport models.
• The research contributes to the goal of 'leaving no one behind' in public transportation systems.