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Could the war disruption in Ukraine move micromobility forward? Stakeholders' perspective
Mariia Olkhova1,2, Asya Natapov1, Olha Plyhun2
1School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, LE113TU UK.
European Transport Research Review
|October 3, 2025
Summary
Micromobility expansion in Ukraine presents a chance to rebuild cities sustainably. Despite wartime challenges, stakeholders see potential for significant long-term adoption of cycling and other active transport modes.
Area of Science:
- Urban Planning
- Transportation Engineering
- Sustainability Studies
Background:
- The ongoing war in Ukraine offers a unique opportunity to reshape urban and transportation systems.
- There is a critical need to shift from post-Soviet planning paradigms towards sustainable urban mobility, emphasizing active transport.
- Micromobility (e.g., e-scooters, bicycles) is explored as a key component of this sustainable shift.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify impact indicators for micromobility usage amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
- To analyze the challenges and future prospects of micromobility expansion in Ukrainian cities.
- To inform strategic interventions for promoting micromobility during and after the war.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research approach utilizing semi-structured interviews.
- Data collection involved micromobility stakeholders across 16 administrative divisions in Ukraine.
- Analysis focused on factors influencing micromobility adoption and stakeholder collaboration.
Main Results:
- Identified key factors hindering or supporting micromobility users.
- Highlighted the crucial role of collaboration among city stakeholders for successful micromobility integration.
- Revealed regional disparities in stakeholder cooperation and infrastructure development, with a positive correlation between collaboration and adoption.
- Found optimism for increased micromobility adoption, with potential long-term estimates of 10-30% and up to 50% by 2050.
Conclusions:
- Strategic interventions promoting micromobility can ensure affordable and accessible urban transport solutions.
- Effective collaboration among stakeholders and tailored infrastructure development are vital for micromobility success.
- Micromobility offers a sustainable and cost-effective approach to urban mobility challenges during wartime and post-war recovery in Ukraine.
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