Smart Move e-Newsletter

#44 - June 2016

At this time of year, those of us in the northern hemisphere turn our minds to the fast approaching holiday season, the Smart Move team included. This edition of the newsletter looks at stories relating to coach tourism or bus tours which might give some examples of the great things going on in the industry to help people make the most of their holiday time. But you can also read about the uptake of fully electric buses by cities or about the efficiency of these buses after one year of service. IRU activities in passenger transport in different parts of the world are also highlighted. The 'Innovator of the month' and the Smart Move recommendation are, of course, not missing. Enjoy your read.

- The Smart Move team

IN FOCUS

Dublin bus takes travellers back in time

Outfitted as an under siege base of revolutionary action, the custom designed “1916 Rise of the Rebels” bus takes its passengers on a theatrical and informative journey that explores the landmark locations in Ireland’s rise for independence in 1916.

NEWS

		Thomas Cook launches 'Domestic Coach Holidays' in India Thomas Cook India Ltd offers now Indian travellers the opportunity to visit their own country at a reasonable price in comfortable coaches. Read more

		Coaches find their way in London easier thanks to new map The 2016 edition of the London Coach Parking map provides coach drivers and tour guides with detailed information regarding parking, set-down and pick-up points and general guidance for driving coaches in the British capital. Read more

		First fully electric bus line launched in Paris The first 100% electric bus line has been recently launched in Paris by transport operators Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens and Syndicat des transports d'Île-de-France. Read more

		Successful year for Gothenburg’s electric bus service After one year of electric bus service on route 55 in Gothenburg, it is clear that the expectations have been surpassed by a wide margin. The buses and bus stops received a high rating by passengers and drivers alike, and the technology worked very dependably. Read more

		IRU works for solutions for mobility challenges in India Learn more about IRU's activities and Smart Move High Level Group in India from a one-on-one with Sonila Metushi who is leading IRU's work in this region. Read more

		IRU showcased Smart Move to Chinese passenger transport stakeholders IRU presented the Smart Move campaign to Chinese transport stakeholders, at a workshop on “Smart City and Intercity Passenger Transport by Bus and Coach” held in Beijing. Read more