ERTICO – ITS Europe has released a compelling new episode of its podcast, Connecting Dots and Talks, showcasing the transformative power of artificial intelligence in urban mobility.
Titled 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Action – Smarter Traffic for Smarter Cities', this episode brings together leading voices from the intelligent transport ecosystem to explore how AI is revolutionising traffic management across Europe and beyond.
The discussion features an impressive lineup of guests:
• Joost Vantomme, CEO of ERTICO – ITS Europe
• Jon Newhard, CEO of Yunex Traffic
• Menno Malta, CEO of Monotch
• Dr. Doug Priest, Public Transportation & Urban Infrastructure Lead at Microsoft
• Markus Wartha, President of ITS Germany
In the first round of discussion, the panel dives into AI-driven innovation in traffic management, examining how their organisations are deploying intelligent systems to reduce congestion, optimise traffic flow, and enhance public transportation. From Monotch’s data-driven platforms to Microsoft’s AI-powered transit analytics, the episode showcases real-world applications that are already reshaping city infrastructure.
The second half of the episode focuses on public-private cooperation and global collaboration, a critical factor in scaling AI solutions. Joost Vantomme emphasises ERTICO's role in aligning stakeholders across Europe, while Jon Newhard and Menno Malta highlight the importance of cross-border partnerships. Dr Doug Priest discusses Microsoft’s efforts to bridge gaps between tech providers and public institutions, and Markus Wartha shares how ITS Germany fosters collaboration to accelerate AI integration.
By the time the discussion reaches its conclusion, a shared vision emerges. AI is not just a technological upgrade, it’s a game-changer for creating safer, cleaner, and more efficient urban environments. The conversation emphasises the urgency and opportunity of embracing AI to meet the mobility challenges of today and tomorrow.
Agne Vaitekenaite, Head of Partnership and Advocacy at ERTICO and the lead of the podcast, commented, "Our goal with the Connecting Dots and Talks podcast is to highlight the people and ideas driving real change in mobility. With this episode, we wanted to show that AI is not a distant concept but a practical tool transforming mobility today. By sharing these insights, we hope to inspire public authorities and industry to embrace innovation and move together toward more intelligent, connected transport systems. "
The episode is now available on Spotify.
Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions from Connecting Dots and Talks, where technology meets transformation.