Our role in Smart Mobility R&D

Nemi plays a significant role in advancing research and development (R&D) projects in the field of transport.  Our involvement includes collaborating with academic institutions, industry partners, and government organizations to tackle challenges in connectivity, access and reliability of public transport. Specifically, we are actively involved in R&D projects aimed at integrating smart technologies to optimize routes and improve service efficiency to meet the needs of urban and rural communities.
Nemi collaborates with academic and industry partners to test innovative transportation models that enhance accessibility for underserved populations. The projects also explore the integration of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Nemi’s involvement in research supports the creation of greener, more cost-effective transport solutions that reduce traffic congestion and lower emissions. Furthermore, we are committed to creating systems that enhance user experience, ensuring that services are responsive, reliable, and accessible to all.  And given the rural setting of many DRT services, an important aspect of our research revolves around creating accessibility to essential services, education and employment opportunities for those at risk of social exclusion.  Through continuous R&D, Nemi helps shape the future of urban mobility. Our work contributes to building smart cities and improving the overall quality of transportation services worldwide.

We are currently leading initiatives aimed at enhancing public transport performance, sustainability, and cost-efficiency. Through these efforts, NEMI DRT contributes to technological advancements across various sectors.

The Julia Project aims to enhance the global Public Transport sector by leveraging the unique capabilities of European Global Navigation Satellite Systems (EGNSS) and COPERNICUS data.

Public transport is challenged with delays and disruptions that make journeys unpredictable. Furthermore, increasing demand for sustainable and safe urban mobility solutions like micro-mobility or autonomous shuttles requires integrating advanced technologies to ensure effective management and operation.

To address these challenges, The Julia Project uses EGNSS data that allow for smoother operations and enhanced efficiency, and Copernicus data to assist cities develop innovative solutions towards cleaner, more sustainable mobility strategies.

Reallocate catalyses change in mobility practices. Together with relevant stakeholders, the project team develops integrated and innovative sustainable urban mobility solutions, enabling European cities to exchange knowledge, experiences and ideas, and inspire other cities to replicate and adapt the developed solutions to their own contexts.

eBRT2030 seeks to support sustainable urban transport by proposing innovative solutions for electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). A major milestone in electric mobility, eBRT2030 aims to demonstrate the applicability of a new generation of eBRT systems in different urban contexts with innovative solutions that are economically viable and enhanced with new automation and connectivity functionalities.

Climate change and air pollution are of major concern in Europe and worldwide, and public transport is at the core of efforts for achieving sustainable mobility and improving the environmental footprint of urban transport.

BRT is one of the biggest innovations the bus domain has ever seen because of the positive transformative effects on cities in terms of reduction of congestion and air pollution

The Autoritat del Transport Metropolità (ATM) is the regional institution responsible for coordinating mobility services in the Barcelona metropolitan area. Within ATM, the Consorci de Gestió de la Informació i de la Mobilitat (CGIM) manages mobility information and ensures interoperability between transport services. CGIM is currently studying the application of GTFS-Flex, a new extension of the GTFS standard that enables the integration of demand-responsive transport (DRT) and other flexible mobility solutions into public transit systems, improving accessibility and multimodal connectivity.

The lack of accessibility of on-demand services in typical planners is an issue that hinders providing a complete service and ensuring interoperability. GTFS-Flex aims to solve this issue by structuring and standardizing data for flexible transport services.
Nemi participated in a study on the implementation of GTFS-Flex within operational services, assessing its impact on interoperability, efficiency, and user experience. This initiative involved collaboration with transport operators Soler-i-Sauret and Teisa to test the feasibility of integrating flexible mobility services into standardized digital mobility ecosystems.

Nemi Mobility Solutions is contributing to the transformation of public transport operations in Spain through its participation in a strategic initiative under the Spanish PERTE funding program (Expediente: VEC-020100-2022-219). This project aims to enhance the efficiency and flexibility of bus services by developing intelligent digital tools for operators and passengers alike.

Public transport faces the challenge of adapting to varying demand patterns while ensuring cost-effective and sustainable operations. In this context, Nemi’s innovative approach integrates digitalization and data-driven decision-making to optimize bus routes, improve service reliability, and enhance the passenger experience. By building upon its expertise in flexible transport management, Nemi is developing a comprehensive digital platform that enables transport operators to manage scheduled, on-demand, and discretionary services efficiently.

A key focus of the project is the seamless integration of passenger information systems, real-time service tracking, and interactive user engagement tools. The platform will enable structured data management, automated route optimization, and enhanced accessibility features to cater to diverse mobility needs. Additionally, the initiative supports interoperability with other transport modes, aligning with the broader goal of promoting Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solutions in Spain.

Through its participation in this PERTE initiative, Nemi reinforces its commitment to advancing sustainable and intelligent mobility, empowering transport operators with next-generation digital solutions, and improving public transport accessibility for all users.

Project reference number: VEC-020100-2022-219.

Nemi completed a strategic mobility project, with the support of Eurecat, to analyse large-scale mobility data and better understand travel patterns in tourist regions of the province of Tarragona, Catalonia.

At the heart of the project lies a clear ambition: to unlock the full potential of Demand Responsive Transport as a key transformative solution for tourism mobility. Data-driven DRT services can dynamically adapt to real demand, reduce congestion during peak periods, and improve access to both established and emerging destinations, fostering a more balanced, accessible and sustainable tourism ecosystem.

Nemi plays a key role in the MÈRIDA project, an R&D initiative focused on developing electric demand-responsive transport solutions for rural areas. Our work addresses key challenges related to accessibility, efficiency, and sustainability in low-density territories, where traditional public transport systems often fail to meet user needs.

Our involvement includes collaborating with research centers and industry partners to design and test innovative mobility models based on artificial intelligence. These models enable the prediction of transport demand and the dynamic optimization of routes, to improve service efficiency and adapting operations to real-time conditions and user requirements.

Specifically, within MÈRIDA, we contribute to the development of optimized electric fleet management solutions, including intelligent route planning and coordinated charging strategies. The project also explores the integration of advanced technologies such as AI and blockchain to ensure data reliability, traceability, and transparency, supporting more sustainable and data-driven mobility systems.