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Finland an innovation leader in EU
The European Innovation Scoreboard 2022 slots Finland second behind Sweden in terms of innovation performance, with both countries earning the status of an innovation leader. Sweden and Finland were both dubbed innovation leaders in the scoreboard, performing at a rate that is almost 136 per cent of the EU average. The former edged out the latter Read more
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New aerospace research centre to accelerate aviation business in Finland
The LIFT Future Aerospace Centre has started its operation in Finland at the beginning of September. LIFT will bring together actors from the private, public and R&D sectors to create new aviation innovations in response to the growing demand. At this point, the partners joining the innovation cluster with the host organisation Redstone AERO Oy Read more
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The first Nysse line operated by a robot bus is coming – Tampere to launch regular robot bus operations this year
The first Nysse line operated by a “robobus” is to start in Tampere’s Hervanta neighbourhood later this year Tampere will be the first Finnish city to launch robot busses in regular public transit this year. Although the minibuses are self-driving, there will be a human conductor on board during the initial phase of their rollout. Read more
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Australia’s longest EV highway to feature Kempower rapid charging technology
JET Charge will supply 42 Kempower C-Stations along the new EV highway in Western Australia. Stretching for more than 5,300 kilometers, the project is one of the world’s longest single EV infrastructure projects. Once the EV highway is completed, drivers will be able to access 98 EV chargers spread across 49 locations, at no more Read more
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PayiQ and Ukrainian Symbol Transport Sign Partnership Agreement
Finnish smart ticketing forerunner PayiQ and Ukrainian software company Symbol Transport, a leading provider of automated fare collection systems, have signed a partnership agreement in early August 2022. Collaboration framework will involve the launch of PayiQ’s virtual travel card in Ukraine as a part of a closed loop system. Virtual transport card is a cutting-edge Read more
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Self-Driving Pilot in Finland a Success
Finland Finnish self-driving technology company Sensible 4 has carried out a successful autonomous driving pilot in Tampere, Finland, despite the worst and most challenging winter conditions in years. The pilot, which started in January and lasted for 2.5 months, aimed to see how autonomous vehicles work with public transportation networks and collect feedback from users. Read more
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Data Analysis Reveals the Intricate Relationship Between Air Quality and Transport
Driving Sustainability: Transport for West Midlands Harnesses Environmental and Transport Data Integration to Bolster Local Transport Plan Vaisala’s Data Empowers Sustainable Transport Schemes: Transport for West Midlands Utilizes Weather and Environmental Sensors, Partnered with VivaCity Traffic Monitoring Sensors, to Measure Carbon Emissions and Air Quality, Driving Climate-Friendly Transportation Initiatives. The West Midlands is the second Read more
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Finland Takes Flight: Fintraffic Sky Sets New Benchmark in Digital Airspace Management
Finland has once again proven its leadership in intelligent mobility with the launch of Fintraffic Sky, a cutting-edge digital aviation service platform by Fintraffic ANS, in collaboration with AstraUTM, a Thales Company, and Finnish IT powerhouse Solita. This next-generation platform integrates all essential aviation services into one user-friendly interface—serving pilots, drone operators, and authorities like Read more
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Varjo Headsets Power First FAA-Approved VR Flight Simulator, Revolutionizing Pilot Training
Developed by Loft Dynamics, the simulator allows U.S. pilots to officially receive credit toward pilot ratings from training in virtual reality. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has officially approved a virtual reality-based flight training solution for the first time, marking a significant milestone in aviation training. Developed by Loft Dynamics, a global leader in Read more
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Green Mobility Pilot in Helsinki
PayiQ is taking part in an innovative green mobility project designed to encourage more sustainable travel choices. By influencing passengers’ route and transport decisions, the initiative promotes eco-friendly options. The pilot project is currently underway in Helsinki. PayiQ is a technical provider in EU-funded ACUMEN project that aspires to affect passengers’ route and transport choices in order Read more