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Collaborating for smarter mobility: VTM engages with EIT Urban Mobility students
This week, VTM had the pleasure of welcoming two groups of students from the International Master’s in Urban Mobility by EIT Urban Mobility, currently attending the first year of the programme in Lisbon at Instituto Superior Técnico and IGOT – Instituto de Geografia e Ordenamento do Território da Universidade de Lisboa. The meetings and presentations […]
From Brazil’s CNG lesson to Europe’s hydrogen test
Other articles on the application of hydrogen technologies in transport are still accessible on our website: first, second and third. The chicken-and-egg problem Hydrogen’s promise as a road fuel has long been shadowed by a stubborn chicken-and-egg problem: drivers will not buy vehicles if they cannot refuel them, while investors hesitate to build stations before […]
Industry Leaders Gather to Discuss the Challenges of Transport Decarbonisation
VTM was pleased to take part in the 2nd session of the “Mobilidade Mais Talks” lecture series, promoted by Eurotransporte in partnership with Transtejo/Soflusa, with the institutional support of TML – Transportes Metropolitanos de Lisboa and AML – Área Metropolitana de Lisboa. The session held last Tuesday included a roundtable on “Decarbonisation in Transport”, moderated […]
Spain prioritises work-related mobility with new regulatory timeline
The recent approval of Royal Decree-Law 7/2026 introduces a significant change in the implementation of Spain’s Sustainable Mobility Law (Law 9/2025), substantially reducing the timeframe for companies to implement workplace mobility plans. [Spanish version below] Until now, the adaptation period was expected to be around two years from the entry into force of the law. […]
VTM welcomes Laísa Braga Kappler
VTM is pleased to announce the addition of Laísa Braga Kappler, further strengthening our capabilities in transport modelling and sustainable mobility analysis. Laísa joins VTM with a strong academic and research background in transport systems. She holds a degree in Civil Engineering, a Master’s in Transport Systems Engineering, and a PhD from Instituto Superior Técnico […]
Co-creating the future of mobility in Alentejo Central
On 12 February, the Palácio de Dom Manuel in Évora hosted a key milestone for sustainable mobility in the Alentejo Central region, with the participatory working sessions of the 2nd-generation Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) promoted by CIMAC – Comunidade Intermunicipal do Alentejo Central. At VTM, we are proud to support CIMAC in the development […]
Collaborative mobility planning takes a major step forward in Alto Minho
This week, Ponte de Lima hosted an important milestone for sustainable mobility in the Alto Minho region, with the working sessions of the 2nd-generation Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan of Alto Minho (SUMP Alto Minho), promoted by CIM Alto Minho. At VTM, we are proud to support CIM Alto Minho in the development of a new-generation […]
VTM welcomes Oriol Riba and Alessandra Bernardi
VTM is pleased to announce the addition of two highly experienced professionals, Oriol Riba and Alessandra Bernardi, further strengthening our capabilities across infrastructure advisory and transport modelling. Oriol Riba joins VTM as a Senior Associate Director with more than fourteen years of experience in the infrastructure sector, with a strong focus on transport and additional exposure to energy […]
Welcoming our 2025 joiners
2025 has been a very busy and exciting year at VTM. As our teams have continued to grow during 2025, we are pleased to introduce several colleagues who have joined VTM over the last months. Tiago Costa, Beyza Koç, and Miguel Alves have each become part of our day-to-day work and are already contributing across […]
New study reveals how street network layout shapes urban mobility cultures across Europe
A collaboration including VTM’s Cristian Adorean uncovers fresh insights into the relationship between city design and travel behaviour. A new study published in Cities examines how the layout of street networks—measured as “circuity”—relates to varied mobility cultures across 41 European cities. Co-authored by VTM senior consultant Cristian Adorean, the research explores how urban environments shape […]
Key challenges to widespread adoption of clean hydrogen in urban mobility: a chicken-and-egg problem?
This is the third article of a trilogy about the application of hydrogen technologies in transport. The first one and the second one are still accessible on our website. Our previous article briefly introduces the tech under the hood of fuel cell vehicles (FCV) and their main advantages over battery electric vehicles (BEV). Depending […]
Micromobility, mandatory insurance, and the case of pedelecs: between European law and the Portuguese transposition
The rapid surge in the use of electric vehicles — notably e-scooters, cargo bikes, and pedal-assist bicycles (pedelecs), among other forms of micromobility — has introduced new challenges in the realm of road safety. In response to this evolving landscape, the European Union (EU) introduced regulatory measures aimed at safeguarding users through mandatory third-party liability […]
Bridging practice and research: VTM contributes to the Scientific Community
VTM provides expert consultancy across all transport modes, supporting clients worldwide with tailored and distinctive solutions. Our work spans across different sectors, from urban mobility, public transport, logistics, roads, traffic engineering and policy design, to the fast-evolving world of aviation and airport systems. While our primary focus is on delivering practical and actionable insights to […]
Low Emission Zones in focus: VTM deepens knowledge and practice
On 2 June, VTM, represented by Diana Botelho and Cristian Adorean, attended the Low-E Zone course, focused on Low Emission Zones (LEZs). This initiative, organised by EIT Urban Mobility and carried out in collaboration with the Institute of Geography and Spatial Planning (IGOT), the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) and the Centre for Innovation in Territory. […]
Free public transport for tourists: sustainable mobility or urban challenge?
As of 1 May 2025, Salzburg, Austria (≈ 154,000 inhabitants) introduced the Guest Mobility Ticket, offering free public transport to overnight visitors. Funded through an accommodation-based mobility fee, this ticket grants unlimited access to regional trains, city buses, and shuttle services, emphasising Salzburg’s commitment to sustainable tourism. Free public transport: A broader European context Across […]
High-Speed progress: how liberalization is shaping rail in Europe
VTM Senior Associate Director Miguel Sena e Silva delivered a keynote presentation at the Transportes&Negócios 2025 Railway Transport Seminar, held in Oporto on May 15, 2025. The session brought together stakeholders from across the rail sector to explore opportunities, challenges, and future trends in railway transport. In this presentation, titled “Liberalization of Passenger Rail Transport: […]
