The SCEWC Side Event: Urban Mobility Forum is a focused public event taking place alongside the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, dedicated to exploring the future of urban transport and mobility. Organised by UITP, the International Association of Public Transport and the world's leading advocate for sustainable urban mobility, the forum takes place on 4 November 2025 and brings together public transport operators, mobility start-ups, city planners, policymakers, and technology providers.
UITP's global network encompasses over 1,800 member organisations in 100 countries, giving the forum unrivalled access to practical expertise and real-world case studies from transit systems around the world. The programme addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities in urban mobility, with key themes including Mobility as a Service platforms and their integration with public transport, the electrification of bus and rail fleets and associated charging infrastructure, autonomous and connected transit technologies and their readiness for deployment, integrated ticketing and digital payment systems that simplify multimodal journeys, and accessibility and inclusive mobility design that ensures transport systems serve all citizens.
Held within the broader context of the Smart City Expo World Congress, the Urban Mobility Forum benefits from the energy and networking opportunities of the world's leading smart city event while providing a dedicated, in-depth space for the mobility community. Sessions combine strategic policy discussions with technical presentations and operator case studies.
This forum is particularly valuable for urban mobility professionals, public transport authorities, municipal transport planners, and mobility technology companies seeking to stay at the forefront of the urban transport transition. UITP's convening authority ensures a programme rich in implementation-focused content and international best practice.