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POLIS co-signs SLOCAT-led manifesto to transform freight transport
POLIS cosigned the SLOCAT-led Manifesto for intermodal, low-carbon, efficient and resilient freight transport and logistics....
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21/05/2024
![EU urban mobility leaders urge enhanced focus on public transport in next legislative term](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-10.png)
EU urban mobility leaders urge enhanced focus on public transport in next legislative term
Leading voices in European urban mobility call for intensified attention towards public transport in the upcoming legislative term....
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07/05/2024
![European Parliament takes stride towards safer roads and fairer access across the EU](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-9.png)
European Parliament takes stride towards safer roads and fairer access across the EU
Eurocities, POLIS, and CLARS applaud EU Parliament's vote but seek inclusion of all vehicle-access restrictions for fairness....
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30/04/2024
![Connecting Europe Days 2024: City and regional networks call for support for urban nodes within the TEN-T](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-4-copy.png)
Connecting Europe Days 2024: City and regional networks call for support for urban nodes within the TEN-T
During the Connecting Europe Days 2024, the Urban Nodes Alliance issued its recommendations for a stronger TEN-T, with a focus on urban nodes....
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03/04/2024
![Brussels Low Emission Zone credited with improving local air quality](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/0rusgi-fxlg.jpg)
Brussels Low Emission Zone credited with improving local air quality
Recent monitoring by Brussels Environment shows a decrease in key air pollutants in Brussels, and, for the first time, a reduction of up to 30% in NO₂ since 2018 along the city's main roads. What ex...
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11/12/2023
![A missed opportunity: MEPs and Transport Ministers Fail to Address Parking Regulation Compliance](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/fwrtlajtee0.jpg)
A missed opportunity: MEPs and Transport Ministers Fail to Address Parking Regulation Compliance
MEPs and EU Transport Ministers missed a crucial opportunity to address non-compliance with parking regulations - POLIS and EPA respond....
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08/12/2023
![POLIS and EUROCITIES call for strong Euro 7 standards to improve air quality](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/E7-V3.png)
POLIS and EUROCITIES call for strong Euro 7 standards to improve air quality
Ambitious emissions standards are needed to improve air quality and safeguard the wellbeing of citizens in the EU....
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26/09/2023
![Barcelona Declaration sets new ambition for sustainable transport in the EU](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/4487668812_be94ddd1dc_k.jpg)
Barcelona Declaration sets new ambition for sustainable transport in the EU
The Barcelona Declaration calls for EU-wide interconnectivity, gender inclusivity, decarbonisation, and support for transport jobs....
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26/09/2023
![POLIS welcomes the European Parliament’s vote for stricter air quality standards](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-5.png)
POLIS welcomes the European Parliament’s vote for stricter air quality standards
On 13 September, the European Parliament voted in favour of tightening limits on air pollutants and harmonising indices across the EU....
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21/09/2023
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EU will boost free movement for persons with disabilities
A new legislative proposal from the European Commission aims to ensure EU-wide access to mobility and parking for persons with disabilities....
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07/09/2023
![Updated regulations and financial instruments: POLIS & ERRIN explore Urban Nodes in the TEN-T](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/3.png)
Updated regulations and financial instruments: POLIS & ERRIN explore Urban Nodes in the TEN-T
POLIS & ERRIN convened a meeting in Brussels on 6 July to discuss the latest revisions to the TEN-T regulation and the impact on Urban Nodes....
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13/07/2023
![POLIS, TDA, and C40 update their How-to-Guide Zero-Emission Zones in the City](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-25.jpg)
POLIS, TDA, and C40 update their How-to-Guide Zero-Emission Zones in the City
POLIS, Transport Decarbonisation Alliance (TDA) and C40 cities launched an updated How-to Guide, "Zero-Emission Zones in the City"!...
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25/05/2023
![EMT Madrid unveils new state-of-the-art electrification infrastructure](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-77.png)
EMT Madrid unveils new state-of-the-art electrification infrastructure
Madrid and EMT Madrid present city's state-of-the-art electrification infrastructure at its bus depot in Carabanchel....
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13/03/2023
![POLIS named as pioneer in new publication on gender equal mobility](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/MicrosoftTeams-image-7-1400x928-1.jpg)
POLIS named as pioneer in new publication on gender equal mobility
The Left in the European Parliament has published a study better integrating the gender perspective into transport policy, including POLIS....
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10/03/2023
![Fit for 55: European Parliament votes on zero-emission for cars and vans](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-45.png)
Fit for 55: European Parliament votes on zero-emission for cars and vans
The European Parliament approved the zero-emissions reduction targets for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles....
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20/02/2023
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SUMP/SKUP Türkiye starts strong with kick-off event in Ankara
The official launch of the EU Support for Sustainable Urban Mobility in Cities (SKUP Türkiye) was held in Ankara on 1 February 2023....
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07/02/2023
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Porto Metropolitan Area establishes permanent office in Brussels
Porto Metropolitan Area opened its first-ever permanent representation office in Brussels! POLIS attended the event celebrating the launch....
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06/02/2023
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SMALL puts the focus on shared mobility for ALL
SMALL kick-off - the new Interreg North Sea Region project Shared multimodal Mobility for ALL (SMALL) aims to change this dynamic to ensure these solutions can be shared by all....
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23/01/2023
![Press release: Introducing URBANE, a new Horizon Europe project on last-mile deliveries](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/mika-baumeister-WOn90Iui_08-unsplash-2000x1333.jpg)
Press release: Introducing URBANE, a new Horizon Europe project on last-mile deliveries
URBANE (Upscaling Innovative Green Urban Logistics Solutions Through Multi-Actor Collaboration and Physical Internet (PI) - Inspired Last Mile Deliveries) is a 42-month project co-funded by the new Ho...
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17/12/2022
![Press release: Introducing LENS, a new Horizon Europe project on noise and air pollution](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/haitam-elkadiri-QBKDI_o5-E8-unsplash-2000x1333.jpg)
Press release: Introducing LENS, a new Horizon Europe project on noise and air pollution
LENS (L-vehicles Emissions and Noise mitigation Solutions) is a 36-months project that kicked off in September 2022....
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17/12/2022
![Gender equal mobility: beyond the ‘vulnerable user’ paradigm](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1669971727129.png)
Gender equal mobility: beyond the ‘vulnerable user’ paradigm
Changing the ways we discuss gender equal mobility is key to driving further change. A panel of experts from across the sector explore...
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06/12/2022
![EC acknowledges cities and regions efforts for a more ambitious EURO 7 without delay](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/matt-boitor-I74mkR_3OP0-unsplash-2000x1333.jpg)
EC acknowledges cities and regions efforts for a more ambitious EURO 7 without delay
Advocacy works! European Commission acknowledges cities and regions recommendations pushing for a more ambitious EURO 7 without delay....
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07/09/2022
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Concrete amendments to TEN-T legislation proposed
POLIS and European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) release proposals for concrete amendments to the legislation on TEN-T guidelines....
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29/06/2022
![Alternative fuels regulation: bring local & regional actors on board!](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-29.png)
Alternative fuels regulation: bring local & regional actors on board!
POLIS, Eurocities, and CEMR/CCRE are taking action to include local and regional authorities in alternative fuels regulation. In a joint letter, the three leading networks state the importance of loca...
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24/06/2022
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Latest European Shared Mobility Index published
European Shared Mobility Index, supported by POLIS and published by fluctuo, has been released outlining market growth....
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15/06/2022
![POLIS calls on EP to push for more ambitious CO2 targets](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-22.png)
POLIS calls on EP to push for more ambitious CO2 targets
POLIS has joined a broad coalition calling on the European Parliament Environment Committee to push for more ambitious CO2 targets for cars and vans....
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06/05/2022
![POLIS and Eurocities subscribe letter to European Commission about EURO 7/VII](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/POLIS-website-News-and-event-format-17.png)
POLIS and Eurocities subscribe letter to European Commission about EURO 7/VII
POLIS and Eurocities have sent a joint letter to the European Commission expressing concern about the upcoming EURO 7/VII and urging more ambitious, straightforward, and effective action....
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02/05/2022
![Smart Dublin’s thought leadership on MaaS for Ireland](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Screenshot-43-1024x632-1.png)
Smart Dublin’s thought leadership on MaaS for Ireland
Smart Dublin has released a report outlining a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) model for Ireland led by public authorities, examining milestones reached, the next steps required, and which stakeholders h...
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25/04/2022
![POLIS’ Political Group summit in Paris: Leadership rules!](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/POLIS-Political-Group.png)
POLIS’ Political Group summit in Paris: Leadership rules!
(Paris, 18th of March 2022) High-level political leaders in charge of mobility in key European cities and regions convened in Paris for a summit on the future of sustainable urban mobility – to disc...
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28/03/2022
![Urban Transport Group publishes report on future of e-scooters](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/niklasfotografics-FVb73yjKeTI-unsplash-1335x2000.jpg)
Urban Transport Group publishes report on future of e-scooters
The Urban Transport Group just published a new report on local regulatory frameworks and the future of e-scooters. The report calls for a new national enabling framework to give locally accountable tr...
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11/03/2022
![3rd POLIS-EPA webinar: Parking goes digital!](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/image-epa.png)
3rd POLIS-EPA webinar: Parking goes digital!
POLIS, the European Parking Association (EPA) and PARK4SUMP convened to discuss digitalization and the parking eco-system. Here is all you need to know about the webinar!...
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11/03/2022
![Eurelectric and EY release report on accelerating e-mobility](https://www.polisnetwork.eu/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/michael-fousert-XRx5tcRsHEU-unsplash-2000x1334.jpg)
Eurelectric and EY release report on accelerating e-mobility
Eurelectric just released a new report with EY on accelerating e-mobility. The report, examines capacity for turning electric vehicles into a grid asset....
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14/02/2022