NODES

New Tools for Design and Operation of Urban Transport Interchanges.

NODES was a three-year research European project, focusing on the efficient integration of public transport services. NODES built a toolbox to support European cities in the design and operation of new or upgraded interchanges, as a way to provide greater support, services and satisfaction to travellers and users.

These tools were identified under five topics (which correspond to transport interchanges’ key functions):

• land use and infrastructure
• design
• intermodality and ICT
• management and business models
• energy and environment

They were tested in nine European cities engaged in substantial development or upgrading activities, which provided a feedback loop for their improvement.

Key deliverables:

• Final Report Summary - NODES available here

The project was funded by the European Commission's Directorate General for Mobility and Transport through the FP7 Programme.