Sharing vehicles for faster, low-carbon transport
Snapshot from the future: Mobility as a Service (MaaS) available on demand
MaaS is to put the user at the core of transport services, offering them tailor-made mobility solutions based on their individual needs. MaaS is the integration of various forms of transport modes into a single mobility service accessible on demand. It combines all possible transport modes, enabling users to access services through a single application and single purchase.
MaaS systems aim to integrate local transport (e.g. buses, rail, shared cars, and shared bikes) and intercity transport (e.g. planes, high-speed rail, and long-distance coaches) and provide useful local information like dining, accommodation, shopping, and local tourist attractions. These systems will build on the intelligent scheduling functions of public transport systems, and identify passenger travel models while prioritizing green transport. With online payment functions integrated, MaaS systems can offer travel booking, one-tap itinerary planning, seamless connections between different transport modes, and one-tap payments. MaaS will improve satisfaction with transport services while providing green transport options.
MaaS can bring tangible benefits:
- Individuals can cut their transport costs while enjoying better safety and a better experience.
- Governments can optimize their investment in transport infrastructure for more sustainable urban management and higher citizen satisfaction.
- MaaS will create more opportunities for transport service providers, as they can cut service costs and expand their services.