Following the successful stakeholder workshop in the Ljubljana Urban Region, the CulturalRoad activities in Ljubljana Urban Region are now moving into a new phase. The initial workshop brought together a diverse group of regional stakeholders and provided valuable insights into how autonomous mobility is perceived, what expectations exist, and which concerns still need to be addressed.
While participants expressed strong interest in innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, trust, accessibility, and real-life usability emerged as key considerations. The discussions highlighted that future CCAM (Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility) solutions must not only be technologically advanced, but also inclusive and tailored to the needs of different user groups.
Building on these insights, the next step has focused on deepening the understanding of how such solutions could be implemented in practice. As part of our partner Regional Development Agency of Ljubljana urban region‘s engagement with the national innovation ecosystem, they were invited to participate in a meeting organised within the framework of the SRIP PMiS, focusing on smart mobility solutions. The meeting was structured in two thematic sessions. The first session brought together companies interested in the development of innovative mobility solutions, while the second focused on municipalities and development agencies, addressing opportunities and challenges related to the implementation of such solutions in real-life environments.
The meeting offered a valuable opportunity for exchange between technology providers and public stakeholders. During the event, we briefly presented the CulturalRoad project, highlighting its focus on user-centred CCAM solutions, as well as the key mobility challenges faced within the Ljubljana Urban Region.
Looking ahead, the upcoming focus groups will take these discussions further. While the workshop offered a broad overview of perspectives, the focus groups will allow a deeper dive into the experiences, needs, and expectations of specific user groups. In the Ljubljana Urban Region, workshops will be conducted in April and engage elderly, people with mobility impairments, young professionals, and students. By including these diverse perspectives, we aim to ensure that future CCAM solutions respond to real-life mobility needs, lifestyles, and digital literacy levels.
Through these steps, Ljubljana continues to advance the CulturalRoad mission: developing autonomous mobility solutions that are not only innovative, but also accepted, accessible, and aligned with the needs of the communities they serve.
