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Current status, characteristics and issues in international transport research cooperation and thematic priorities and suggestions for future research cooperation with EU EURNEX Association tasks and objectives Horizon 2020 The EU Framework Programme for Research And Innovation (2014-2020)
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Current status, characteristics and issues in international transport research cooperation and thematic priorities and suggestions for future research cooperation with EU EURNEX Association tasks and objectives Horizon 2020The EU Framework Programme for Research And Innovation (2014-2020) EUTRAIN EUropean Transport Research Area INternational cooperation activities Supported by Institute for Transport Policy Studies, Tokyo EURNEX Association, Berlin Assist. Prof.Dr.h.c. Wolfgang H. Steinicke
ITPS & TSB/FAV Strategyfor International Cooperation • Long term process towards a trustful partnership • To overcome barriers and define fields of cooperation
Passenger Freight GDP Economic Growth & Welfare Challenging Transport and Mobility Passenger&Freight Transport Gross Domestic Product Expectations of development p.a.2000 - 2015 GDP: + 1.6 % Freight Transport: + 2.6 % Pax Transport: + 1.3 % 1,0 % increasing GDP corresponds to 1,6 % increasing freight transport capacity
Freight Transport Road transport Road Ship Road infrastr. investm. Rail Transport Capacity vs. Limited Resources Gap between infrastructure investments and transport volume Freight transport by mode Projected modal split 2020 (in %, EU25) Projected modal split 2020 (in %, EU25) Source: ERRAC, May 2007 Due to limited resources building of infrastructure is restricted. Intelligent and efficient solutions including safety and security improvements help to close the gap.
The Future Market by 2050 Freight transport to grow from 439 (1000t, Mio tkm) to 1590 (1000t, Mio tkm) White Paper target (vs. 2010*) the amount of cross border freight transport is equalising to inland transport (D 50%, 2004) economic-ecological & political needs to foster rail transportation & co-modality The Strategic Way Ahead ERRAC’s Vision and Integrated Concept for Rail Transport 2050 expresses the focus on: Frontier, applied / focused research, development & demonstration to market uptake for a sustainable rail system. Market Requirements for Managing the Future The European Rail System is facing a challenging situation Market Requirements demand for a more competitive future European Rail System with contribution of integrated rail research in a co-modal environment
EURNEX Association • OBJECTIVES • Integrate the fragmented European Rail research landscape • Promote the railway contribution to sustainable transport policy • Improve the competitiveness of the Railway sector and industry • Providing expertise of thescientificcommunitytoSRA's / Working Groups • Translating SRA into operational projects / joint programming • TargetedCSA'sfor EC, ERRAC andothercustomers EURNEX 500 Researchers 48 Institutions561 registered projects Total MM: 18.147 MM Total project volume: ca. 187 Mio € • EURNEX management and business tasks • EURNEX EURail • Product qualification methods • Gender equality activities • KMS – Knowledge Management System Corporate Services POLES STRATEGY AND ECONOMICS SAFETY AND SECURITY OPER.& SYST. PERFORMANCE ENVIR & ENERGY EFFICIENCY HUMAN FACTORS INFRASTR. (& SIGNALLING) PRODUCT QUAL: METHODS INTELLIGENT MOBILITY HUMAN FACTORS ROLLING STOCK TRAINING & EDUCATION
EURNEX achievements to date to promote the future European Rail system • EURNEX providesservices in: • Organisedexcellentresearch in cost-performance-scheduleforinnovations • Knowledge Management (KMS) atcompetitiveedge • Training and Education (EURNEXEURAIL) fortherailprofessionals of thefuture • ProductQualificationMethodssupportforrailsystemharmonisation In the EURNEX Knowledge ManagementSystem registered capabilities 561 registered projects 48 member institutions Total MM: 18.147 MM Total project volume: ca. 187 Mio € Innovative Production Methodes EURNEX provides services to meet customers’ requirements to increase quality, capacity and efficiency and to reduce environmental impact
Step by step towards the competitive rail system of the future and the European Research Area White Paper & ERRAC Vision 2050, a vision to be completed with EURNEX members‘ competencies EURNEX driven FP7 and Horizon 2020 projects Near² EUTRAIN,DETRA, Smartrail Access2all FreigthVision TrioTran FuturRail/SkillRail CETRRA Selcat EUDDplus InteGRail ModTrain/ModLink EURNEX EUDD SAFETRAIN • Scientists committed to provide innovative ideas and technologies within the partnership's triangle framework of industry, operators and scientists • EURNEX with its interdisciplinary members is ready to support modernisation and competitiveness of the rail system 2050 • EURNEX raising its voice for scientific rail & transport research, DETRA and innovation in the EU-27 is ready for international & world wide research cooperation linked to the grand challenges & EC White Paper & ERA completion.
based onEuropean Commission’s View onThe EU Framework Programme For Research And Innovation(2014-2020)
WHITE PAPER Roadmap to a Single European Transport Area – Towards a competitive and resource efficient transport system (I/II), 10 policy goals Developing and deploying new and sustainable fuels and propulsion systems Halve the use of ‘conventionally-fuelled’ cars in urban transport by 2030; phase them out in cities by 2050; achieve essentially CO2-free city logistics in major urban centres by 2030. Low-carbon sustainable fuels in aviation to reach 40% by 2050; also by 2050 reduce EU CO2 emissions from maritime bunker fuels by 40% (if feasible 50%). Optimising the performance of multimodal logistic chains, by making greater use of more energy-efficient modes 30% of road freight over 300 km should shift to other modes such as rail or waterborne transport by 2030, and more than 50% by 2050, facilitated by efficient and green freight corridors. To meet this goal will also require appropriate infrastructure to be developed. By 2050, complete a European high-speed rail network. Triple the length of the existing high-speed rail network by 2030 and maintain a dense railway network in all Member States. By 2050 the majority of medium-distance passenger transport should go by rail. A fully functional and EU-wide multimodal TEN-T ‘core network’ by 2030, with a high quality and capacity network by 2050 and a corresponding set of information services. By 2050, connect all core network airports to the rail network, preferably high-speed; ensure that all core seaports are sufficiently connected to the rail freight and, where possible, inland waterway system.
WHITE PAPER Roadmap to a Single European Transport Area – Towards a competitive and resource efficient transport system (II/II), 10 policy goals Increasing the efficiency of transport and of infrastructure use with information systems and market-based incentives Deployment of the modernised air traffic management infrastructure (SESAR) in Europe by 2020 and completion of the European Common Aviation Area. Deployment of equivalent land and waterborne transport management systems (ERTMS, ITS, SSN and LRIT, RIS). Deployment of the European Global Navigation Satellite System (Galileo). By 2020, establish the framework for a European multimodal transport information, management and payment system. By 2050, move close to zero fatalities in road transport. In line with this goal, the EU aims at halving road casualties by 2020. Make sure that the EU is a world leader in safety and security of transport in all modes of transport. Move towards full application of “user pays” and “polluter pays” principles and private sector engagement to eliminate distortions, including harmful subsidies, generate revenues and ensure financing for future transport investments.
Creation of the Single European Transport Area – common rules, infrastructures, seamless mobility for persons and freight, reduction of costs and more sustainability. It consists of: The Single European Sky to increase the capacity of airspace and quality of airports. The Single European Railway Area to abolish all technical, administrative and legal obstacles for entry to national railway markets. A further integration of the road freight market will render road transport more efficient and competitive. The maritime “Blue Belt” to simplify formalities for ships travelling between EU ports, and provide a suitable framework for inland waterway transport. More market access to ports. More sustainability and environmental friendliness across the modes and areas (especially in urban transport) White Paper Key elements 1/2
More emphasis on the international cooperation dimension (“Transport is fundamentally international”) among others through: High priority to opening up third country markets in transport services, products and investments. Promotion of safety, security, privacy and environmental standards worldwide through bilateral and multilateral cooperation. Extending EU transport and infrastructure policy to EU’s immediate neighbours (preparation of mobility continuity plans, deliver closer market integration, establish a cooperation framework similar to on the Western Balkan Transport Treaty). Complete the European Common aviation area of 58 countries and 1 billion inhabitants. Cooperate with the Mediterranean partners in the implementation of a Mediterranean Maritime Strategy to enhance maritime safety, security and surveillance. Promote SESAR, ERTMS and ITS technology deployment in the world. Establish research and innovation partnerships at international level. ( see also Commission Communication on “Partnership between the European Union and Africa” COM(2009)301) White Paper Key elements 2/2
Commission proposal for a 80 billion euro research and innovation funding programme (2014-20) Part of proposals for next EU budget, complementing Structural Funds, education, etc. A core part of Europe 2020, Innovation Union & European Research Area: Responding to the economic crisis to invest in future jobs and growth Addressing peoples’ concerns about their livelihoods, safety and environment. Strengthening the EU’s global position in research, innovation and technology What is Horizon 2020
Investment in R&D is part of the solution to exit from the economic crises
Three priorities: 1 Excellent science2 Industrial leadership3 Societal challenges
Why: World class science is the foundation of tomorrow’s technologies, jobs and wellbeing Europe needs to develop, attract and retain research talent Researchers need access to the best infrastructures Priority 1 Excellent science
Why: Strategic investments in key technologies (e.g. advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics) underpin innovation across existing and emerging sectors Europe needs to attract more private investment in research and innovation Europe needs more innovative SMEs to create growth and jobs Priority 2 Industrial leadership
Why: Concerns of citizens and society/EU policy objectives (climate, environment, energy, transport etc) cannot be achieved without innovation Breakthrough solutions come from multi-disciplinary collaborations, including social sciences & humanities Promising solutions need to be tested, demonstrated and scaled up Priority 3 Societal challenges
For SMEs - dedicated SME projects to address societal challenges and enabling technologies For all regions– tailored support to policy learning, twinning, networking, complementing Structural Funds For international partners– broad access to Horizon 2020 (“mainstreaming”), strategic initiatives where there is mutual benefit For all forms of innovation- social innovation, services, pilots, stimulating demand through public procurement, standard setting Broader access
International cooperation in research and innovation is a key aspect of the Union’s global commitments and has an important role to play in the Union’s partnership with developing countries, such as progressing towards the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. Three major country groupings of priority interest: industrialized and emerging economies; enlargement and neighborhood countries; and developing countries. Will also promote cooperation at regional or multilateral level. Article 21 of Horizon 2020 sets out the general principles for participation of Organizations from third countries and international Organizations. HORIZON 2020: The international cooperation focus
EUTRAINEUropeanTransport Research Area INternational cooperation activities Assist. Prof.Dr.h.c. Wolfgang H. Steinicke EURNEX Secretary General wsteinicke@eurnex.eu
Project’s Objectives • A framework for international transport research cooperation laid down by “A strategic European Framework for International Science and Technology Cooperation”[COM(2008) 588 final] • Identify countries’ research capabilities, investment, future priorities and potential for cooperation with the EU in the prospect of mutual interest, in major regions of importance to the ERA-T • Consider and discuss current practices for research governance and management, barriers, gaps and diversions for international transport research cooperation • Assess the benefits or added value to ERA-T and the prospective synergies from such closer international cooperation • Investigate alternative cooperation models and tools • Disseminate European know how and practices in transport research
“Network of Related Entities - RE” Organizations with which the project will create contact and keep correspondence as a way of sounding their opinions, views and reactions to the project’s findings and proposals, i.e. as a kind of “Advisory Board” Organizations from:
Expected Outcomes • Current practices – characteristics – and issues in international transport research cooperationin the regions and countries that are examined related to the topics of interest. • Research Topics and future priorities for international transport research cooperationas well as the capabilities for potential future cooperation with the EU in all regions examined. • Towards a Framework for EU international transport research cooperation (Topics, Organisational models and tools, and other Recommendations).
Final Conference This conference will aim to: • Gather together all entities involved with the project, as well as other relevant stakeholders and provide a forum for interactions and exchange of experiences. • Examine and debate all project results and findings so far. • Provide new inputs and experiences that can be further utilized in the project for the finalization of its conclusions and recommendations. • Disseminate European experiences and know-how.
Questions for the discussion • What is your understanding and expectation from an EU policy in “International Cooperation” in the field of Transport. • Based on your experience from cooperative research in general and international cooperative research in particular, what are the main factors hindering such cooperation up to now (e.g. funding, programming, research governance issues, lack of information on existing opportunities, human resources, etc.) • What are your suggestions on thematic priorities and agenda/framework towards the future research cooperation activities with the EU. • Any other relevant issues that each participant may like to raise will be welcomed.