Mobility transition and transport concepts

Will multi-storey car parks still matter in the cities of the future? The answer is a resounding yes. Multi-storey car parks are evolving into environmentally friendly mobility and service hubs, playing a key role in advancing the mobility transition.

 

Road traffic currently accounts for around a fifth of all greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union 1. To meet the Green Deal’s objective of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, it is essential to establish the prerequisites for the lowest possible emissions in mobility. Prof. Dr. Peter König, Head of Transport and Technology at ADAC Mittelrhein, highlights the significance of holistic parking solutions in this context: “Parking is a crucial factor in urban mobility and, as such, it requires a holistic approach 2.“

 

The challenges ahead are substantial, requiring towns and cities to speed up the mobility transition while improving people’s quality of life. What will mobility look like in the future? What opportunities can we make the most of right now?

 

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Freiburg
  • The city of Freiburg im Breisgau plans to be climate neutral by 2035. Ever since the 1980s, Freiburg has prioritised future-oriented public transport development and sees itself as an ‘easy-access city’. Its latest aim is to reduce CO2 emissions in the transport sector by at least 40 per cent compared to 2010 values by 2030. 1 2 3
  • The Vauban district was designed from the beginning to minimise car traffic. Parked cars take up very little space in public areas here thanks to two cleverly integrated neighbourhood car parks. 4
  • In the Dietenbach district, parking spaces are available in neighbourhood car parks along main traffic routes, with complementary facilities including bicycle repair shops. In this case, onward mobility is supported by car-sharing services. 5

     

© Stadt Freiburg, Link 3D

 

 

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    Mobility strategies

    Strategies for future-proof urban mobility

    The spotlights offer insight into various strategies, both for entirely new forms of mobility set to emerge in the future, and for existing ones that will continue to evolve. The aim here is for mobility to always be safe, inclusive and affordable.

     

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    Intermodality
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    Digital networking
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    Repurposing of public space
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    Sustainability
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    Sustainable forms of mobility
 
How the mobility transition is taking place today

The potential of each mobility solution is limited when considered in isolation. Public transport has yet to significantly reduce private car use as a viable alternative, particularly in smaller communities. While on-demand transport offers great potential with its flexibility, it has not yet hit the tipping point for widespread use. One of the biggest opportunities for improving the service lies in the development of autonomous driving, although it is unlikely that we will see a breakthrough in this area for a few more years. Cities and municipalities need a comprehensive and practical mobility solution that they can put into action today, prioritising sustainability, cost efficiency, and punctuality.

 

If we want to drive the mobility transition forward, we have to optimise our existing resources and, above all, ensure they are more effectively linked. This is where mobility hubs come in: central transport facilities designed to enable smooth transitions from one mode to another, featuring flexible use concepts, high comfort and a range of additional services. These notably include the ability to book parking spaces and other mobility services, access to Wi-Fi, and the availability of charging infrastructure. As a result, society can count on less environmental impact, fewer traffic jams and lower levels of noise pollution for more attractive public spaces all round.

So which mobility hub will it be?

Mobility hubs achieve their full potential when they are part of an integrated network. They are used in urban centres, on city outskirts, and within neighbourhoods to connect urban and rural areas. Depending on the local context, four effective concepts can be defined. 

 

  • Transit hub: Located on the outskirts and along arterial roads to facilitate transfers to local and long-distance transport, bridging urban and rural areas.

     

  • Neighbourhood hub: Available in urban residential and commercial areas, offering spaces for neighbourhood parking, bicycles and shared mobility to enhance the overall appeal of the neighbourhood.

 

 

  • City hub: In a central urban location with multiple public transport and shared mobility connections to make city centres more attractive. 

     

  • Mini hub: Located in city centres and suburbs and equipped with easy public transport connections to enhance inner-city connectivity. 

     

 

 

 

 

We make mobility possible

For over 50 years, GOLDBECK has been delivering future-oriented properties ranging from multi-storey car parks to residential and school buildings. We continuously invest our expertise in planning, construction and operation into new solutions for vibrant cities and neighbourhoods. The future of mobility is unfolding right now – and we’re the ones making it happen. Fuelled by our passion for innovation and pioneering spirit, we love to challenge the status quo. We embrace emerging trends with confidence while staying firmly grounded in the present. Working closely with you, we create the perfect mobility solutions to suit your needs, ensuring maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness every step of the way. Setting the standard for tomorrow’s world.

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