Using data to rethink the architecture of transport

SINGAPORE is a country that embraces change, and has been constantly re-inventing itself for many years. It is also one of the European Union's key trading partners in the Asia-Pacific region and a strategic partner for the EU in the transport and mobility sector.

This is a great moment to inspire and learn from one another as both Singapore and the EU are equally committed to making transport more sustainable, efficient and safe. Transport causes one trillion euros (S$1.5 trillion) of negative externalities per year in the EU alone: it accounts for around a quarter of all emissions, greenhouse gas and others. The sector and all those who work in it have thus a special responsibility to help reduce emissions, to help save the planet and improve the quality of life.

During my visit to Singapore this week where I attend the Intelligent Transport System World Congress, I will be presenting the EU's holistic approach to growth and sustainability with a focus on digitalisation and intelligent transport systems (ITS).