metaCCAZE: Pioneering the Future of Urban Mobility with Innovative Use Cases

The Horizon Europe project metaCCAZE has reached a key milestone with the release of its latest deliverable, which outlines the co-design and prototyping of twelve innovative Use Cases (UCs). These UCs aim to accelerate the deployment of smart, shared, and zero-emission mobility solutions in four Trailblazer Living Labs (T-LLs): Amsterdam, Munich, Limassol, and Tampere. Focused on addressing pressing urban mobility challenges, these solutions pave the way for sustainable, climate-friendly transport for passengers and freight.

Tailored Solutions for Trailblazer Living Labs

Each T-LL has developed UCs that cater to its unique urban and environmental needs:

Amsterdam:

1. Autonomous Electric Waterborne Vessels for logistics in the Port of Amsterdam, with future expansion into the city center.
2. Speed Management for Connected E-Bikes to enhance safety through adaptive speed controls in areas like Vondel Park.
3. Intermodal Waste Collection using cargo bikes and electric ships for efficient city-center waste management.
4. Tradable Mobility Credits (TMC) to manage traffic-related environmental impacts.
   Digital twinning environments will support these UCs by enabling visualisation and monitoring.

Munich:

1. Dynamic Curbside Management with digital mapping and connected zero-emission vehicles for last-mile transport.
2. Multimodal Logistics Hub combining cargo bikes and energy-efficient vehicles to reduce traffic and improve safety.

Limassol:

1. On-Demand Electric Mini-Buses initially for school transport, optimised using AI.
2. Shared E-Bike Service with AI-managed docking and charging stations.
3. Multimodal Passenger Hub integrating different transport modes for seamless connectivity.
4. Transport and Energy Integration via an IoT platform connecting EVs, charging stations, and the electricity grid.

Tampere:

1. Autonomous E-Shuttles remotely operated and supported by a Remote-Control Center.
2. Tram-Feeder Service connecting automated shuttles with tram lines to extend coverage areas.

Laying the Foundation for a Sustainable Future

This deliverable captures the achievements of the first nine months of the project (January–September 2024). The foundational work includes a Status Quo Map, providing a snapshot of each T-LL’s current capabilities, stakeholder needs, and data availability. It also details the creation of Business Innovation and Governance Models (BIGMs) to ensure effective collaboration and value creation.

The co-creation process followed a metaDesign methodology, engaging stakeholders through workshops and iterative feedback. This approach allowed each T-LL to prototype smart systems, services, and governance models, ensuring adaptability and scalability across Europe.

Towards Implementation and Cross-Learning

The prototypes developed will undergo further refinement to ensure readiness for implementation in 2025. Lessons learned from the T-LLs will guide the transfer of solutions to six Follower Living Labs (F-LLs) across Europe. Future steps include the development of a Standardised Impact Evaluation Framework (SIEF) and planning cross-fertilisation activities to share insights among T-LLs, F-LLs, and other stakeholders.

The work achieved so far positions metaCCAZE as a frontrunner in advancing zero-emission urban mobility, contributing to Europe’s broader goals of sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity in urban transport systems.

Download and read the full deliverable here.