International Cooperation Activities for Next-Generation Transport

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Next-generation transportation and logistics are getting more attention as practical early applications of automated vehicle technology as well as related innovative new services. Low-speed automated shuttles represent one of the major topics in this area and are the subject of demonstrations with several business models targeting improvement in quality of life. Walking always accompanies the use of public transport in daily life. Therefore walking support systems, especially for vulnerable road users, are key to promoting public transport that encompasses upcoming shared mobility. Realizing driverless vehicle is still years away, but several applications making use of automated vehicle technologies are being introduced to contribute reduction in traffic accident fatality.