Optimizing Bikes and Luggage Transportation in Railway Systems

1.Context:

In recent years, the integration of bicycles and efficient luggage management on board railways has become a critical aspect of modern transportation. As more people seek sustainable travel options, the demand for accessible and accommodating rail services has grown. This webinar aims to explore the multifaceted issues related to the management of bikes and luggage on trains, with a focus on enhancing customer experience while addressing conflicts related to accessibility, capacity, and sustainable mobility.

2.Objectives:

• To understand the current practices and challenges of bike and luggage management on railways around the world.
• To explore the impact of these practices on customer experience.
• To identify conflicts of usage related to accessibility, capacity, and sustainability.
• To discuss innovative solutions and best practices to improve the integration of bikes and luggage on railways.

3. Target Audience:

• Railway industry professionals
• Transportation planners and policymakers
• Sustainable tourism advocates
• Urban mobility experts
• Cycling and travel enthusiasts
• Academics and researchers in transportation and sustainability

4. Expected Outcomes:

• Enhanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities in managing bikes and luggage on railways.
• Increased awareness of the impact of these practices on customer experience and sustainable mobility.
• Identification of actionable solutions to improve rail services in the context of accessibility and capacity.
• Networking opportunities and knowledge sharing among professionals and enthusiasts in the field.

5. Webinar Structure Programme

10:00-10:15 Part 1: Welcome and Opening Remarks (15 minutes)

• Introduction to the webinar and its significance.
• Introduction to UIC CEMP activity
• Overview of the agenda.

10:15-10:45 Keynote speeches (30 minutes)

• Jan Brumagne, Legal Officer at European Commission, DG Move
• Fabian Küster, Director, Advocacy and EU Affairs at European Cyclists’ Federation
• Alessandro Vannucchi, Hitachi Rail, Head of Portfolio

10:45-11:45 Part 2: “The International Landscape of Bikes and Luggage Management on Railways”
(60 minutes)

• “The Global Landscape of Bikes and Luggage Management on Railways”
  • Detailed case studies from selected railways that have successfully integrated bikes and luggage management.

• Denis Brachet, Senior Expert Intermodality, SNCB, Belgium
• Brigitte Matheussen, Lead Architect Train Innovation, NS, The Netherlands
• Magnus Just Hansen, Director of International Affairs, DSB, Denmark
• Marc Guggenheim, Product Manager Bicycles and Reservations, SBB, Switzerland
• Silvia Toffoli, Data Analyst, Trenitalia
• Petra Privsek, Head of Sales and Marketing, SZ-Potniski promet
• Maria Gusarova, UIC Stations Senior Advisor, Rail4Cities EU Project

11:45-12:15 Part 3: Panel Discussion (30 minutes)
Topic: “Balancing Accessibility, Capacity, and Sustainability in Railway Services”

• Panelists: Experts from the railway industry, urban mobility, and sustainable tourism
• Discussion points:
  • Challenges in accommodating bikes and luggage on trains.
  • Impact on customer satisfaction and experience.
  • Strategies to address capacity constraints.
  • Promoting sustainable tourism through improved rail services.

12:15-12:30 Part 4: Closing Remarks (15 minutes)

• Summary of key takeaways from the webinar.
• Future steps and opportunities for further engagement.

If you are interested in joining the workshop, please register here: