CARNET’s Participation at the 16th Transport Engineering Conference

The 16th Transport Engineering Conference (CIT 2025) took place in Zaragoza from June 18 to 20 at the School of Engineering and Architecture (EINA) of the University of Zaragoza. Under the theme “Transport-e,” the event focused on efficiency, electrification, ecology, and evolution, which are key concepts shaping the future of mobility. As a national and international benchmark for research and innovation in transport, CIT 2025 once again fostered dialogue between academia, industry, and public authorities, promoting more sustainable, intelligent, and integrated mobility systems.

In this context, CARNET participated in three sessions. The first included a presentation of a conceptual framework for designing an efficient Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for autonomous delivery robots. The work, developed within the frame of the BotNet project, focuses on improving user acceptance by addressing real-world interaction challenges and ensuring intuitive communication between humans and machines.

The second presentation highlighted the ARISE project, which focuses on improving tram safety and efficiency through AI. By using artificial intelligence and real-time data gathered through LiDAR sensors and cameras, ARISE aims to support tram drivers in decision-making, reduce operational risks, and optimize energy use.

Lastly, CARNET contributed to the presentation of REDES. Put forward through the collaboration of UP4, this new project lays the groundwork for the creation of the RITM (Red de Investigación en Transporte y Movilidad). The ultimate goal is to assist political authorities in matters of sustainable and safe transportation, build a national reference network for public administrations, boost synergies between local authorities and industry, and promote innovation and training within the sector.

The conference underscored the urgency of developing mobility solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also sustainable, safe, and user-centered. CARNET’s participation reflected these priorities through the presentation of three key initiatives aimed at improving transportation by combining cutting-edge research, practical application, and institutional alignment, elements that are essential to the success of any project in this field.