Webinar Recap: ITS Estonia & ITS Finland – Unlocking Smart Mobility Collaboration through ISMEF and SMLL
On May 7, members of ITS Estonia and ITS Finland came together for a dynamic and forward-looking joint webinar, exploring the evolving landscape of smart mobility innovation and the collaborative potential offered by the ISMEF initiative and the Smart Mobility Living Lab (SMLL) in London.
Key Highlights
Opening & Introduction to ISMEF
The session began with welcoming remarks and an introduction to ISMEF (Intelligent Solutions for Mobility Export Finland), a platform designed to boost cross-border mobility solutions and promote Nordic-Baltic cooperation in smart transport innovation.
SMLL Opportunities for Companies
Attendees were introduced to the unique value proposition of SMLL, a real-world testbed based in London, enabling companies to test and validate connected and autonomous mobility solutions. SMLL offers access to:
- Instrumented urban roads
- Advanced data platforms
- A collaborative innovation ecosystem
This session highlighted how companies from Finland and Estonia can leverage SMLL for piloting solutions in areas like road safety, traffic management, and multi-source data integration.
City Perspectives: Real-World Challenges
Two urban viewpoints grounded the discussion in practical realities:
- Tallinn’s Perspective shared insights on current challenges and opportunities in implementing smart mobility solutions in the Estonian capital.
- Finnish City Perspective highlighted ongoing projects and needs from a Finnish municipality navigating digital transformation in mobility.
These sessions emphasized the importance of city-industry collaboration and opened the floor to potential joint pilots.
Collaboration & Services
The final session focused on how SMLL can support joint development efforts, offering services ranging from test environments to data analytics and urban infrastructure integration. The conversation emphasized:
- How to access and participate in SMLL projects
- Opportunities for Finnish and Estonian companies to co-develop and scale solutions for broader international impact
Takeaway Message
This webinar underscored the importance of international collaboration in tackling the complex challenges of smart mobility. Both ISMEF and SMLL offer powerful platforms for growth, experimentation, and meaningful cooperation across borders.
For more information about joining upcoming initiatives or testing opportunities at SMLL, contact:
Together, let’s accelerate the future of smart, safe, and sustainable mobility.
