UITP (Union Internationale des Transports Publics) is the International Association of Public Transport and a passionate champion of sustainable urban mobility. Established in 1885, with more than 135 years of history, it is the only worldwide network to bring together all public transport stakeholders and all sustainable transport modes.
We have more than 1800 members around the world with 16 offices. While UITP’s main office has always been located in Brussels, Belgium, various regional divisions have been established in the last 15 years. Seeking a local presence with our members, UITP has opened 14 liaison and regional offices, two Centres for Transport Excellence and regional training centres across the globe.
What We Do
We are working to enhance quality of life and economic well-being by supporting and promoting sustainable transport in urban areas worldwide.
- We release publications and statistics
- We organise events
- We lead research & innovation projects
- We deliver training sessions
UITP Values
- Respect – We respect members, partners and colleagues, with whom we are working on making cities healthier, more inclusive and sustainable.
- Innovation – We provide a platform that promotes innovation to anticipate mobility needs and inspire pioneering solutions.
- Sharing – We encourage the exchange of ideas and best practices among the sustainable mobility community.
- Expertise – We gather information, best practices and statistics so that we can become the global centre of knowledge for sustainable mobility.
What UITP Offers
For Transport Operators:
- A global knowledge base built up over 129 years, access to the output of our specialist working bodies and assistance from our team of expert staff.
- Benchmarking and networking with 515 operating companies worldwide, including bus, light rail, metro, regional and suburban railways, car-sharing, combined mobility and waterborne transport.
- An extensive online library with over 60,000 references plus an on-demand tailored research service.
- Advocacy actions worldwide and lobbying work with the European Institutions.
For Transport Authorities:
- Knowledge-sharing with our network of more than 200 transport authorities worldwide and help from our dedicated team of experts.
- Possibility to join the Organising Authorities Committee working on sector-defining topics such as mobility policies, urban governance, public transport organisation and funding.
- Access to the output of the Organising Authorities Committee.
- Activities and publications addressing the issues affecting transport authorities.
For Industry:
- An effective platform for business partnerships and joint ventures. UITP unites the industry, operators and authorities. We bring together all industry players, from vehicle and components manufacturers to technology firms and new players in the mobility industry.
- A global network of regional offices providing a bridge to your overseas markets.
- Full access to your customers and potential customers and insight into their needs.
- Overview of market trends and innovations through the UITP work programme.
