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Start testing FABULOS autonomous buses in 5 European cities

The future is already here. FABULOS autonomous buses make their appearance in 5 European cities for road tests in real conditions.

Gianluca Riccio di Gianluca Riccio
June 18 2020
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Three autonomous bus prototypes will be evaluated in real-life conditions on the roads of five European cities. The tests mark the field trial phase of the project FABULOS (Future Automated Bus Urban Level Operation System) , which aims to accelerate the introduction of new types of automated last mile solutions in Europe. 

The FABULOS project

It focuses on the management of autonomous fleets in the context of public transport systems. Pilot projects have already started Helsinki, Finland, and are expected to continue this month in Gjesdal (Norway) e Tallinn (Estonia), depending on the restrictions dictated by Covid-19. They will follow Lamia (Greece), Helmond (Netherlands) and other cities in the fall.

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Each of the three suppliers participating in the FABULOS project (these are the companies Sensible4-Shotl, Saga and Mobile Civitatem) received up to 1 million euros to drive their autonomous buses in two cities. Field tests of the autonomous vehicles they will last 50 days and will aim to evaluate the functionality, interoperability and safety of the autonomous fleets.

Helsinki, the beginning of everything

The first road test of FABULOS was launched in April in Helsinki. The fleet of three autonomous vehicles travels a circular route, starting from the crowded Pasila train station, at a maximum speed of 40 km per hour. Most of the route is mixed traffic and includes several traffic light junctions, right turn, street side parking and a roundabout. There are three bus stops on the route, and on-demand rides are available via a mobile app.

Jan Vapaavuori, mayor of Helsinki, said: “Helsinki aims to be the most functional city in the world. Innovation to support better urban living conditions is at the heart of our strategy. Therefore, the promotion of sustainable modes of transport is considered a top priority. We aim for a pleasant environment, good accessibility and smooth transportation, as well as reducing the environmental impact. In my opinion, the FABULOS project can contribute significantly to achieving this goal by demonstrating the advantages of autonomous public transport ”.

Technically, FABULOS autonomous buses do not need a driver or steward on board. During the pilot project, however, the fleets will be monitored by a dedicated remote control center. In exceptional situations, a remote operator can authorize the passage of an object, such as a car blocking the road, or take control of vehicles.

The FABULOS project received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program.

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