Often found in central locations, train stations across the country are regaining passengers after decades of being sidelined by the convenience of cars. From retail centres to coworking spaces, how can train stations cater for the journeys of the future while better serving their communities?

Across Europe, sleeper trains are experiencing a resurgence as people look to travel outside of their pandemic bubble. Seen as cost-effective, eco-friendly, and social distance-savvy, these types of trips harken back to a romantic era of travel while putting people’s minds at ease in the COVID-19 context.

With the flight shame movement taking hold of Europe, people are increasingly opting for more sustainable routes over last-minute flight deals. To facilitate this, Austria has expanded its night train services as the transport sector responds to growing demands for slower travel options.

Could the 15-minute city gain ground post-pandemic? What safety concerns will arise as people get back on the road? And how can mobility-as-a-service democratise transit? In this part of the 2021 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the rising importance of safe and inclusive transport.