Along with Spoctech Solutions, Steer studied gaps in the existing contractual framework to be able to crystallise key challenges. This was based on extensive stakeholder consultations with existing bus operators, international fleet operators, state transport undertakings (STUs), financiers, charging infrastructure players and OEMs.

The California Integrated Travel Project (Cal-ITP) began in 2018 with the aim of making travel simpler and more cost-effective for travellers and transit agencies throughout the State.

Forecasting passenger demand for the diverse ‘regional flows’ (outside London and the South East) has long posed a challenge for the rail industry. Established demand forecasting guidance has consistently under-forecast the demand growth seen since the turn of the century.