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27.10.25

Smart Bus Line Takes Shape in Sant Vicenç de Montalt and Caldes d’Estrac

Hybrid Smart Bus Line in Sant Vicenç de Montalt and Caldes d’Estrac combines fixed routes and on-demand stops powered by Shotl and Moventis, optimizing coverage, reducing emissions, and improving flexible, sustainable mobility.


Osvald Martret
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27.10.25

Shotl at Smart City Expo 2025

Shotl will attend Smart City Expo World Congress 2025 in Barcelona to connect with mobility leaders, share insights on demand-responsive transport, and explore new collaborations for smarter, more sustainable urban mobility.


Rocío Goldín
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27.10.25

Anti-Cannibalisation Strategies: Making DRT and Fixed Routes Work Together

Anti-cannibalisation strategies ensure DRT complements, not competes with, fixed routes—using geofencing, time controls, and GTFS data to fill service gaps and enhance overall transport efficiency.


Albert Tresserras
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25.09.25

Hybrid Route Service: Combining Fixed Lines with On-Demand Stops and GTFS

On-demand bus services can sometimes reduce ridership on fixed routes, particularly if they serve similar areas or times. This phenomenon, known as 'cannibalization', can affect the sustainability of fixed routes. Shotl's Hybrid Route Service is a new


Osvald Martret
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25.09.25

The Economics of DRT: Cost Models for Public Agencies

When introducing Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT), one of the first questions public agencies ask is: how much will it cost? And more importantly: is it worth it?


Albert Tresserras
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25.08.25

Alto Garda — Vacation Transport at the Heart of Alpine Tourism

In Italy’s Alto Garda region, seasonal tourism was overwhelming roads, parking, and public transit. A Shotl-powered on-demand shuttle service turned the challenge into an opportunity, moving over 116,000 passengers with shorter waits, fewer emissions,


Rocío Goldín
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25.08.25

Seasonal DRT Planning: Adapting Operations to Tourism, Weather & Events

One of the greatest strengths of Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) is its adaptability. Unlike fixed-line services, DRT operations can be adjusted quickly in response to external factors—making them ideal for seasonal mobility planning.


Albert Tresserras
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25.08.25

Shotl in Action: Demonstration of Vacation Transport On-Demand

During the summer months, many tourist destinations face a common challenge: how to move large volumes of visitors efficiently, without overwhelming local traffic or overloading public services. This is where Shotl, the on-demand transport platform, st


Osvald Martret
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23.07.25

Mybuxi and Shotl launch a new on-demand mobility service in Maur (Zurich)

As of June 28, 2025, the Swiss municipality of Maur, located in the canton of Zurich (Switzerland), has officially launched a new public transport solution: Mybuxi Maur, an on-demand mobility service designed to better connect the differe

Rocío Goldín
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23.07.25

What Makes a DRT Pilot Succeed? A Blueprint for First-Year Rollouts

Launching a Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) service is not just a technical deployment—it’s a strategic process that involves logistics, communication, behavior change, and adaptation. The first year of a DRT pilot is crucial for determining long-term v

Albert Tresserras
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26.06.25

Beyond Towns: Unconventional Use Cases for DRT

When we think of Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT), we often picture urban neighborhoods or rural villages underserved by fixed lines. But the true potential of DRT goes far beyond this typical narrative.

Albert Tresserras
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26.06.25

Exclusive Webinar for MAIOR Clients: Innovation in On-Demand Mobility with Shotl

Shotl and M.A.I.O.R. are joining forces in a special webinar aimed at public transport operators, mobility authorities, and industry stakeholders interested in discovering how to integrate on-demand transport services within advanced planning ecosystems.

Rocío Goldín
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26.06.25

Tuobus Piacenza: Over 50,000 Rides in a Night-Time On-Demand Success Story

Piacenza’s Tuobus On-demand Bus service, developed by Shotl Transportation S.L. in collaboration with Tempi Agenzia, has recently celebrated a major milestone: over 50,000 passenger rides since its launch in May 2022.

Osvald Martret
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29.05.25

Shuttlemare is back: Shotl returns to Rimini for Summer 2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Shuttlemare is back for Summer 2025!

Osvald Martret
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29.05.25

Shotl is heading to UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg

We’re pleased to share that Shotl will be participating in the UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2025, held in Hamburg from June 15 to 18.

Sílvia Coronado
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