Changes in society, digitalisation, new technologies and the growth of mobility demand pose major challenges for public transport. However, transport companies often lack the financial resources to be able to develop and test new solutions. For this reason, a federal funding programme provides 5 million Swiss francs annually to support innovations in public passenger transport.
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The programme “IPPT” aims to promote innovative solutions in a coordinated and goal-oriented manner. It is intended to help strengthen the attractiveness of public transport and improve its economic efficiency. If possible, the project results should provide the basis for a broader implementation within the industry.
In principle, the programme provides for co-financing by third parties. The innovations are usually carried out as pilot projects with a duration of up to three years.
The document "Innovation in public passenger transport, funding programme 2025-2028" (in german) and the programme directive (in german) provide further information.
Contact
Head of programme
Federal Office of Transport
Christophe Le Borgne
3003 Berne
- Tel.
- +41 (0)58 461 89 65