Innovation in public passenger transport (IPPT)
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.
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.
Further Information
Submit projects - Innovation in public passenger transport
Transport companies can submit projects to the Federal Office of Transport as part of the "Innovation in public passenger transport" funding programme.
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Federal Office of Transport
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