Research and innovation
The FOT promotes research and innovation. In this way, it aims to make public transport and rail freight even more efficient, as well as even more customer- and eco-friendly.
The FOT spends around six billion francs a year on public transport and rail freight.
By promoting research and innovation, the FOT aims to help optimise costs in its areas of responsibility. It also strives to further improve safety, energy efficiency and environmental compatibility.
The FOT invests around 10 to 15 million francs annually in research and innovation. This is about 0.2% of its total expenditure.
Further Information
Rail infrastructure research
The FOT promotes research into rail infrastructure. The aim of this research is to deliver concrete benefits in terms of value retention, efficient and safe operations, and expansion.
Energy Strategy 2050
The FOT promotes research and innovation that makes public transport even more efficient and further reduces its CO2 emissions.
Innovation in public passenger transport
The FOT promotes innovative solutions that make public passenger transport even more attractive.
Federal Office of Transport
Mühlestrasse 6
3063 Ittigen