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When people thought about the “future of transport” a decade ago, many pictured flying cars - blame it on the sci-fi movies! The reality looks a little different, but not less fascinating. Today, we are witnessing the rise of Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM): from automated shuttles being tested through the ULTIMO project to driverless metro lines already running in Paris or Thessaloniki.

As Connected, Cooperative, and Automated Mobility (CCAM) technologies reshape the transport landscape, understanding how they impact the workforce is essential.  

Stakeholders have a fundamental role in any innovation. They are needed to ensure new concepts, services, and tools serve common purposes and support the transition to more sustainable, inclusive, and efficient systems. But what are exactly stakeholders and how to ensure they play their role? 

The transition to Cooperative, Connected, and Automated Mobility (CCAM) presents both opportunities and challenges for Europe’s mobility workforce. As automation reshapes job profiles and demands new skills, the ReSKILLING project (funded under Horizon Europe under Grant Agreement No. 101147328) seeks to facilitate a scenario where Europe’s workers are prepared to navigate this transformation through inclusive, future-proof training pathways. 

Transport is vital to Europe’s economy and daily life, contributing 5,2% to the EU’s GVA[1]. The transport and storage services sector in the EU-27 employs around 10.5 million people, some 5.3% of the total workforce - making its workforce a highly valuable asset! As the EU transitions towards smarter, greener mobility, the success of this transformation hinges on the active involvement and support of transport workers.