Our Consortium

16 leading European institutions and organizations united in transforming cities for a sustainable future

SmartUrbanity Consortium

A diverse alliance of research institutions, technology innovators, cities, and civil society organizations

The SmartUrbanity consortium brings together Europe's brightest minds in urban planning, digital innovation, and citizen engagement. Our multidisciplinary approach combines academic excellence with practical implementation experience, ensuring that our 15-minute city solutions are both scientifically sound and practically viable.

Partner Organizations

Countries

Researchers

Lead Partners

Core institutions driving the SmartUrbanity vision

Sapienza University of Rome

Project Coordinator | Italy

Leading administrative and financial coordination with deep expertise in transportation engineering, urban mobility modeling, and digital platform development. Sapienza develops the core WebGIS technology for both the Accessibility Analysis and Decision Support System platforms.

  • Administrative and financial project management
  • Accessibility Analysis (AA) Platform Development
  • Model Implementation and Data Collection

ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

DRT Extension | Switzerland

Leading the Greater Zurich Area Use Case in partnership with PostAuto, developing MATSim-based agent-based models to optimize demand-responsive transport integration with conventional public transport, particularly for rural and suburban areas.

  • DRT-public transport integration strategies
  • Dissemination and knowledge sharing
  • Data handling and GDPR compliance

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Research Lead | Germany

Leading Research and Analysis and the Karlsruhe Use Case, utilizing mobiTopp/logiTopp agent-based models to identify conditions for achieving 15-minute city goals, covering both passenger and freight transport.

  • mobiTopp agent-based modeling (passenger & freight)
  • Online knowledge repository development
  • Research and analysis coordination

École Nationale des Travaux Publics de l'État (ENTPE)

Engagement Lead | France

Leading Policy Recommendations & Strategy Optimization and the Lyon Use Case, specializing in policy analysis, accessibility research, and HAI-enhanced decision-making for active mobility promotion.

  • Roadmaps and guidelines development
  • Policy assessment and analysis
  • User experience research

Ege University

İzmir Use Case Leader | Türkiye

Leading the İzmir Use Case and gamification toolkit development, addressing pedestrian safety near urban highways, optimizing logistics, and promoting walkability through gaming strategies and stakeholder engagement events.

  • Gamification toolkit and engagement events
  • Pedestrian safety and accessibility analysis
  • Urban logistics and last-mile delivery

Movesion S.R.L.

Digital Solutions Development Lead | Italy

Leading the Development of Digital Solutions (WP3) and Rome Use Case implementation. Specializing in platform development with proven expertise in mobility tracking and citizen engagement applications. Develops the core Citizen Engagement App, leveraging successful frameworks from previous urban mobility projects.

  • Citizen Engagement App development and deployment
  • Incorporates gamification and data collection functionalities
  • Rome pilot site coordination and beta testing

CTLup SRL

Technical Coordinator | Italy

Leading Planning, Pilot Implementation and Evaluation (WP4) and serving as Technical Coordinator for the entire project. Coordinates pilot design and execution across all five European cities, ensuring solution validation and comprehensive impact evaluation aligned with diverse urban contexts.

  • Technical project coordination and oversight
  • Multi-city pilot implementation management
  • Solution validation and impact assessment

HUN-REN Institute for Computer Science and Control

Co-Applicant | Hungary

Leading Hungarian research institution specializing in participatory framework development and iterative improvement. Under the direction of Dr. Domokos Esztergár-Kiss, SZTAKI employs agile methodologies and policy tracking systems to refine SmartUrbanity's solutions based on user feedback.

  • Framework development through workshops and co-design processes
  • Iterative refinement using rapid prototyping and feedback sessions
  • Policy tracking system for monitoring implementation and transparency

All Consortium Partners

Complete overview of our collaborative network

Partnership Expertise

Diverse competencies driving innovation across all project dimensions

Partnership Expertise

Research Excellence

Top-tier universities and research institutes providing scientific rigor, methodological innovation, and academic expertise in urban studies, computer science, and social sciences.

Municipal Implementation

Forward-thinking cities providing real-world testing environments, policy insights, and practical implementation experience for 15-minute city concepts.

Technology Innovation

Leading tech companies and innovation labs developing cutting-edge digital solutions, platforms, and tools for smart urban planning and citizen engagement.

Community Engagement

Civil society organizations and community groups ensuring citizen perspectives are central to our research and development processes.

Collaboration Framework

How we work together to achieve our shared vision

Co-Creation Approach

Our partnership is built on principles of co-creation, ensuring that all partners contribute their unique expertise while learning from others. Regular workshops, joint research activities, and cross-partner mobility programs foster deep collaboration.

Knowledge Exchange

We facilitate continuous knowledge sharing through:

  • Monthly consortium meetings and quarterly assemblies
  • Joint research publications and conference presentations
  • Staff exchanges and secondments between institutions
  • Shared digital platforms and collaborative tools

Governance Structure

Our consortium operates through a clear governance structure that ensures effective decision-making while respecting the autonomy of individual partners:

  • General Assembly: All partners participate in strategic decisions
  • Steering Committee: Lead partners guide daily operations
  • Advisory Board: External experts provide guidance
  • Work Packages: Specialized teams focus on specific objectives

Impact Measurement

We continuously evaluate our collaborative effectiveness through joint KPIs, cross-partner evaluations, and shared impact assessments.