Danish transport operator Movia is joining a national initiative to explore how driverless vehicles could become a part of the country’s public transport system. The move comes as Denmark looks to integrate driverless buses and cars in ways that are safe, environmentally friendly, and practical for passengers.
The initiative, known as the Strategic Alliance for Autonomous Mobility (SAAM), brings together public transport companies, authorities, researchers, and industry partners to collaborate on developing and testing autonomous transport solutions.
For Movia, the collaboration offers an opportunity to gain practical experience and insights into how autonomous vehicles can complement existing bus and train services. The company is particularly interested in solutions for areas where conventional public transport is limited or difficult to provide.
The working group will focus on knowledge sharing, pilot projects, and developing joint recommendations for policymakers, ensuring that new technology translates into practical solutions for passengers. Safety, reliability, and convenience remain key priorities, according to Movia.
About SAAM
SAAM, initiated by the Council for Green Transition (RGO) and operator Holo, aims to promote autonomous transport for both passengers and goods. The alliance also works to secure political support and funding for testing, ensuring that autonomous solutions are implemented responsibly and effectively.
Movia, Denmark’s largest mobility company, serves roughly 175 million passengers each year across buses, local trains, and flex services. The company plans for more than 90% of its bus fleet to be electric by 2030, with all new flex vehicles running on electricity. All new local trains will also be electric by that year.
By participating in SAAM, Movia hopes to help make autonomous vehicles a meaningful and safe addition to Denmark’s public transport, particularly in areas where conventional solutions struggle to reach.
