Revolutionizing Mobility

NBSO Los Angeles

The Future of Transportation in Los Angeles

8745 Washington Blvd

Comparing the Los Angeles metropolitan region with the Netherlands reveals intriguing insights, both similarities and contrasts in population density, geographic scale, and transportation infrastructure. As Los Angeles upgrades its transportation network for the 2028 Olympics, what innovative strategies can it adopt from the Netherlands' efficient and sustainable transit systems? Our panels will feature Chris Bruntlett of the Dutch Cycling Embassy, author of “Building the Cycling City: The Dutch Blueprint for Urban Vitality”, Eli Lipmen of Move LA, Peter van Oorschot -Vice President of TNO - Dutch National Applied Science and Technology Agency, and Simone Jorink of Movares, among many others.

Agenda

Welcome and Opening

The Panelists:

Simone Jorink - Mobility Consultant at Movares (NL)
Chris Bruntlett - International Relations Manager Dutch Cycling Embassy (NL)
Eli Lipmen - Executive Director of Move LA (US)
Martha Welborne - Senior Advisor at HR&A Advisors, Former LA county Metro Planning Chief (US)
Gerhard Mayer - Senior Architect at Raw International (AT/US)

Our panelists—leading experts and influencers in transportation planning and policy from Los Angeles and the Netherlands—will engage in a dynamic discussion on their distinct approaches to transit and mobility. Los Angeles prepares to upgrade its transportation network to host the World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, we’ll explore innovative, sustainable strategies that can be adapted from the Netherlands’ renowned transit systems. Comparing the Los Angeles metropolitan region with the Netherlands reveals compelling insights, highlighting both similarities and differences in population density, geographic scale, and transportation infrastructure.

Mobility: Los Angeles vs The Netherlands!

Presentation on the Netherlands Mobility Field Study Trip, May 2025

The Panelists:
Peter van Oorschot - Senior Manager Innovation Mobility & Built Environment at TNO (NL)
Wido Beekman - Chief Commercial Officer at Vayapay Netherland (NL)
Sergei Vladimirov - Founder at Capte (NL)
Romel Pascual - executive director CicLAvia (US)
Martin Thomasz - Electrical Engineer at Apple, Mobility & System Principal at LCI (US)

Beyond forward-thinking approaches in transportation design and urban planning, what new technologies or strategies could Los Angeles adopt to enhance and accelerate the development of its transit systems? Which practical solutions could truly be adapted to Southern California’s unique environment and needs? We’ll explore the potential of innovations such as digital twins, advancements in mobility-related Internet of Things (IoT), and integrated payment and ticketing systems, as well as other advanced technical solutions from the Netherlands, and discuss how these could be effectively implemented in the U.S. context.


New Technologies and Innovative Solutions from the Netherland

Closing Remarks

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