In today's fast-paced world, the need for efficient and sustainable transportation solutions has become increasingly important. One concept that has gained traction in recent years is the establishment of mobility hubs. Shell offers an insight into their development
At Shell we define mobility hubs as standalone locations where customers’ primary mission is to charge or fuel their vehicle, focusing on a wide range of low carbon fuels, including EV, Hydrogen, and pure biofuel. They are often strategically located sites that bring together different transportation options – whether that’s buses, bicycles, mopeds, or even ride-sharing cars -to provide commuters with a seamless switch between different modes.
One of the primary roles of mobility hubs is to enhance connectivity within urban areas. By integrating multiple transportation options into a single location, these hubs eliminate the need for travellers to make multiple transfers or rely solely on private vehicles.
Mobility hubs address this issue by integrating various modes of transportation, including micro-mobility options like e-scooters and bike-sharing services. This ensures that commuters have convenient and more sustainable options to complete their journeys, even for shorter distances. It not only saves time but also reduces the overall travel distance, leading to a more connected and accessible city.
Additionally, mobility hubs often provide a variety of lower carbon refuelling or recharging facilities in a single location to cater to a wide range of energy needs.
Xifeng Xu, SVP Mobility Network at Shell said: “By 2030, it’s likely that no single fuel type will dominate road transport globally. That’s why, as part of the transition to cleaner mobility, Shell is increasingly investing in mobility hubs to ensure we can continue to meet the needs of customers in a multi-fuel and multi-modal world.”
Full story at Mobility Hubs: The heart of multimodal transport | Shell Global
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