Program

As part of the nationwide Digital Day 2025 and the Hydrogen Week, EDIH Thuringia is hosting the 1.5-day event "Future Workshop on Public Transport" in June 2025. The event provides a platform for exchange and information on current research findings related to digitalization and hydrogen, as well as practical insights into the future of public transport🚍💡. Secure your spot early! 🚀 The number of participants is limited to 50 people.

📌 Day 1 | Thursday, June 26, 2025 | Digitalization for Public Transport Today & Tomorrow

Time: 13:00 - 22:00
Formats: Presentations, Workshops, BBQ & Late Night Talk

On Thursday, June 26, 2025, we will focus on how digital solutions can make public transport smarter, more efficient, and user-friendly today and in the future. Experts from the European Digital Innovation Hub Thuringia will present practical examples, tools, and new approaches – from mobility data and check-in/check-out apps to AI applications.

📌 Day 2 | Friday, June 27, 2025 | Drive System Transition in Public Transport

Time: 08:30 - 16:00
Formats: Presentations, Workshops, and Excursion

Friday, June 27, 2025, will be dedicated to the drive system transition in public transport. In addition to expert talks on hydrogen, raw material supply chains, and strategic infrastructure planning, participants will get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look:

Excursion to Stadtwirtschaft Weimar GmbH

After a ride on the hydrogen fuel cell bus from Stadtwirtschaft Weimar, you will have the opportunity for a tour with the Managing Director, Bernd Wagner. During the tour, you will visit the depot, learn about the operation of the hydrogen filling station, and explore the H2 workshop. You will have the chance to engage with the staff on-site, learn about day-to-day operations, and ask questions about the practical implementation of emission-free bus services.

Note: The event will take place in person only.
Venue: Schwanseestraße 13, 99423 Weimar

👇 Program (as of 25.02.2025). The detailed agenda will be published approximately two months before the event on this page.

Target Audience

This event is primarily aimed at professionals and decision-makers who are looking to make public transport more sustainable and digital. This includes:

• Public transport companies and operators who want to test or implement digital innovations and sustainable drive technologies for their fleets.
• Municipal and regional public transport authorities working on the development of a future-proof public transport infrastructure.
• Technology providers & companies working on hydrogen production, charging infrastructure, and alternative drive solutions, especially in public transport.

Particularly beneficial for:

• Transport companies that want concrete insights into the digital transformation and drive system transition in public transport.

No specific prior knowledge is required – just an interest in the future topics of digitalization & drive system transition. The event provides a platform for exchange and information on current research findings, as well as practical insights into the future of public transport