Modelling, Planning and Management of Sustainable Transport Systems: Second Edition

Dear Colleagues,

The first edition of the Special Issue “Modelling, Planning and Management of Sustainable Transport Systems” attracted significant scientific interest and provided a broad overview of contemporary approaches to develop environmentally responsible mobility. Building on this foundation, the second edition aims to move beyond general sustainability concepts and to concentrate on three strategic research directions that have become central to the current transformation of transport systems:

1. Data-driven modelling and decision support;
2. Energy transition in transport;
3. Social equity and inclusiveness in mobility.

Compared with the earlier edition, which focused primarily on the environmental justification and systemic challenges of sustainable transport, this Special Issue emphasizes new analytical capabilities, emerging low- and zero-emission technologies, and the societal implications of mobility transitions. The growing availability of large mobility datasets, the accelerating development of electromobility and hydrogen solutions, and the increasing recognition of equity and accessibility as key components of sustainable mobility call for targeted scientific investigation.

We invite contributions presenting methodological innovations, empirical studies, integrated assessments, and interdisciplinary perspectives linked to the three thematic pillars. Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following areas:

1. Data-driven modelling and decision support:
   • Advanced modelling methods, machine learning, and AI in transport analysis;
   • Mobility data analytics, simulation, forecasting, digital twins;
   • Real-time decision support and integrated modelling platforms.
2. Energy transition in transport:
   • Technological and operational challenges of electromobility and hydrogen mobility;
   • Charging and refuelling infrastructure planning;
   • Energy efficiency, life-cycle assessment, and transition pathways.
3. Social equity and inclusive mobility:
   • Accessibility metrics, transport poverty, and distributional impacts;
   • Behavioural responses to mobility policies and technological shifts;
   • Governance models supporting equitable and inclusive transport systems.

This Special Issue addresses researchers, practitioners, and policymakers working at the intersection of transport engineering, environmental assessment, energy systems, digital technologies, and socio-economic mobility studies.

We look forward to receiving high-quality submissions that advance knowledge in these emerging and impactful areas of sustainable transport.

Dr. Ewelina Sendek-Matysiak
Guest Editor

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