The concept of Interoperability Framework (IF) was at the core of the Shift2Rail Innovation Programme (IP) 4, and it was the key concept for facilitating a seamless travel experience for users across borders and modes.

The IF enabled the technical interoperability of heterogeneous, multimodal transport-related services by relieving applications from the task of locating, harmonizing and understanding multiple and independent data and event sources, services, etc.

The Semantics for PerfoRmant and scalable INteroperability of multimodal Transport (SPRINT) project improved key aspects of the Shift2Rail IF to bring the market uptake of the multimodal transport ecosystem envisioned by IP4 closer to reality.

In particular, the project addressed the following specific challenges posed by the objectives of TD 4.1 (Technical Demonstrator 4.1, as defined in the Shift2Rail Multi-Annual Action Plan).

SPRINT was coordinated by UNIFE.

This project received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No: 826172

Key Facts

  • Partners: 8
  • Duration: December 2018-February 2021
  • Budget: €2 million

Contact

Daria KUZMINA

Head of Rail Unit
Knowledge & Innovation