Jason Battersby has an idea for the direction of Toronto mass transit: Up. His electric Scania 'U.P.' (Urban Progress) concept uses a suspended monorail system to propel commuters around downtown.
Jason Battersby's Scania 'U.P.' Urban Progress is meant to attract travelers who might not ordinarily use public transit. Battersby also suggests that the monorail be used for cargo, mail and other deliveries to reduce the number of delivery trucks clogging up Toronto streets.
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Futuristic Suspended Trains
Scania ‘U.P. Urban Progress' by Jason Battersby
Trend Themes
1. Suspended Monorail Systems - Companies can innovate by developing advanced suspended monorail systems for efficient transportation in urban areas.
2. Electric Mass Transit - Disruptive opportunities lie in creating electric mass transit solutions that attract more commuters and reduce reliance on traditional vehicles.
3. Smart Delivery Solutions - There is potential for disruptive innovation in developing smart delivery systems that utilize suspended monorails to optimize cargo and mail transportation in cities.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - The transportation industry can explore using suspended monorail systems to revolutionize urban transit and offer eco-friendly alternatives.
2. Design - The design industry can play a key role in creating futuristic and functional suspended monorail systems that cater to the needs of urban commuters and cargo transportation.
3. Logistics - The logistics industry can capitalize on the opportunity to develop smart delivery solutions that optimize efficiency and reduce congestion in urban areas using suspended monorail systems.