TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTRE

PIONEERING SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION FOR THRIVING COMMUNITIES

OUR MISSION

To deliver world-class innovation and research that enables a sustainable and safe transportation system, empowering thriving, resilient, equitable and sustainable communities in Aotearoa, New Zealand and beyond.

FOCUS THEMES

Transport sustainability and decarbonisation

future AND intelligent transport systems

Infrastructure, Climate Response and resilience

Safety, Wellbeing and Liveability

WHAT WE DO

RESEARCH

The Transportation Research Centre pioneers cutting-edge research in transportation for Aotearoa and the world. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative projects, it shapes sustainable mobility solutions, offering valuable insights and opportunities for global advancement in climate change mitigation.

EDUCATION

The Transportation Research Centre is a nexus for pioneering exploration in transportation studies, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. It offers hands-on learning experiences for undergraduate and postgraduate students, driving innovation in sustainable mobility, traveler experience and urban planning.

OUTREACH

The Transportation Research Centre fosters community outreach through Whānau-centered innovation. By collaborating with local communities, it addresses transportation challenges with culturally sensitive solutions, empowering families and driving inclusive progress in Aotearoa’s transport landscape and beyond.

CONSULTING

The Transportation Research Centre offers expert consulting services, providing tailored solutions for industry demands and public sector challenges. Leveraging cutting-edge research and diverse expertise, it assists clients in optimising transportation systems driving sustainable growth in the global market.

POLICY

The Transportation Research Centre is a leading authority in providing policy recommendations for the transportation sector. Through evidence-based research and stakeholder engagement, it offers strategic guidance to policymakers, shaping effective measures that promote sustainability, safety, and accessibility in transportation systems worldwide.

NEWS

Media Training Opportunity

Media Training Opportunity

Tuesday 18 July 2023 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. We are excited to invite you to a media training workshop run by the team at Science Media Centre. This opportunity is fully funded by Ngā Ara Whetū and exclusively available to our affiliated researchers. As members of our...

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Rethinking Our Economy: The Case for a Circular Approach

Rethinking Our Economy: The Case for a Circular Approach

Modernity has become synonymous with wastefulness. We take, make, and dispose of the things we buy. This linear system operates so that resources flow in one direction. However, a promising alternative exists—a brave new world of the circular economy, which promotes...

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TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTRE

trc@auckland.ac.nz

Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland

New Market Campus

314 Khyber Pass Road, Building 903, Level 2

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