In the centre of Stavanger, an innovative project is underway that could significantly reshape the future of urban transport.
Since May 2022, a semi-autonomous bus, operating with one of the highest levels of autonomy globally, has been offering public transportation services in the coastal municipality. Managed by Kolumbus, the public transit authority (PTA) for Rogaland County – and in partnership with Applied Autonomy, Vy Buss, Adastec and Karsan – this project is demonstrating how autonomous vehicles can successfully operate in complex urban environments.
Unlike simpler autonomous vehicle trials that stick to controlled or isolated environments, Stavanger’s autonomous bus drives through the city centre, weaving through roundabouts, narrow streets and a mix of pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles. It’s a real-world proving ground for autonomous mobility, showing that the technology can operate effectively in everyday traffic scenarios.
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