There have been growing calls for “gender mainstreaming” in urban mobility. Achieving this means getting the right data. However, from crash test dummies to bus timetables, even train drivers' uniforms, it is little secret that we have described, designed and deployed urban mobility for only half the population.
Read moreRingway employees, Karin Harwood, Jo Saunders And Katie Gray Reflect On Their Careers And Share Their Thoughts On Promoting Our Industry To More Women
Ringway understand that this industry can be a fantastic place for women to grow their careers and develop their skills, allowing women to embrace equity in a male-dominated industry and wish to spotlight some of these key women.
Read moreWomen In Transport: Board Member Insight - Matthew Regan
Board Member Insight from Matthew Regan.
Read moreCelebrating Excellence: Women in Transport and Logistics
The 2024 everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards are now open for entries.
Read moreEmpowering change: Project Centre's journey towards gender equality in the workplace
“People of Project Centre Awards” Organised by Project Centre’s Women’s Learning and Development Network.
Year by year, the global momentum towards achieving female representation and equality in the workplace continues to grow. Embracing this cause is not only morally right but also a strategic business move.
Read moreWorkplace Wellbeing Academy i-act Discount Offer for Women in Transport members
Our partners at Workplace Wellbeing Academy (WWA) are offering Women in Transport members an exclusive discounted price for a one-day, online i-act Managing and Promoting Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing training session for managers.
Read moreWomen in Transport: Board Member Insight - Sonya Byers
Women in Transport CEO, Sonya Byers, talks about her involvement and career within the transport sector and helping women excel within the industry.
Read more"The wheels of change are turning" Lothian Buses’ Managing Director talks about why representation of women in transport is vital to the industry
Sarah Boyd - Managing Director - Lothian Buses
Lothian Buses’ Managing Director talks about why representation of women in transport is vital to the industry.
Read moreSummit highlights success on key light rail targets
James Hammett, UKTram Managing Director at the Light Rail Summit.
Sonya Byers, Chief Executive of Women in Transport spoke on the need to support and encourage women to pursue careers in the transport industry at the UKTram Annual Summit in September. UKTram is the authoritative voice of the light rail sector in the UK and Ireland, representing those involved in trams, metros and personal rapid transit.
Read moreAdvancing Women in Transport: Sponsor Spotlight on Xanta
Balancing multi-million pound contracts and caring responsibilities
To coincide with Carers Rights Day, we interviewed Allyson Mulvihill, Senior Commercial Manager, Southern Region at Network Rail about her career journey and how she balances her caring responsibilities with the demands of her role.
Read moreKey themes from the PA Consulting / Women in Transport Resilience Workshop
In collaboration with Women in Transport (WiT), PA Consulting hosted a transport resilience workshop on the 6th September 2023 with over 30 aviation, rail, road, and logistics leaders to uncover the challenges to embedding and uplifting resilience.
Read moreWomen in Transport Leader partner, Transport for London, talks about their latest events within their Women's Colleague Network Group.
The TfL Women's Colleague Network Group always has a very busy calendar. There are upcoming events planned spanning a number of important topics including sessions from one of our newest recently formed sub-groups - 'Career Changers' - a group formed to support colleagues who are considering or are going through a career change.
Read moreAn interview with Drivetech’s head of commercial development, Jennifer Morris
Jennifer Morris, head of commercial development at Drivetech, takes pride in addressing the unique challenges faced by businesses in fleet management but also in being part of an exclusively female Commercial Management Team.
Read moreTransport for Wales: Diversity in recruitment
At Transport for Wales (TfW), we’re committed to being an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce.
Read moreAdvance Partner Applied Driving Launches Global Driver Challenge To Incentivise Safer Driving Habits and Reduce Fleet Risk
Advance Partner Applied Driving launches global driver challenge to incentivise safer driving habits and reduce fleet risk.
Read moreAn interview with Ito’s CEO, Deborah Kobewka
Deborah Kobewka, CEO of Ito, reflects on the pivotal role that data, analytics and technology play in shaping the future of shared and sustainable mobility.
Read moreAn afternoon at Polmadie Depot
One of our Scotland Hub members, Kristen Layne, tells us about her recent site visit at the Polmadie Depot, home of the Caledonian Sleeper. Our deep gratitude to the Alstom and Avanti teams for welcoming us to their depot for an unforgettable afternoon.
Read moreWomen in Transport: Dal Kalirai’s blog
Dal Kalirai, Director of Partnerships at National Express, discussed why she works with Women in Transport to create a more inclusive transport sector.
Read moreApplications for Advance 2024 are open
Applications for our Advance 2024 mentoring programme are now open. This programme has been designed by Women in Transport to support the professional development of our members through structured, professional mentoring. Advance 2024 is generously sponsored by TXM Group, Xanta, Network for Skills, Applied Driving, Camilleri Appointments, Workplace Wellbeing Academy and Momentum Transport.
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