Review: 18th ATTC talkMobility – Resilience in Focus
At the end of May, the Austrian Traffic Telematics Cluster (ATTC) once again hosted an inspiring evening of insights, dialogue, and networking with the 18th edition of talkMobility, centered on one of the most pressing topics of our time:
“Modern Technologies – Curse or Blessing for Resilient Transport Infrastructure?”
Numerous guests from industry, research, and the public sector accepted the invitation to engage in a high‑level exchange on the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of digitalization, artificial intelligence, and crisis resilience.
Agenda
The evening opened with a compelling keynote by Gerald Führer, who introduced the guiding question with vision and depth. A lively, multi‑stakeholder panel discussion followed, featuring:
- Edmund Berndt, Austro Control
- Hana Dellemann, Hitachi Rail Austria
- Hartwig Hufnagl, ATTC President & COO ASFINAG
- Alexandra Reinagl, Wiener Linien
- Andreas Windisch, Joanneum Research
The session was expertly moderated by Jacqueline Erhart and René J. Moser, who steered the audience through complex themes while encouraging deeper dialogue.
Key Takeaways & Insights
- Technology is an enabler, not the objective.
Resilience cannot rely on technology alone; it also demands organizational, systemic, and strategic preparedness. - Systemic resilience through geo‑redundancy
Digital strategies—real‑time synchronization, modern data centers, and decentralized operations—ensure critical infrastructure stays functional even under crisis conditions. - Organizational resilience through knowledge transfer
Long‑standing expertise must be safeguarded. Initiatives such as Hitachi Rail’s SkillShare+ mentoring program show how internal knowledge retention bolsters resilience. - Artificial intelligence as a tool, not a replacement
AI can detect risks early, support maintenance, and drive efficiency, but it complements—rather than replaces—human experience and responsibility. - Interdisciplinary thinking as a success factor
Technological, social, and digital competencies must be integrated to achieve comprehensive crisis resilience. - Alexandra Reinagl summed it up:
“We proactively manage our response to external risks and create the conditions to ensure that even unpredictable events have minimal impact on operational stability and safety.”
A Special Highlight
In a celebratory moment, Mag. Karin Zipperer, MBA, was awarded honorary ATTC membership in recognition of her long‑standing commitment, intermodal perspective on mobility, and tenure as a former ATTC President.
Conclusion
An evening rich in fresh ideas, meaningful conversations, and active networking. Over the subsequent flying buffet, discussions carried on late into the night—sparking new reflections and connections.
We extend sincere thanks to all speakers, moderators, guests, and partners who brought this event to life—and we already look forward to the next talkMobility edition in 2026.
