9. Recalls, in this connection, that a strategy for innovative technology has to be thought out on the basis of territories’ characteristics and distinguishing features, in which context a one-size-fits-all approach will not deliver; considers, for instance, that island, mountainous, outermost and sparsely populated regions have specific types of potential which call for appropriate and innovative mobility solutions so as to realise the economic potential of those regions affected by specific territorial constraints; points out, in this context, the need to allocate adequate resources for sustainable transport infrastructure;

And RI supporting easy, sustainable and safe mobility of the most vulnerable citizens should be given priority in the transport-technology strategy.

C. whereas in its Communication ’Moving the ICT frontiers - a strategy for research on future and emerging technologies in Europe’, the Commission announced a new strategy for research into future and emerging technologies (FET) with the launch of flagship initiatives,

In addition, the Commission has set up a high-level expert group which will assist the Commission in developing a long-term strategy on key enabling technologies and assess the competitive situation of KETs in the EU, analyse available RD capacities and propose specific policy recommendations.

This includes the integration of strategies and technologies for energy efficiency (including co- and polygeneration), the use of new and renewable energy technologies and energy demand management measures and devices, and the demonstration of minimum climate impact buildings.

Research will focus on: strategies and technologies to increase road safety and to improve maritime safety; concepts and systems for advanced human-vehicle, vehicle-vehicle and vehicle-infrastructure interaction; large-scale integration and validation platforms for intelligent transport systems (e.g. transport pricing, transport and traffic management and transport information), including satellite navigation applications, new vehicle types and operational procedures to increase capacity and safety, while respecting the environment (in particular in urban and sensitive areas).