What's inside?

Rural communities across the UK face unique and urgent transport challenges, from keeping vital road networks open to ensuring access to jobs, healthcare, and everyday essentials. So, what happens when these challenges meet real innovation and government backing?

The Department for Transport (DfT) commissioned Connected Places Catapult to deliver the Rural Transport Accelerator, in partnership with Transport East, to turn big ideas into ground-breaking results.

What's the impact so far?

• 3.8 million in social value generated (independently assessed)
• 14 new jobs, 8 innovative projects, 22 new partnerships
• Over 800 rural residents directly shaping solutions that work for them
• £3.2 million in new investment already secured
• Real-world results, from electric cargo bikes and solar charging to smarter journey planning