Research and Innovation background
- Smart and Sustainable Mobility Strategy of Slovakia: Strategy to determine the direction of smart mobility in the Slovak Republic in the long term. The strategy reflects and implements the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Smart Mobility. The document focuses on all modes of transport and presents the approaches for developing a sustainable, smart and resilient transport system in Slovakia.
- Long-term plan for addressing challenges in road transport and smart mobility 2021-2030: Presents the plan for the development of smart mobility in Slovakia in the medium term to 2030. It defines the strategic direction of smart mobility in Slovakia, which will guide the preparation, creation and implementation of key smart mobility solutions in the road infrastructure in Slovakia and develop the elements of a smart mobility system.
- Programme to support the development of Intelligent Transport Systems: Programme to support the development of Intelligent Transport Systems in Slovakia, with the aims of increasing the safety and efficiency of the transport system and reducing its environmental impacts. The main focus of the programme is the implementation of a National Transport Information System, consisting of cooperative information, communication and control systems based on intelligent transport systems, telematics application systems and transport information systems.
- National Cycling Development Strategy: Included in the Strategic Plan for the Development of Transport, this policy framework promotes active mobility, cycling infrastructure, and behavioural change, supporting applied research and pilots in urban mobility. The aim is to reverse the decline in the use of cycling for transport, reducing the impacts of travel on the environment and improving the health of the population.
- Urban Mobility in the Slovak Republic
Report on the developments in urban mobility, with a focus on Slovakia. Identifies challenges and means of overcoming them to improve mobility and the environment in urban areas. - National Strategy for Research, Development and Innovation 2030: National R&I strategy prioritising sectors with high innovation potential, including mobility, transport technologies, automotive and digital systems, and guiding transport‑related R&I funding under cohesion policy. Underpins national transport research calls.
- Slovakia’s Digital Transformation Strategy 2030: Framework strategy to define policies and priorities for the digital transformation of the economy and society. The strategy covers the period 2019 to 2030 and emphasises the roles of innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G technology, big data and high-performance computing (HPC).
(Last updated: 18/05/2026)
Institutional framework of transport research
- Ministry of Transport of the Slovak Republic: Lead authority for transport policy, sustainable mobility strategies, ITS deployment, and coordination of applied transport innovation.
- Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth: Responsible for national science and innovation policy and oversight of transport‑relevant research funding.
- Smart Mobility Slovakia: Promotes the implementation of smart mobility solutions in Slovakia.
- University of Žilina (UNIZA) – Centre of Transport Research (CETRA): Flagship national transport research hub specialising in rail, road, logistics, safety, ITS, and transport economics, with strong industry links.
- Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava – Laboratory of Traffic Engineering: Applied research unit focusing on road engineering, traffic safety, planning, materials, and diagnostics, supporting transport pilots and standards.
- Transport and Industry Research Cluster: Sector‑specific innovation network linking transport companies, research organisations, and technology providers to develop applied R&D projects.
- PSKD – Platform for Rail and Urban Rail Transport: Applied research, advisory, and networking platform supporting rail innovation, urban rail systems, and policy development.
(Last updated: 18/05/2026)
Funding Sources and Support Initiatives
- Slovak Research and Development Agency (SRDA / APVV): Main national competitive funding agency supporting basic and applied research projects, including transport technologies, rail systems, mobility, and logistics.
- Scientific Grant Agency (VEGA): Supports basic research at universities and the Slovak Academy of Sciences, including transport‑related engineering and mobility research.
- Cultural and Educational Grant Agency (KEGA): Funds applied research and educational innovation projects, including transport engineering education and mobility‑focused curricula.
- Smart Mobility Slovakia Platform: National coordination and information platform supporting smart mobility innovation, pilot projects, and access to funding opportunities.
- Slovakia Research and Innovation Portal: Portal describing sources of funding for R&I projects in Slovakia, including Institutional funding, Competitive funding and the different Government ministries that provide support to projects.
(Last updated: 18/05/2026)