T map Introduces 'Carbon Mileage System'... Enhances Services for Non-Drivers Too

Resolution of Agenda Items at the Board Meeting

[Asia Economy Reporter Minyoung Cha] Starting as early as the second half of this year, the comprehensive mobility platform 'T map' will introduce a 'Carbon Mileage System.' The plan is to provide mileage equivalent to the amount of carbon reduced through eco-friendly navigation and public transportation use, which can be used within the platform.

Introduction of Carbon Mileage System

SK Square subsidiary T map Mobility recently held a board meeting and announced on the 31st that it approved a proposal to strengthen eco-friendly initiatives and expand services for non-drivers.

First, the Carbon Mileage System will be introduced, which calculates the amount of carbon reduced through safe driving and electric vehicle use and returns it to users as mileage. Based on the T map driving score, which is calculated from sudden starts, rapid acceleration, sudden braking, and reduced driving distance, users will be rewarded mileage proportional to their carbon reduction, and users will be able to use this mileage within T map services.

Investment in Two Airport Bus Companies... Foothold in Non-Driver Market

To create an eco-friendly mobility ecosystem, the convenience of customers using various transportation modes will also be enhanced. Following the launch of an integrated personal mobility (PM) service including kickboards last year, strategic investments were made in two airport bus companies, securing a foothold for entry into the non-driver market.

T map plans to introduce an 'airport bus seat reservation service' and provide services available for travelers during nighttime and early morning hours. Additionally, by linking with flight arrival and departure information, it will offer changes in airport bus departure and arrival times according to flight schedule changes, transfer discounts combined with UT taxis, and recommended connecting routes.

To realize eco-friendly mobility, airport buses, which are mostly operated with diesel, will be gradually replaced with eco-friendly vehicles such as electric and hydrogen buses. The plan is to replace all airport buses owned by the two companies by 2030.

Global MaaS Also Launched

Trunk line manned autonomous driving pilot services and global Mobility as a Service (MaaS) initiatives are also underway. Initially, about 80% of the routes between Seoul city and Incheon Airport, including the Airport Expressway (34.7 km) and Olympic-daero (20.6 km), will be used as trunk autonomous driving sections. Through manned autonomous driving of airport buses, the goal is to reduce fuel costs and carbon emissions, minimize fatigue and safety accidents among bus drivers, and contribute to service innovation.

Furthermore, by linking with various public transportation options including UT, T map will accelerate the establishment of a global MaaS service that allows payment and reservation for all transportation modes through a single platform. For example, when searching for a route from home to Hotel A in New York on T map, it will comprehensively guide users using domestic UT taxis, trains, airport buses, airplanes, and local UT services. One-stop services such as integrated payment and ticketing will also be provided.

Lee Jong-ho, CEO of T map Mobility, said, "Reducing carbon dioxide emissions and practicing carbon neutrality is both a social responsibility and a growth driver for mobility companies. We will focus on maximizing the convenience of T map users by successfully leading the creation of an eco-friendly mobility ecosystem through the Carbon Mileage System and the establishment of a global MaaS service."

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