Research and development at Traficom
The objective of Traficom's research and development activities is to support Traficom and its experts in the performance of the agency's tasks and the achievement of the goals set for its operations. The aim is to improve the safety of the transport system, reduce the negative environmental impacts of transport and develop communications services and technologies.
In addition to scientific research, Traficom's R&D activities include various studies, reports and development projects, reports needed for statute drafting and impact assessments of legislative amendments that support the activities and objectives of the agency and, more broadly, the policies of the administrative sector. R&D activities also provides support for ensuring that Finland's special features and societal needs are taken into account in international influencing.
Traficom carries out its research and development work in extensive cooperation with the whole administrative sector and other actors. The purpose of R&D activities is to maintain and develop the Finnish competence in the fields of traffic safety, environment, transport system and communications technology. The agency is also involved in various international research projects.
Only the practical use of research results renders R&D activities rational and productive. Sharing the research data for the use of experts and partners and disseminating new information to citizens is an essential part of Traficom's R&D activities.