The Global Mobility Call (GMC) 2024, held from November 19 to 21 at Ifema Madrid, established itself as a key platform for public-private debate and collaboration on sustainable mobility. This edition highlighted central topics such as urban mobility, intermodal transportation, smart planning, and technological trends.
Fitzgerald Cantero, Director of Studies, Projects, and Information at The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE), participated in the panel titled: “Renewable Routes: The Role of Clean Energy in Modern Transportation.”
During his remarks, Cantero emphasized that the incorporation of clean energy in transportation not only reduces dependence on fossil fuels but also lowers costs, fosters job creation, and promotes sustainable systems. He also highlighted how these initiatives strengthen access to quality energy and stimulate innovation in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Additionally, he underscored the leadership of countries like Brazil and Argentina in the production of ethanol and biodiesel and stressed the importance of international cooperation and regional integration to accelerate the adoption of sustainable technologies.
Fitzgerald Cantero also took part in the event’s opening gala, where he engaged in a dialogue with Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid. During this meeting, OLACDE and Global Mobility Call teams exchanged ideas and key technical data to strengthen sustainable mobility, highlighting the importance of international collaboration as a driver of innovative and sustainable transportation solutions for the region.
The event brought together over 450 opinion leaders and prominent figures, both national and international, who participated in 115 panel discussions and keynote sessions. These sessions featured recent proposals, innovative projects, and solutions aimed at strengthening and accelerating mobility transformation processes, driven by institutions and companies. Furthermore, the meeting fostered alliances and collaboration among sector stakeholders.
The conference agenda was structured around seven main thematic tracks:
- Energy transition
- Urban mobility
- Intermodal transportation
- Smart mobility planning
- Automotive transformation
- Technological trends
- Strategic disruption, including innovation, talent, and cybersecurity.
