BELWAY: a revolution in mass transportation, thanks to autonomous car shuttles

BELWAY: a revolution in mass transportation, thanks to autonomous car shuttles

March 20, 2025

BELWAY's high-performance mass transit system is based on a fleet of autonomous shuttles operating on dedicated lanes. In 2024, BELWAY reached decisive milestones, demonstrating its potential as a sustainable mass transit solution. Thanks to significant technological advances, BELWAY is positioned as an efficient, environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional transport systems.

The capacity of a VAL-type metro

BELWAY has proven its ability to transport 12,000 passengers per hour with shuttles of just 8 seats, thus achieving the capacity of a VAL-type metro. This remarkable performance is made possible by optimized routes and the use of autonomous vehicles on dedicated lanes.

Tests validated by UTAC

During tests at UTAC, production vehicles demonstrated their ability to travel in autonomous mode at speeds of up to 130 km/h.


We are delighted to be working with BELWAY on this autonomous vehicle project. Thanks to our physical and digital testing resources and expertise, UTAC has the capacity to accompany BELWAY on physical and digital tests to advance their system.”

Jérémy VERGNAUD, Simulation Activity Manager, UTAC


Advantages of the BELWAY High-Performance solution

BELWAY's mass transit solution offers several key advantages:

  • Immediate availability: autonomous shuttles are available without a fixed schedule or waiting time, offering users unrivalled flexibility.
  • Decarbonization and frugality: by adopting decarbonized technologies, BELWAY contributes to reducing the transport sector's carbon footprint.
  • Low cost: the cost of the BELWAY solution is 2 to 5 times lower than that of traditional solutions, making mass transport more accessible and economical.

Numerous applications & future prospects for territories

BELWAY's breakthroughs open the way to numerous innovative applications:

  • Urban and suburban mobility: a revolution in urban and suburban commuting
  • Inter-metropolis express transport: fast, efficient links between major cities
  • Redevelopment of small rail lines: a viable alternative for modernizing existing small rail lines
  • Airports and leisure parks: a solution that can be deployed in specific environments to improve travel fluidity

Find out more about what BELWAY can do for you?

belway.fr/en/

Have a question? Need more information?