The Pilot consists on operating an autonomous shuttle in the Port of Barcelona. Unlike other Pilots, Barcelona's pilot will run in mixed traffic conditions in a Port infrastructure facility, boosting the usage of autonomous driving both within the city and in logistic centres. It is regarded as a test to a new, safer and sustainable form of transport for passengers (workers, personnel, externals). 

The shuttle will connect an external parking lot with the Barcelona World Trade Center (location of the offices of the Port Authority). The route runs fully on roads owned by the Port of Barcelona.

The Pilot is planned to run for 2/3 weeks 4 hours a day.

The 1.9km roundtrip runs through a dense, busy area with mixed traffic conditions and smartly includes 4 traffic lights, 2 stops, a roundabout and intersections without the priority.

The following picture illustrates the planned route:

Route of Barcelona's Pilot

The autonomous shuttle is provided by one of Pendel's technology provider, EasyMile. The model is named EZ10, which runs safely and effectively in varying traffic conditions or changing weather conditions, among others.

The EZ10 is the most deployed autonomous shuttle in the world. (300+ location in 30+ countries). It is 100% electric and has 12-passenger capacity.

The multiple sensors and software the shuttle has incorporated allows running in autonomy Level 4 out of 5, which stands for fully autonomous in a known area.

If unexpected objects (people or obstacles) are detected, the bus will either slow down and beep or stop completely. Note the vehicle is managed by a safety operator to ensure safety and comfortability.

With a 12-passenger capacity, workers from the Port are welcome to experience this journey and do a step in towards the future. The vehicle incorporates ramps for disabled access.