{"podcast":{"title":"Mobility Redefined","slug":"mobility-redefined-7025064","podcast_index_feed_id":7025064,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/mobilityredefined/","website_url":"https://mobilityredefined.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/0b9bbc61-71d4-4294-831a-bf7241242ecf/8Uws7Zvjjg2xeO8cXz3VSc9c.jpg","author":"Modaxo","episode_count":30,"summary":"The public transport industry is undergoing rapid change, from decarbonisation and sustainability goals to the fast-paced evolution of digital technology. Mobility Redefined is the podcast for senior managers, executives, and decision-makers who are leading this transformation. Hosted by Dr Kaan Yildizgöz, Executive Director at Modaxo, each episode brings expert insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the transport sector today. From digitalisation and workforce development to customer-centric innovations, this podcast covers the critical issues shaping the future of mobility. Why Listen? As a leader in public transport, you play a crucial role in building sustainable cities, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life. Mobility Redefined provides practical solutions, forward-thinking strategies, and visionary ideas to help you stay ahead of trends and lead your organisation into the future. With experience in public and private sectors, UITP and now Modaxo, Dr Yildizgöz brings a global perspective on transport policy, innovation, and leadership. He has also published two public transport books and spoken or trained in more than 70 countries around the wor…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-06T16:17:01.777743+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mobility-redefined-7025064"},"episode":{"title":"Innovating Transit Excellence: A Conversation with Ngien Hoon Ping, Group CEO, SMRT Corporation","slug":"innovating-transit-excellence-a-conversation-with-ngien-hoon-ping-group-ceo-smrt-corporation","published_at":"2026-01-12T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mobility-redefined-7025064/innovating-transit-excellence-a-conversation-with-ngien-hoon-ping-group-ceo-smrt-corporation","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mobility-redefined-7025064","url":"https://mobilityredefined.com/episodes/conversation-with-ngien-hoon-ping-smrt","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fabee148-8f2f-4c8f-8a93-2fc259104d7a.mp3","summary":"Public transport systems worldwide face rising expectations on reliability, resilience, and sustainability. In this episode, Mobility Redefined explores how Singapore continues to set global benchmarks in operational excellence through long-term thinking and disciplined execution. Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz speaks with Mr. Ngien Hoon Ping, Group CEO of SMRT Corporation, about continuous improvement through \"Kaizen,\" the role of people in digital transformation, and how AI-enabled depots, predictive maintenance, and real-time operations are reshaping daily performance. From Depot 4.0 to community-focused stations and energy efficiency, this conversation offers practical insights for transport leaders looking to balance automation, workforce wellbeing, and customer trust. Chapter Timings 00:00 Introduction to Mobility Redefined 00:27 Meet Mr. Ngien Hoon Ping: CEO of SMRT Corporation 01:49 Operational Excellence and Reliability at SMRT 05:47 Digital Transformation and Innovation 11:19 Balancing Automation with Human Experience 15:11 Elevating Passenger Experience 19:11 Sustainability and Energy Transition 21:38 Global Ambitions and Future Plans 26:02 Personal Insights and Conclusion Connect with Us: Website: https://mobilityredefined.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mobility-redefined/ Mobility Redefined is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.com Host: Dr. Kaan Yildizgoz Producer: Mike Cartmel Executive Producer: Darren Turpin Special thanks to: Brand design: Tina Olagundoye Digital Media: Belén Iturrioz Campo Marketing content and Mobility Redefined newsletter: Mike Cartmel If you have a question or comment, email us at mike.cartmel@modaxo.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflec…","meta_description":"Public transport systems worldwide face rising expectations on reliability, resilience, and sustainability. 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