Hyperloop development: A look at progress and future plans
HDP Partners Day 2024 in Dübendorf, Switzerland
The Hyperloop Development Program (HDP) is excited to announce the publication of two critical documents that together encapsulate our progress and vision for the future: ‘Hyperloop in Review - January 2025’ and ‘HDP Vision Paper - Accelerating Toward Europe’s Goal of Sustainable Transport’.
As we look back on 2024’s remarkable milestones and forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead, these publications serve as a comprehensive resource for stakeholders, researchers, and anyone passionate about the future of mobility.
Looking back: Hyperloop in Review
The Hyperloop in Review report chronicles the achievements of 2024, highlighting the strides made in hyperloop technology, infrastructure, and policy. From cutting-edge test facilities to advancements in lane-switching and regulatory updates, the report showcases how hyperloop is steadily transforming from concept to reality.
Key highlights include:
Technological advancements: Notable progress in test facilities and demonstrator projects across Europe and beyond.
Policy momentum: Updates on regulatory frameworks and policy alignments, including the TEN-T regulation, which emphasizes sustainable and innovative transport technologies, including hyperloop.
Collaborative progress: Insights into the partnerships and institutions driving hyperloop innovation.
This retrospective offers valuable insights into how the global hyperloop community is laying the groundwork for the future of ultra-fast, energy-efficient travel.
Looking ahead: HDP Vision Paper
While the Hyperloop in Review report reflects on past accomplishments, the HDP Vision Paper looks ahead to the future. Discussions on a shared vision for hyperloop development were launched during the HDP Partners Day in July 2024 and took place in Dübendorf, Switzerland. The collaborative effort of HDP Partners culminated in the publication of a forward-thinking document in December 2024. It outlines the strategic direction needed to achieve hyperloop’s potential as a cornerstone of Europe’s sustainable transport strategy.
Highlights include:
Alignment with EU policies: How hyperloop supports European competitiveness and the TEN-T regulation’s sustainability goals.
Roadmap to commercialization: A timeline toward large-scale implementation, tackling regulatory, technical, and operational challenges.
Sustainability and efficiency: An exploration of hyperloop’s capacity to reduce emissions, congestion, and travel time while enhancing connectivity.
The HDP Vision Paper provides a blueprint for fostering innovation, addressing mobility challenges, and building a transport ecosystem aligned with Europe’s long-term goals.
Explore the reports
As hyperloop gains traction in the public and private sectors, its potential to complement the existing transport network becomes increasingly evident. By leveraging innovation, collaboration, and policy alignment, we are determined to make hyperloop not just a concept but a critical part of the European and global transport network.
We invite you to dive deeper into hyperloop’s journey. Explore the progress of 2024 and the vision for the years ahead by accessing the reports via the Downloads menu above.