With the accession of Miskolc, the STiDS data-sharing cooperation has expanded to three cities. The initiative connecting Szeged, Timișoara, and Miskolc establishes a common foundation for sharing traffic and air quality data, as well as for developing services based on them.
At the closing event held in Miskolc on October 28, 2026, we presented the results of the STiDS and STiDS-Mi projects alongside our partners. During the event, we also demonstrated how a new city can connect to an existing data ecosystem by building on established technology and cooperative frameworks.
What does a common data space mean in practice?
A common data space provides an environment where cities can share their data according to unified standards and with regulated access, while retaining control over its usage.
Originally, Szeged and Timișoara participated in the STiDS cooperation, which Miskolc joined as part of the STiDS-Mi project. The coordinated management of traffic and air quality data enables comparisons between cities, AI-based forecasting, and the creation of new, data-driven services. All of this can serve to provide a better understanding of urban operations and support more informed decision-making.
Clarity's role in the implementation
Clarity Consulting's work ranged from project management to technical implementation. Our task was to connect urban needs, technological capabilities, and the professional work of the partners.
Project Management: we coordinated the work of partners and professional tasks, as well as the progress of the project.
Architecture and Technical Integration: we led the architectural design and technical implementation of the data space in Miskolc, from the FIWARE-based infrastructure to the integration of data sources.
Data Sharing and Onboarding Frameworks: we contributed to establishing operational rules for data management and data sharing, as well as documenting the process facilitating the onboarding of new cities.
Practical Applications: by involving partner universities from Timișoara (UPT) and Szeged (SZTE), we supported the development of data-driven public transportation and air quality use cases.
An expandable foundation for other cities as well
The long-term value of the initiative lies in its reusability and scalability. A solution developed in one city can serve as a starting point for other cities: common data models, interoperable systems, and a documented onboarding process can facilitate further expansion.
With the conclusion of these projects, a technological and cooperative foundation has been established upon which future urban developments and new services can also be built.
We thank our partners for their collaboration, and Miskolc for their hospitality!
Further details about the event and the project can be read in BOON's report.
