Surveillance of cyclists and personal mobility device users in Moscow expands in 2024
By 2024, Moscow is increasing the number of video recording systems that monitor cyclists, scooters, and other personal mobility devices. This development is being reported through the Telegram channel of the Moscow Ministry of Transport, signaling a strategic shift toward more comprehensive street monitoring and safety enforcement. These cameras form part of a broader effort to manage traffic in a city where micro-mobility has grown rapidly and steadily, and where the authorities are focused on maintaining orderly and safe movement for all road users. [Source: Moscow Ministry of Transport]
Officials note that the Situation Center tracks a growing network of safe passage zones. Currently, more than 250 slow zones in the city are under observation, and a pilot program includes 10 photo-video recording systems operating in test mode. The goal of these systems is to deter rule violations by bicycle and scooter riders, with plans to expand the network further during the year. This approach reflects Moscow’s commitment to reducing infractions that compromise safety and to improving compliance with traffic regulations among micro-mobility participants. [Source: Moscow Ministry of Transport]
The Situation Center dedicated to personal mobility device users has been active in Moscow for a year. During the 2023 season, experts documented more than a thousand traffic violations, including parking infringements, incidents, and cases of overcrowding at bicycle parking areas. This data underscores the city’s ongoing focus on enforcing rules that affect the flow and safety of street transit, while also highlighting the need for better infrastructure and clearer guidelines for micro-mobility operators. [Source: Moscow Ministry of Transport]
There was also public awareness about product availability, with citizens previously inquiring about when Solaris vehicles might be introduced by Russian dealers. This reflects broader market interest in updated fleets of mobility options and the regulatory environment that accompanies new technology deployments on the streets. [Source: Moscow Ministry of Transport]