EPA operates several working groups (WGs) which gather members with an interest in a particular topic. You will find the list of current WGs below, if you would like more information please contact epa@europeanparking.eu.
- Communications WG: develops EPA communications strategy for implementation in 2025-2026, possibly including new EPA website, new logo, (bi-)monthly newsletter, revamped PTI magazine, etc.
2. Digitalisation & Data WG: increases awareness amongst EPA members of the importance of data (sharing) and National Access Points (NAPs), liaises with the EU-funded NAPCORE project on parking data sharing, develops and maintains a European Regulated Parking Data Profile, promotes and facilitates the uptake of the APDS standard incl. in connected sectors (EV charging, secure cycle parking, Automated Valet Parking) with the relevant stakeholders (EVRF, CIE, EAVP, 5GAA,…) etc.
3. Enforcement WG: builds on the regulatory-technical campaigns conducted in 2023-2024 on the topics of Cross-Border Enforcement of parking infringements and the European Parking Card for persons with disabilities, works on relevant aspects such as access to national databases with license plates, ANPR camera-based enforcement and UVARs (Urban Vehicle Access Regulations) etc.
4. EVs & Fire Safety WG: develops and updates the EPA Fire Safety Advice Toolbox, provides input to the EU Commission ‘STF Task Force 6 Fire Safety’, gathers and exchanges best practices from EPA members etc.