NATPAC
National Transportation Planning & Research Centre
KSCSTE–National Transportation Planning and Research Centre (NATPAC), an institution under the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), Government of Kerala, is a leading research and development organization working on multi-modal transportation systems.
About NATPAC
NATPAC undertakes research, consultancy, and policy support activities in the field of transportation planning and infrastructure development. The institution plays a significant role in supporting sustainable mobility initiatives and transportation solutions across Kerala and India.
The centre contributes to the advancement of transportation systems through scientific studies, field investigations, data-driven planning, and technology-enabled solutions that improve safety, efficiency, accessibility, and sustainability.
Research & Expertise Areas
• Transportation Planning
• Traffic Engineering
• Highway & Pavement Engineering
• Road Safety Studies
• Rural Roads Development
• Inland Water Transport
• Tourism Planning
• Transport Economics & Management
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Transport Energy & Environment
• Geomatics & Spatial Analysis
• Sustainable Mobility Solutions
Contribution to Sustainable Development
NATPAC supports evidence-based transportation planning and policy development by integrating engineering, technology, environmental considerations, and public safety into transportation systems. Its research contributes to smarter, safer, and more sustainable mobility solutions for society.