Currently, residents and visitors navigating our smart city will access information from a range of online and offline sources, and may struggle to find up to date information on events, experiences, transport and safety.
We’re turning Sunderland into a connected city: providing a smooth, integrated experience for everyone who lives, works, and plays in our smart city. This year, we’ve rolled out Phase 1 of the brand-new Sunderland App: a free resource with everything you need to know about what’s going on in Sunderland, at your fingertips. Through our new citywide app, we consolidate information on events, sightseeing, transport, and share exclusive discounts, keeping residents and visitors alike up to date on their city.
The Sunderland App will help increase community engagement and provide a platform for local businesses to promote their offerings; thereby stimulating economic growth. Up-to-date travel and access information on the app will ease the experience of people travelling around the city. The app may also be used in future to enhance public safety through alerts on weather, traffic, or public incidents.
During the soft launch period from June 2024 to August 2024, the app was downloaded by 490 users.