2017
Aubin was one of ten projects chosen to be a part of the Billion Journeys Project to make public transport more accessible and inclusive.
Why Autism?
Autism is a lifelong condition that affects how people experience the world. Many autistic individuals avoid public transport due to anxiety from unexpected changes, sensory overload, or difficulty processing information—especially in busy environments. This can have a negative impact on social and economic activities and leave many people feeling isolated.
Aubin aims to support, not solve, these challenges by providing journey information and communication tools to help users feel more confident and make informed travel decisions.
The idea came from Product Manager Corinna Smiles, inspired by her autistic son. She envisioned a travel app focused on user needs and preferences, not just speed. With her team, Aubin took shape and has continued to evolve ever since.
700k
autistic people in the UK
52%
of autistic individuals fear unexpected changes, hindering their use of buses or trains.
22%
of disabled rail passengers have a lack of confidence travelling alone.
31%
of the disabled adult population avoid rail / 9% of the total adult population.
Our story
Aubin has received the following industry financial support and awards during its development from concept to fully working prototype solution.
2018
Aubin won an Accessibility Innovation competition to build a fully working prototype.
2021
Aubin won the Mayor of London Covid Safe Travel Challenge, to help London bounce back better after the pandemic.
2023
Aubin was one of three successful applicants to take part in the Station Innovation Zone challenge, to trial the app at Bristol Temple Meads Station.
2024
Aubin was featured in the Futures of Rail exhibition at the National Railway Museum. In June, it secured Innovate UK funding and later in the year was selected by Bethnal Green Ventures as one of 12 Tech for Good startups, and spun off from Jnction to become Aubin MaaS Ltd, a social enterprise.
2025
Successfully delivered Innovate UK funded project: Accessible Solutions for Disrupted Journeys and released Aubin into the app stores with live disruption information and re-routing advice.
