Andrew Jones

Andrew Jones is an Assistant Professor (Research) at the Research Centre for Business in Society (CBiS) at Coventry University. His research focuses on sustainable transport, accessibility, transport policy, and their economic impacts. He holds a PhD from the University of Wolverhampton (2014), examining Foreign Direct Investment in the English Premier League. Prior to CBiS, he evaluated the ERDF-funded KEEN programme. His work spans projects for ESPON, DEFRA, and Coventry City Council, addressing sustainable transport solutions and rural connectivity challenges. He has published in journals like Transportation Research Part A and Journal of Rural Studies, and contributes to teaching cases on post-pandemic transport recovery. His vision emphasizes inclusive, net-zero transport systems addressing accessibility gaps.

Education:

• PhD in Business Management (University of Wolverhampton, 2014)
• MA in International Business
• BA in Business Management

Research Interests:

• Sustainable Transport & Electric Vehicles
• Transport Policy & Economic Development
• Urban-Rural Connectivity
• Social & Economic Impacts of Transport
• Knowledge Transfer in Sport Management

His recent work explores stakeholder engagement in transport innovation, post-pandemic mobility trends, and policy frameworks for decarbonization. He collaborates with EU projects like KEYSTONE to enhance transport ecosystems. Key outputs include analyses of EV adoption barriers, rural electrification trials, and Olympic legacies.

Consultancy & Activities:

• Transport Policy Advisor for UK Government Departments
• Co-Investigator on 10+ research projects (2014–2025)
• Guest Lecturer in Sustainable Supply Chains

Labs & Collaborations: Active in CBiS, collaborating with institutions across Europe on transport sustainability and regional development. His work aligns with UN SDGs 7 (Clean Energy), 9 (Industry/Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 13 (Climate Action).