The metro or the underground might seem like a nightmare, but spare a thought for those navigating their way through Shinjuku Station in Tokyo. It’s the busiest station in the world and with a daily footfall that's double that of London Victoria, there’s now an app to help commuters get around.

54% of the world’s population lives in urban areas. Demographic shifts such as ageing communities have changed what people want and need from their city. Can brands help young and old people alike navigate more efficiently and connect with their surroundings?

Congestion in cities is a global problem. There are roughly 4 million vehicles in Bangalore, and the average worker in London spends around 227 hours a year commuting. Using crowdsourced data, Urban Engines is helping cities to become smarter, less congested and more efficient.

Google Maps might be the go-to app for getting around in the Western world, but in China – where Google has had a number of run-ins with the government over censorship – the digital map industry is wide open, and a number of major players are drawing up plans for domination.