The poster depicts innovative parking policies from Europe, like parking caps and building codes, to have better parking, better streets and better air.
Source: Michael Kodransky
The poster depicts innovative parking policies from Europe, like parking caps and building codes, to have better parking, better streets and better air.
Source: Michael Kodransky
While implementation of high capacity bus systems in cities are important in improving bus speeds, reducing operating costs, and reducing conflicts between various travel modes, they could also pave the way for implementing long – term transit reforms. These could be in the form of better connectivity between feeder services, inducing bus fleet modernization and induce greater investment in the transport sector from the private stakeholders etc. Unlike in developed countries where a ridership of 5000 people per day is sufficient for a system to be considered viable, developing countries have ridership reaching up to 20,000 ppdph. In such scenarios, bus systems can only be successful if implemented along with a slew of other institutional reforms that protect public interests and which ensure high quality service in the long run.
Thus this report reviews in depth how significant arrangements in different HCBS projects affect transit service delivery. It draws form examples of developing countries of Latin America, which have proven successful in implementing HCBS and makes recommendations for taking full advantage of the opportunity that an HCBS project provides to leverage some related, transit system reforms, which are critical to the full success of HCBS.
With a population of over 6.38 million in the city of Hyderabad and a significant portion of this population concentrated in the city core, Hyderabad is a fast growing city. Alarming trends in rising modal share of private vehicles and a decline in public transport share, if unchecked could lead to severe congestion & traffic snarls in the city. As a result, this would be an optimum time for the city to consider and develop other mass transit options.
This report weighs mass transit options along 3 central corridors with a potential to expand to 9 other corridors in the future. Recommendation for BRT as a feasible option is made through the analysis of existing traffic, mode shift impacts and demand estimates as well as financial viability of the system. Impacts of the BRT system on traffic reduction and emission control is presented along with future steps to be taken, all of which could transform Hyderabad into a livable, walk-able, congestion free city.
Increased urbanism and migration towards Indian cities have lead to growth of employment and commercial nodes in suburban areas, resulting in urban sprawl that favors private motorized transport systems. As a result, the number of non-motorized trips have reduced drastically in the past few years while paratransit systems have come into existence to serve those who do not own a private transport mode and are inadequately served by public transport systems.
This report looks at some of the policy & tax incentives given by the government to the industry behind 2 & 3 wheelers and subsequent framework at policy & individual levels to control emissions & regulate users. The status of existing transport modeling systems used in traffic data analysis is also reviewed along with a commentary on the drawbacks of existing systems. Analysis of mode shares, trip lengths & safety issues for these transport modes across select cities in India is presented along with a review of existing transport policies & policy recommendations for safe & efficient use of 2 & 3 wheelers in India.
Providing easy-to-use customer information is a critical component of efforts to increase the use of public transport in any city. A robust information portal which will expand users access to information with a website, call centre and improved signage will deliver customised multimodal trip planning information via SMS, website, and over the phone. These services will also disseminate basic system information including routes, timings, and fares. These systems will rely on an up-to-date central database with information from all transport providers in the city.
This Terms of Reference has been prepared to invite interested parties to design, implement, and operate a comprehensive user information system for a public transport system.
Greenways are managed open spaces that offer improved mobility to pedestrians and cyclists, create new recreational space for city residents, and enhance environmental assets. A greenway project can transform a neglected creek or drainage channel into a high quality public space that becomes part of the city’s open space network. Designed with accessibility and safety features in mind, greenways can become a place of enjoyment for residents of all ages and genders. The planning process for greenways combines analysis of the hydrological features of the waterway with an assessment of the mobility needs of local residents and non-motorised transport (NMT) users in the city as a whole. The design of a greenway must be integrated with a city’s transport network, especially city wide pedestrian and cycle networks. In addition, the design should take into account nearby public transport services to improve accessibility to the greenway.
This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for the design of Greenways.
Mass rapid transit, complemented by city bus services, forms the transport backbone of every successful city. More and more cities across the world are implementing bus rapid transit (BRT) systems to quickly and effectively expand their mass rapid transit services. After carrying out a pre-feasibility study, the next key step is to prepare a detailed project report highlighting the proposed BRT system’s detailed service planning and infrastructure design.
This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for preparing a detailed project report for a BRT system.
Well-designed streets are a critical element of a safe and efficient mobility system. At present, poor design and management of streets in cities are contributing to increased congestion, pollution, road safety risks, and maintenance requirements. Going forward, City corporations may seek to establish a network of streets that offer convenience and safety to all users. They will implement streets with high quality walking and cycling facilities, improved access to public transport, organised parking, and streamlined junctions.
A key aim of the Street Design project is to ensure equitable allocation of road space to walking and cycling—collectively known as “non-motorised transport” (NMT). NMT modes provide basic mobility and affordable transport, and bring significant health and recreation benefits. Improving conditions for NMT reduces the demand for travel by motorised vehicles and associated issues such as pollution and safety. NMT also provides crucial first- and-last mile connectivity to public transport.
This document outlines the scope of work for empaneled Consultants along with details about the empanelment process.
Well-designed streets are a critical element of a safe and efficient mobility system. At present, poor design and management of streets in cities are contributing to increased congestion, pollution, road safety risks, and maintenance requirements. Going forward, City corporations may seek to establish a network of streets that offer convenience and safety to all users.
This document outlines the scope of work for the appointed consultants for the design of Pedestrian Zones.
High quality city bus services are the backbone of urban transport systems. This request for proposals (RFP) for city bus operations is based on a gross cost contracting model, in which the service provider procures, operates, and maintains the buses. The implementing agency provides compensation per kilometre operated. To maintain high quality standards, the implementing agency should monitor the system on a regular basis. Payments are subject to penalties based on any observed shortcomings in the quality of service.
The RFP has been prepared with an intention to invite prospective bidders and to assist them in making their decision of whether or not to submit a proposal. The RFP should be customised per the size of the fleet to be procured, the number of kilometres to be operated, and the types of buses required (e.g., mini-, midi- or regular sized buses).