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Oxford University researcher honoured for study of Rio de Janeiro bus project
Media Release,
16 May 2019
Improving Transport Planning and Investment Through the Use of Accessibility Indicators
Case-Specific Policy Analysis, Policy Insights,
25 March 2019
- Improve understanding of links between changes in accessibility and well-being.
- Analyse local accessibility needs rather than focusing on the regional scale.
- Use a mix of easy-to-use indicators to support planning decisions.
- Move beyond measuring availability of infrastructure to an examination of user needs.
- Develop better methodologies for including accessibility considerations into project appraisal.
"Gender in Transport" workstream launched by ITF Corporate Partnership Board
Media Release,
7 March 2019
Policy Directions for Establishing a Metropolitan Transport Authority for Korea's Capital Region
Case-Specific Policy Analysis, Policy Insights,
31 October 2018
- Address coordination between jurisdictions at all territorial levels.
- Make establishment of the Metropolitan Transport Authority an integral part of decentralisation.
- Leverage support of the national government to establish the Metropolitan Transport Authority.
- Engage with public opinion to create broad support for the creation of a Metropolitan Transport Authority.
- Choose the right scope when defining responsibilities of the new Metropolitan Transport Authority.
- Focus on delivery of the government’s priority objectives for transport provision.
- Provide the Metropolitan Transport Authority with the necessary technical and financial capacity using fiscal instruments that bring mobility benefits as well as raising funds.
Policy Priorities for Decarbonising Urban Passenger Transport
Case-Specific Policy Analysis, Policy Insights,
21 October 2018
- Develop coherent electric mobility strategies for urban areas.
- Tailor urban decarbonising pathways to the development priorities of different country groups.
- Engage in holistic and prospective urban development planning that prioritises connectivity between different modes of travel.
- Forge new collaborations between relevant actors to address the sustainability challenges of urban passenger transport.
- Continue to employ and refine demand management measures to incentivise the use of sustainable transport modes.
- Consider behavioural factors in both supply- and demand-side decarbonisation measures for urban transport.
How the Inaccessibility Index Can Improve Transport Planning and Investment
Discussion Paper,
28 August 2018
London's Accessibility Indicators: Strengths, Weaknesses, Challenges
Discussion Paper,
27 August 2018
Blockchain and Beyond: Encoding 21st Century Transport
Corporate Partnership Board Report, Policy Insights,
16 May 2018
- Public authorities must prepare for a much more networked and meshed world.
- Take into account changes in data science and technology when developing Mobility as a Service.
- Look beyond initial cryptocurrency applications of distributed ledger technologies.
- Governments should help deploy the building blocks that enable wider uptake of distributed ledgers.
- Apply blockchain technology now for slow and (relatively) small transport use cases; anticipate next generation distributed ledger technologies for “big and fast” applications to be deployed later.
- Governments should develop algorithmic code-based regulation to accompany the uptake of distributed ledger technologies.
Integrating Urban Public Transport Systems and Cycling
Roundtable Report, Policy Insights,
25 April 2018
- Design interchange stations to provide secure, uncongested conditions for transfer by the shortest routes possible.
- Provide adequate bike parking areas at stations and stops.
- Integrate ticketing and information systems as well as the physical transport infrastructure.
- Establish integrated urban transport plans in consultation with stakeholders and the public.
Understanding Urban Travel Behaviour by Gender for Efficient and Equitable Transport Policies
Discussion Paper, Policy Insights,
1 February 2018
- Public transport scheduling needs to consider a wider range of needs and preferences.
- Taxi and informal transit services require safer regulations and technologies.
- Gender analysis leads to effective and efficient transport demand management.
- Safety improvements are key to ensure optimal public transport use.
National Issues in the USA in Economic Development, Mobility, and Income Inequality
Discussion Paper,
13 October 2016
Balancing Financial Sustainability and Affordability in Public Transport
Discussion Paper,
13 October 2016
Perspectives for Integrating Housing Location Considerations and Transport Planning as a Means to Face Social Exclusion in Indian Cities
Discussion Paper,
12 October 2016
How Equitable is Access to Opportunities and Basic Services Considering the Impact of the Level of Service?
Discussion Paper,
12 October 2016
Housing Plus Transportation Affordability Indices: Uses, Opportunities, and Challenges
Discussion Paper,
12 October 2016
Competitive Tendering in Local and Regional Public Transport in the Netherlands
Discussion Paper,
17 September 2016
Deregulation, Franchising, Outsourcing and Corporatisation in Local Public Transport
Discussion Paper,
17 September 2016
Shared mobility solutions improve access to jobs, health services and education
Media Release,
4 July 2016
Las soluciones de movilidad compartida mejoran el acceso al trabajo, los servicios sanitarios y la educación
Media Release,
4 July 2016
Les solutions de mobilité partagée améliorent l’accès à l’emploi, aux services de santé et à l’éducation
Media Release,
4 July 2016
Regulation of For-Hire Passenger Transport: Portugal in International Comparison
Case-Specific Policy Analysis, Policy Insights,
9 June 2016
- Steer policy development towards mobility services that allow efficient achievement of public policy objectives regarding the needs of consumers and society.
- Encourage innovative and more flexible regulation of for-hire transport services.
- Embrace data-led regulation to improve societal outcomes.
- Keep the regulatory framework of for-hire passenger transport services as simple and uniform as possible.
App-Based Ride and Taxi Services: Principles for Regulation
Corporate Partnership Board Report, Policy Insights,
9 May 2016
- Focus policy regarding for-hire passenger transport on the needs of consumers and society.
- Keep the regulation framework of for-hire passenger transport services as simple and uniform as possible.
- Encourage innovative and more flexible regulation of for-hire transport services.
- Embrace data-led regulation to improve societal outcomes.
Shared Mobility: Innovation for Liveable Cities
Corporate Partnership Board Report, Policy Insights,
9 May 2016
- Shared mobility benefits depend on creating the right market conditions and operational frameworks.
- Shared mobility has significant environmental benefits, even with current engine technology.
- Shared mobility will radically change public transport and most traditional bus services will disappear.
- Public authorities must guide the deployment of shared mobility systems and anticipate their impacts.