Development on Water Transport System in Sri Lanka with Available Water Resources

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 3458-3465
Author(s):  
T.D.C. Pushpakumara ◽  
◽  
U.L.P. Nimesh ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Past History ◽  
Network Connectivity ◽  
Google Earth ◽  
Inland Waterways ◽  
Western Province ◽  
Water Transportation

Traffic congestion is an enormous problem at peak hours in western province. Existing transport system is not capable to overcome these complexity situations. Therefore, Srilankan government needs to find out different mode of transport to save time and money and finally economy of the country. In the past history, there was a rich water transportation system over the country. Specially, the western province has a well-distributed network of inland waterways, comprising of main rivers, streams, canals, lakes, and tanks. Most of the time, the existing waterways were used for freight transportation (timber, sand, brick, and tiles. compare to Public transportation. The study is to determine the efficient use of waterways for the public transportation focusing the travel time and fuel consumption. The existing water way network was map and find availability of other network connectivity using ArcGIS and Google Earth Pro software. Then compare it with an existing public transportation mode (bus) and checked the suitability of usage of water transportation as an alternative to reduce the existing traffic congestion problem. And proposed water way transport system, that capable of potential and strategic way to reduce the traffic congestion problem in Colombo and its sub urban areas.

TRANSPORTATION AND QUALITY OF LIFE

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (13) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Ghapar Othman ◽  
Kausar Hj. Ali
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Urban Area ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Urban Transportation ◽  
Potential Threat ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
Negative Impacts

Transportation is one of the key indicators used to measure the Quality of Life of people especially those living in the urban area. Many aspects of transportation are very significant as they have the power to directly influence our way of life in search for a better Quality of Life. Many Malaysians depend on private vehicle transportations to cater their daily travel needs which inevitably leads to an over infiltration of vehicles into the urban area. Automobile dependency has always been viewed as a potential threat to Malaysia’s urban areas, as it contributes to the increase in traffic congestion, higher accidents rate, inefficient usage of urban land, environmental pollution, adverse economic impacts, urban sprawling and reduces the overall quality of public transportation. All these negative impacts deteriorate the quality of life of urban dwellers. This chapter will discuss Malaysia's urban transportation in general, focusing on the struggle between private and public transportation usage and the impacts of automobile dependency towards the urban dwellers’ Quality of Life; as well as putting forward possible strategies and measures in an attempt to provide a balanced urban transportation system.

scholarly journals Evaluasi Perilaku (Consumer Behavior) Pengguna Dan Operator Angkutan Umum Perkotaan

2010 ◽  
Vol 22 (12) ◽  
pp. 1272-1281
Author(s):  
Sri Atun
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Mass Transit ◽  
The Other

In the context of public transport and urban areas, the main problem faced is traffic congestion. Ihismn be mused m; many things, such as traffic discipline is relatively low, not optimal role has not beenimplemented angktuan general and mass transit in urban areas optimally. Conduct public Searaurban transport users have not shown good discipline. On the other side of the urban public transportavailable was impressed not planned on a needs basis. Type of public transportation in some areascontinue to grow with the reason for fleet renewal, while tlze aging of the existing jl.t is still operating.Condud public transport operators in urban areas seem to find profit without regard to rules that should be applied.

scholarly journals Analisis Potensi dan Kesiapan Penerapan [Electronic Road Pricing di Wilayah Perkotaan The Analysis of Potential and Readiness of the Implementation of Electronic Road Pricing in Urban Area]

2018 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-100
Author(s):  
Arbie Sianipar
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Engineering ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Road Pricing ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Level Of Service ◽  
Private Transportation ◽  
Perception Analysis ◽  
Descriptive Method

Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) is one of the appropriate efforts to reduce the vehicle volume in order to solve the traffic congestion in urban areas. Nevertheless, the implementation of ERP requires to be supported by the provision of the adequate public transportation to substitute the private transportation. This study aims to find out the potential and the readiness of the implementation of ERP in urban areas. Ths study employed descriptive method using the performance analysis of the roads and the perception analysis of the user on the implementation of ERP policy. The result of the analysis shows that the level of V/C Ratio of the roads in Medan City was ≥ 0.80 and the level of service was D. The levels show that the performance of road service is poor; therefore, the traffic engineering and management in Medan City is necessary. The perception analysis shows that 56% of the respondents object the implementation of ERP in Medan City.Keywords: Analysis of Roads Performance, Electronic Road Pricing, Traffic Engineering, Urban Traffic Congestion. AbstrakERP (Electronic Road Pricing) merupakan salah satu upaya yang tepat untuk mengurangi volume kendaraan guna mengatasi persoalan kemacetan di perkotaaan. Namun, penerapan ERP perlu didukung dengan penyediaan angkutan umum yang memadai sebagai pengganti angkutan pribadi. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui potensi dan kesiapan penerapan kebijakan ERP di wilayah perkotaan. Kajian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif dengan analisis kinerja ruas jalan dan analisis persepsi pengguna jalan terhadap penerapan kebijakan ERP. Hasil analisis diperoleh nilai V/C Ratio Jalan di Kota Medan ≥0,80 dan nilai level of service D. Nilai tersebut menunjukkan bahwa kinerja pelayanan jalan buruk sehingga perlu dilakukan rekayasa dan manajemen lalu lintas di Kota Medan. Analisis persepsi menunjukkan 56% responden menolak penerapan ERP di Kota Medan.Kata kunci: Kemacetan Perkotaan, Electronic Road Pricing, Analisis Kinerja Ruas Jalan, Rekayasa Lalu Lintas.

Investigating factors affecting the mode choices of commuters in Kuwait city & surrounding urban areas: Strategies for a higher quality and more sustainable public transport system

2019 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-76
Author(s):  
Esraa Jamal ◽  
David Scott ◽  
Ahmed Idris ◽  
Gordon Lovegrove
Keyword(s):  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Cultural Factors ◽  
Sustainable Transportation ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Transportation Problems ◽  
Transportation Projects

Abstract This paper reports on the social, cultural, and demographic factors affecting Kuwaiti commuters. The objectives were to 1) investigate the awareness of Kuwaitis of transportation problems, 2) examine the perceptions of Kuwaitis of daily traffic congestion and how it affects them emotionally and physically, and the main objective 3) study the attitudes of Kuwaitis towards using public buses. An online survey was used to examine these factors, and a sample of five hundred transportation system users was obtained. The primary findings showed significant associations between the use of public transport buses and the user’s nationality, gender, age, education, and income level. Men are 2.6 times more likely to use buses, and non-Kuwaiti residents are 6.4 times more likely to use them. In relation to the perceptions of daily traffic congestion, findings indicate that with increase in travel time, commuters, in general, developed more negative feelings, such as exhaustion and stress. A large proportion of the sample population is aware of current local transportation problems and future transportation projects. The results of this study fill a gap in the knowledge of the socioeconomic and cultural factors that influence the success of sustainable public transportation solutions to the traffic challenges found in Kuwait. This knowledge is also crucial to foreign consultants working on planning and transportation projects in the region. It is recommended that officials use this new knowledge on cultural factors to develop integrated land use and transportation plans of the urban areas in Kuwait and to develop more effective and sustainable transportation demand management policies in support of UN Sustainable Development Goals that Kuwait has signed up to pursue.

People’s Perception of Public Transport Services in Oman

2013 ◽  
Vol 65 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rakesh Belwal
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Transport Infrastructure ◽  
Public Transport System ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Public Transport Services

The role of public transport services is crucial in ensuring mobility. The Sultanate of Oman has shown a remarkable growth in the last three decades in almost all areas except in the development of public transport infrastructure and services. Currently, Public transportation is a pressing concern for Oman and is attracting much attention, especially in light of increasing traffic congestion and safety concerns. This research followed a public needs assessment and opinion survey approach and covered 2000 respondents in the Al Batinah region of Oman. A quantitative analysis was initially performed using the SPSS, which was later followed by a qualitative analysis. The specific objectives were to conduct a socio-economic feasibility analysis towards the establishment of an effective public transport system in Oman and to study residents’ requirements, sharing habits, traveling behaviors, expenditure and expectations towards public transport in Oman. The study concludes that public transportation in Oman is still in its infancy, and the introduction of a public transport system has taken an unusually long time. People realize the need for a better system, but their knowledge of different transport modes and their use is very limited. People’s attitudes towards using public transport are positive; however, they much prefer to use their own cars. The nearest substitute to the personal car is the taxi, which largely fulfills the role of public transport, barring very few bus lines. On the socio-economic front, this study does not find any major obstacles to the adoption and use of public transportation in Oman.

scholarly journals Service Quality and Satisfaction with City Bus Public Transport, Kota Kinabalu Sabah

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.36) ◽  
pp. 78
Author(s):  
Abdullahi Ali Mohamed ◽  
Chong Yau Giou ◽  
Lawal Billa ◽  
Mohd. Ahmadullah Farooqi
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Income Group ◽  
City Bus ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Bus Service ◽  
Mode Of Transport

The urban public transportation is an important network system that many urban residences have come to rely on for accessibility and linkage to key urban areas. Although in many urban centers, private transport services is also a preferred mode of transport for many people, however, the significance of public transport remains a perceived need of the city from the standpoint of efficient and timely link between urban areas, control of traffic congestion, and impact on the urban air quality. For the public to maintain their patronage in public transport, reasonable public satisfaction with the services offered is indispensable. Kota Kinabalu city bus is a government-operated bus company started in 2009, but is gradually loosing public interest with low patronage, resulting in increase in personal vehicle traffic. This study aims to understand the reasons for low user patronage of city bus service by investigating the efficiency and quality of service provided. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected using questionnaire survey and open ended interview. Data is analyzed using inferential statistics analysis and factor analysis. Findings reveals that majority of the users are female of Malaysia nationality in age group 18-24 years and predominantly from low-income group. Overall users rated satisfaction is low because poor services in key area such as Disabled-friend Facility, Bus Network Coverage, Overcrowding and Vehicle Cleanliness. Comfort and Safety were also a major area of concern. It was evident from the study that the users are willing to pay more for improved quality City but. It can thus be inferred that the users of public bus service are not necessarily looking for cheap services but will appreciate improved services at the reasonable price  

scholarly journals Congestion, Road Safety, and the Effectiveness of Public Policies in Urban Areas

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (18) ◽  
pp. 5092 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Albalate ◽  
Xavier Fageda
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Road Safety ◽  
Public Policies ◽  
Sustainable Transportation ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
Road Accidents ◽  
Local Policy ◽  
Sustainable Mobility

Congestion and road accidents are both considered essential challenges for sustainable mobility in large cities, but their relationship is only partially explored by the literature. In this paper, we empirically examine different public policies aimed at reducing urban traffic congestion but which may also have indirect effects on road accidents and casualties. We use data from 25 large urban areas in Spain for the period 2008–2017 and apply econometric methods to investigate how a variety of public policies do affect both negative externalities. Although the relationship between congestion and road safety is complex, we find that the promotion of certain modes of public transportation and the regulation of parking spaces may contribute to making cities more sustainable, both in terms of the time spent traveling and the probability of being affected by an accident. Considering whether policies addressing congestion improve or damage road safety as an indirect result is a useful approach for local policy-makers and planners in their attempt to get sustainable transportation outcomes.

scholarly journals Recommendation based on Prediction of Commuter Flow and Occupancy in Bus Transport

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 8302-8305
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Credit Card ◽  
Transportation System ◽  
Smart Transportation ◽  
The Public ◽  
Public Transportation System ◽  
User Friendly ◽  
Bus Transport

The current public transportation in India is found to have higher traffic congestion levels within the bus and is an inefficient transport system for the public. The traffic and the over congested public transports we see on the roads is an effect of this problem. Increasing the public transportation is not the only solution, to make it better we also need to make it smarter. Though there are many other proposals for smart transportation we have come up with a unique way of approaching it. The aim is to provide smartness to the existing transportation system so that it becomes efficient and user-friendly for the public. The public need not depend on the paper tickets anymore and instead can have an smart RF ID with themselves which is not a big issue since its just credit card sized. One big advantage with this system is that public who are waiting to board can know the number of passengers in the vehicle and can decide whether to board or not beforehand. By this way the higher authorities can also see if there is a scarcity in any particular route and can immediately send more vehicles in the particular route. Using this technique, the congestion of the vehicles can be reduced and it will be easier for the public to make use of the public transportation system.

scholarly journals GIS-Based Survey over the Public Transport Strategy: An Instrument for Economic and Sustainable Urban Traffic Planning

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 16
Author(s):  
Gabriela Droj ◽  
Laurențiu Droj ◽  
Ana-Cornelia Badea
Keyword(s):  
Network Analysis ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Urban Traffic ◽  
The Public ◽  
Real Time Traffic ◽  
The Impact

Traffic has a direct impact on local and regional economies, on pollution levels and is also a major source of discomfort and frustration for the public who have to deal with congestion, accidents or detours due to road works or accidents. Congestion in urban areas is a common phenomenon nowadays, as the main arteries of cities become congested during peak hours or when there are additional constraints such as traffic accidents and road works that slow down traffic on road sections. When traffic increases, it is observed that some roads are predisposed to congestion, while others are not. It is evident that both congestion and urban traffic itself are influenced by several factors represented by complex geospatial data and the spatial relationships between them. In this paper were integrated mathematical models, real time traffic data with network analysis and simulation procedures in order to analyze the public transportation in Oradea and the impact on urban traffic. A mathematical model was also adapted to simulate the travel choices of the population of the city and of the surrounding villages. Based on the network analysis, traffic analysis and on the traveling simulation, the elements generating traffic congestion in the inner city can be easily determined. The results of the case study are emphasizing that diminishing the traffic and its effects can be obtained by improving either the public transport density or its accessibility.

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