Buch, Englisch, 256 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 453 g
Perspectives for Sustainable Mobility
Buch, Englisch, 256 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 453 g
Reihe: Routledge Studies in the Modern World Economy
ISBN: 978-0-415-82772-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
The book discusses the rationale, highlighting the importance of intercity transport agenda especially for developing Asia. It reviews the evolution of different transport systems and role of intercity transport policy over time including recently emerging challenges particularly in the developed world. The book also includes country cases and analysis. It looks at key thematic issues which are at the core of intercity transport policy, covering all land transport modes. Cross country data on intercity transport variables are utilized for quantitative analysis on the relevant issues.
This book provides suggestions for policy strategies and measures to be undertaken and will be of interest to those interested in urban transport development.
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Part I: Introduction and Setting the Context 1. Introduction 2. Historical Perspective on Evolution of Intercity Transport System 3. Asian Context and Key Issues for Intercity Transport Development Part II: Country Case Studies and Comparative Analysis Part III: Issues, Analysis and Policy Strategies 14. Dynamics of Intercity Passenger Demand and Travel Behavior 15. Planning for Coordinated and Multimodal Transport System 16. Improving Intercity Road Transport 17. Improving Conventional Railway System 18. Developing High-Speed Rail (HSR) System 19. Managing Modal Competition for Balanced Mode Share 20. PPP for Intercity Transport in Asia 21. Conclusion: Policy Recommendations