More long reads – Page 5
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Metro Report InternationalThe role of ticketing technology in enabling MaaS
As more transport operators look to adopt Mobility as a Service business models, traditional fare collection technology could be holding them back.
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Metro Report InternationalDigitalisation strategies drive Smart Transit
The SmartTransit conference, organised by SmartRail World, is taking place on October 28-30 in Los Angeles.
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NewsComment: Safety first
The LRSSB will build on work undertaken by the safety steering group following a derailment at Sandilands in Croydon which killed seven passengers. Will technology make travel safer? It certainly has the potential to do so, as recent developments in the tram sector have shown. Several manufacturers, ...
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Metro Report InternationalMixed success in São Paulo
The São Paulo urban rail network is expanding as the city’s suburbs grow rapidly. But some projects are stuck, and solutions need to be found to deal with overcrowding. Benjámin Zelki reports.
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In depthToulouse: Transport investment for a growing population
As Toulouse grows to become the fourth-largest city in France, it requires transport investment to keep up with the expanding population and to reduce car use.
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In depthOslo: Investing in a zero-emission future
Oslo has a vision not only of a car-free city centre, but of emission-free public transport networks.
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In depthStockholm: Transport plans accompany housing development
Several metro expansion projects are due to be underway by the end of the year in a city where public transport has an 80% modal share at peak times.
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In depthTram orders falling but still strong
Worldwide tram and light rail vehicle orders have fallen for the second year in a row, but volumes are still high.
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In depthKrasnodar: Russia’s ‘southern capital’ relies on urban rail
Krasnodar has plans not only to expand its tram network, but also to develop modern commuter services on existing railways.
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In depthTampere prepares for its first tramway
Tampere is developing its first ever tram network, with some innovative methods being used to keep the public informed of construction progress.
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Metro Report InternationalOklahoma City: Setting a streetcar example
Despite several setbacks, the Oklahoma City Streetcar opened on time and on budget. Its success could have lessons for other projects.
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Metro Report InternationalPrivate sector drives Brazilian urban rail revival
The private sector is expected to play a crucial role in meeting Brazil’s urban rail needs.
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In depthBirmingham: All systems grow
Development of the West Midlands tram network is being underpinned by innovative management and procurement models, allied to wider changes in the provision of public transport.
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Metro Report InternationalFour modes in Busan
South Korea’s second city will soon become the location of the country’s first modern tram line. Its metro and suburban rail networks are also due to be expanded.
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Metro Report InternationalMexico City: Investment comes after years of decline
Public transport investment is a priority for Mexico City and the surrounding region. Fortunately, it seems progress is being made at last.
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Metro Report InternationalReshaping urban mobility
The role of urban rail is changing with the market. Automation and connectivity look set to disrupt the traditional modes of public transport provision.
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Metro Report InternationalBringing driverless technology to Wien
Work has started on the first driverless metro line in Wien, and investments are being made in other modes as well.
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Metro Report InternationalLearning to adapt in a multimodal transport era
Among the main messages from the UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2019 was that operators have to adapt to changing mobility needs as new modes emerge.
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Metro Report InternationalThe art of public transport
Next week, the international public transport community will come together in Stockholm for the UITP Global Public Transport Summit.