Tag: Urban Transport
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Sydney’s $18.5m cycleway under scrutiny three months after opening
Rethinking the inner-Sydney cycleway rollout Three months after its official unveiling, Sydney’s much-vaunted inner-city cycleway project is drawing renewed attention, and not all of it is positive. The $18.5 million scheme, hailed as a landmark in the city’s cycling network, is facing scrutiny from riders, pedestrians, and small business owners who say the reality on…
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NSW to fine operators up to $55k for dumped e-bikes, new parking bays proposed
NSW introduces strict penalties to curb dumped e-bikes The New South Wales government has announced a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at addressing the growing problem of dumped and poorly parked e-bikes across Sydney. Under a bill to be introduced to Parliament, the state will work with councils to establish dedicated e-bike parking bays in…
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LTFRB Reviews Franchise Data to Tackle Commuting Woes
New LTFRB Leadership Looks to Data-Driven Solutions for Public Transport The newly installed chairman of the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB), Lawyer Vigor D. Mendoza II, has ordered a comprehensive data pull from LTFRB regional offices. The goal is to compile all information related to issued franchises and analyze how many are still…
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The Tragedy of Calçada da Glória: A Safety Analysis
Understanding the Calçada da Glória Tragedy The recent tragedy involving the Elevador da Glória in Lisbon has raised significant concerns about safety measures surrounding this iconic transportation system. As the investigation unfolds, we look into the known data and analyze where improvements can be made to prevent such incidents in the future. The Incident Overview…
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Inauguration of Via Expresa Sur: Key Questions Remain
The Inauguration of Via Expresa Sur This Tuesday marked a significant milestone for the city of Lima as the first stage of the Via Expresa Sur was officially inaugurated. This ambitious project has sparked extensive discussions among citizens and officials alike, primarily due to the controversies surrounding its inception and development. With the initial phase…