The continuing requirement for better urban transport systems in general and the need for a healthier environment has led to an increased level of research around the world. This is reflected in the proceedings of this well-established meeting which demonstrates the steady growth and research into urban transport systems. The variety of topics covered by this conference are of primary importance for analysing the complex interaction of the urban transport environment and for establishing action strategies for transport and traffic problems.
Transportation in cities with its related environmental and social concerns is a topic of the utmost importance for urban authorities and central governments around the world. Urban Transport systems require considerable studies to safeguard their operational use, maintenance and safety. They produce significant environmental impacts and can enhance or degrade the quality of life in urban centres. The emphasis is to seek transportation systems that minimize any ecological and environmental impact, are sustainable and help to improve the socio-economic fabric of the city. Another area of concern addressed by the conference is that of public safety and security, seeking ways to protect passengers while retaining the efficiency of the systems.
Conference Topics: - Transport modelling and simulation
- Transport security and safety
- Transport technology
- Land use and transport integration
- Intelligent transport systems
- Public transport systems
- Road pricing
- Inter-modal transport systems
- Transport automation
- Traffic management
- Urban transport strategies
- Urban transport management
- Environmental impact, including air pollution and noise
- Information techniques and communications
- Mobility behaviour
- Policy frameworks
- Environmentally friendly vehicles
- Transport sustainability
- Safety of users in road evacuation
