Bus Rapid Transit implementation in Beijing: An evaluation of performance and impacts

Authors

Taotao Deng
John D. Nelson

Document Type

Journal Article

Publication Date

2012

Subject Area

mode - bus rapid transit, place - asia, technology - intelligent transport systems

Keywords

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Evaluation, Performance, Impacts

Abstract

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems are undergoing rapid development in many countries due to the unique characteristics of this form of mass transit. In China, BRT schemes are being adopted as a key strategy for relieving traffic problems. As a case-study, this paper examines the performance and impacts of BRT in Beijing, the first full-featured BRT system in China. It considers in turn the role of ITS technology in influencing the operational efficiency, technical performance and cost issues associated with BRT. Particular attention is given to the consequent impacts of BRT on travel behaviour change, traffic environment and property development. While some challenges remain, the early performance of BRT suggests that it is one of the key measures for promoting sustainable mobility.

Rights

Permission to publish the abstract has been given by Elsevier, copyright remains with them.

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Recommended Citation

Deng, T., & Nelson, J.D. (2012). Bus Rapid Transit implementation in Beijing: An evaluation of performance and impacts. Research in Transportation Economics, Article in Press, Corrected Proof.