richard woods integration of public transport modes in kuwait
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INTEGRATION OF PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN
KUWAIT
Richard WoodsGroup Chief Executive OfficerCity Group Co
WHO ARE WE
Kuwait’s Leading Public Transport Operator
MENA’s Leading Provider of Public Transport Solutions
Committed to Deploying Global Best Practices
Providing Reliable, Safe and Pleasant Service to it’s Passengers
Acquired 51% of Comprehensive Multiple Transport Company in Jordanian Public Transport Market
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
AIM
Achieve Additional Ridership through journey time saving
Reduce Carbon Footprint
Return on Investment through Efficiencies
Allow Collaboration between Stakeholders
Encourage Modal Shift
Mix of Transport Modes
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
OBJECTIVES
Feeder Buses to provide complete journey solution to Commuters
Metro replacement services
Branded Vehicles for Easier Identification
Integrated Ticketing System administered by Regulators
Infrastructure Improvements
Media Campaign to shift Consumer Perceptions
Growth dependant on a joined up Regional Transport System
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
CHALLENGES
High rates of Motorization
Low price of fuel
Network integration - access to Population Centers
Return On Investment (minimum subsisdy)
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
PREREQUISITIES
Regulatory Authority
Involvement of all stake holders
Policy changes
Control and Enforcement measures
Vehicle Age Cap
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
BENEFITS
Catalyst for Economic Development
Improving Access and Mobility for all
Reduce Fossil Fuels and Energy Use
Collisions and Congestion reduced
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
RISKS
Capital Intensive
Unsuccessful negotiation with Unregulated Market
Inadequate Feeder Support
Modal Shift Risk - If Unreliable - No Journey Time Saving - Comfort Expectations not met - Convenience / Accessibility
www.citygroupco.com Tel: 1882211 [email protected]
