Transit Trends
Short, numbers-first pieces on transport, cities and infrastructure by Andrew Collings, KA Advisory.
Freight Network Planning for Heavy Vehicles in New Zealand: Insights and Lessons Learned
New Zealand’s freight network has an important role to play in the country's economy, with over 93% of freight by weight is moved by road.
Public Transport Network Planning: A Comparative Analysis of Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom
We thought we would focus on public transport in Commonwealth Countries today. While Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom share common goals in transport planning, their approaches differ significantly due to policy frameworks,...
Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investment: Tripling by 2035 and what this means for the consulting industry
The very intelligent people at the Asian Transport Observatory (ATO) project that annual transport infrastructure investment in the Asia-Pacific will triple between 2020 and 2035. Yay!
Positive Changes in Renewable Energy
"This week as its King's Birthday, we thought we would share an article from our Substack Transitonomics Newsletter.
Comparative Analysis of Public Transport Operating Models: Australia, Middle East, and USA
We have recently looked at new public transport operating models in the Middle East (specifically Iraq and Saudi).
What is an AI-Driven Battery Management System? And how can it benefit bus operations?
We were on a Teams call last week for a Middle East project and saw a quick presentation on an AI-Driven Battery Management System. It definitely sparked our interest!
Regulating E-Scooters: How are countries doing this?
Walking to work last week, I had an older gentleman (maybe in his late 60s) on an e-scooter hit my shoulder as he went past.
EV Buses: Are there any weight related impacts to the road network?
While EV Buses have a range of environmental and operational benefits, their heavier weight, when compared to internal combustion engine buses (eg diesels), does create some challenges for road infrastructure and maintenance.
How NDCs are helping to improve sustainable transport initiatives in the Pacific
With a large number of countries having recently prepared or - currently preparing - Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), especially in the Pacific, it is worth spending some time looking at what NDCs are and how they are impacting...
A bus connection to Linton Army Base? Is it needed
Just a short article this week, as I am spending time with family and working from Palmerston North.
Mexico City: Muévete en Bici
Note: This week we have a guest article from our friend and fellow Transport Planner, Richard Hart. Richard is currently based in Mexico and has written several articles on transport planning.
Fuel Costs in the Cook Islands: Challenges and Opportunities for Change
We have meetings this week with the Cook Islands Olympic Committee (CISNOC), as well as several Government officials.
Future Olympics Selection and Transport Impacts
With the election of a new International Olympic Committee President - Congratulations Kirsty Coventry - significant change is sure to follow.
Guide and Assistance Dogs: Riding New Zealand's Public Transport Network with Confidence
Anyone who knows us, will know our passion for accessibility and inclusion - particularly for sports and public transport.
Ambulance Response Times Across New Zealand's Road Network
Over the weekend while driving our RV we required urgent medical treatment. We were incredibly grateful an ambulance was able to arrive to our roadside location in 16 minutes, and that we were in a rural hospital within 44 minutes of my...
How New Zealand Zero Emission Bus Policies compare to other countries
We were in Tauranga on Saturday, and had the opportunity to look at several of the Kinetic ZEB electric battery fleet. They seem to be working well.
Safety Concerns and Trends of E Scooter usage
With the exponential growth of the e-scooter market, safety issues are becoming an increasing concern and consideration.
Love on the Move: Why Public Transport Should Be Free On Valentine’s Day!
I must admit I do like Valentine's Day. The history of the day has Ancient Roman Origins, and even the legend of St Valentine's himself is shrouded in mystery. He is either an Advocate for Love or a Priest who defied Emperor Claudius II.
The Future of Electric Vehicles: Exploring Alternative Batteries and Tackling Recycling Challenges
EVs have advanced a long way since becoming mainstream around a decade ago, especially with their sharp increase in popularity in the early 2020s as battery technology improved.
It costs how much to charge your boat in Monte Carlo?!
We were lucky enough to visit Nice and Monaco last week. Two beautiful locations that even in winter seem both mystical and magical.