Transport Development in Asian Megacities A New Perspective

The rapid growth of the Asian urban population concentrates on a few large cities, turning them into giant megacities. Despite new theoretical insights into the benefits of megacities, the emerging Asia is facing a daunting challenge concerning the management of infrastructure and services in their...

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Other Authors: Morichi, Shigeru (Editor), Acharya, Surya Raj (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 2013, 2013
Edition:1st ed. 2013
Series:Transportation Research, Economics and Policy
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Evolving Concepts in Urban Transport
  • Specialties of Asian Megacities
  • Urban Transport Dynamics
  • Developing Urban Roads and Managing Motorization
  • Strengthening the Role of Public Transport
  • Coordinating Transport and Spatial Development
  • Mitigating Transport Emissions
  • Promoting Integrated Urban Transport System
  • Improving Institutions, Funding and Financing
  • Conclusion: New Perspective and Policy Recommendation