Integrated Transport Plan.pdf - Durban

The capital and operating cost along with the complexity of implementing
such systems preclude introducing such technology and levels of
sophistication in the short term. Consequently, as an interim 3 year
solution, a pilot system will be introduced based on the use of state-of-theart
midibus vehicles operating in mixed traffic along defined routes in the
CBD.
Ten such vehicles with seated capacity of 35 will be
used to provide this service. These vehicles will be
fully air-conditioned, with a spacious seating
configuration, and fully accessible for wheel chair
passengers. CCTV camera surveillance on-board
and at terminals will ensure a high level of personal
security.
Tenders have been received for the system vehicles which will be owned
by eThekwini Municipality. The service will be operated under contract to
the Municipality, and it is anticipated that a functional system will be
operational before year end.
11.3 2010 FIFA World Cup Projects
Various transport projects form part of the transportation
strategy for the 2010 Soccer World Cup. Apart from
meeting the transport needs of this event benefits for the
City overall will be realised both before and after the
event.
11.3.1 Location of the Stadium
Based on an assessment of various criteria Kings Park
was selected as the best location for the World Cup
event. Assessment criteria included:-
� Minimise total origin-destination travel distance
� Minimise total travel time
� Ability to connect to high capacity public transport network and
modes
� Impact on long term usage patterns
� Requirements to be fully operational within the planning period
eThekwini Integrated Transport Plan
Summary Report
11.2
Special Projects