Contents - SPAD

4. Developing the Future Bus Network
4.1) Introduction
This chapter outlines the process of how to move from the „existing provision‟ of bus services to a
„future provision‟ and how that this can be achieved. The process of developing the bus network will
need to recognize the role of bus services in the integrated hierarchy of LPT provision in GKL/KV
and address both the way in which bus service provision integrates with present and enhanced rail
services and the process of bus service adaptation to meet the phased introduction of MRT and BRT
lines.
4.2) The Elements of the Bus Transformation Plan
The previous chapter outlined the success factors needed to enhance the bus network in the
GKL/KV. These lead to the elements that should be incorporated into the BTP. These include:
Bus Network
BRT
Regulatory Framework
Other initiatives (including quick wins)
SPAD will plan and regulate a network and service provision that meets the public‟s expectations
and the requirements of the industry. To achieve this will require a greater deal of regulation and
supporting enforcement than currently exists in the GKL/KV region. The next chapter outlines how
the BTP meets these regulatory requirements and what can be undertaken to achieve the public‟s
expectations.
4.3) Defining the Bus Network
Integration of future bus planning with the existing and future rail provision, together with BRT
systems will be essential. It is essential that bus routes are planned to complement the rail and BRT
network with buses utilised to extend the coverage of the network and generally feed into the
primary and secondary corridors rather than compete in the same corridors for the same users.
Since the new rail or BRT initiatives will be introduced in stages it is vital that the planning and
regulatory arrangements for the bus network that complements these higher level modes allows for
a staged introduction of changes to the bus network.
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