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iiThe pre-feasibility study was done by German Consultants, appointed by theBavarian Government (in its twinning agreement with Gauteng) and completedduring September 1999. The following were some of the most importantconclusions:• “Even the construction of a new toll road in this corridor (the PWV-9 roadbetween Johannesburg and Pretoria, west of the N1) would not solve thetransport problem for the future. It is, therefore, indispensable to complete theexisting transport system by means of a public transport system that would beindependent from the existing road network.”• “… taking into account the economic and environmental benefits accruingusually from implementation of mass transit systems in highly loaded corridors(savings in travel time, accident cost, private vehicle operating cost, air pollution,noise) the rough financial evaluation indicates that in all probability the railwayproject is feasible in economic terms.”• Some of the alternatives investigated showed that it should be possible to coverthe total operating costs by fare revenues.• "… further investigations are necessary and justified. It is thereforerecommended to carry out … a more comprehensive feasibility study…"3. IMPORTANT DEPARTURE POINTS AND CONSIDERATIONSThe direction provided by the Gauteng Spatial Development Framework supports theimplementation of the SDI Rail Link. It should play an important role to achieve amore sustainable spatial development structure in Gauteng. It is indicated that it willcontribute to the regeneration of the CBDs, development of new town areas, andstrengthening the existing vibrant nodes.The following are some of the most important strategic objectives that have beenidentified:• To determine how this project can facilitate development in the Province;• To assess its contribution to job-creation (direct and indirect);• To assist in unlocking the economic development potential of the Gauteng SDIs;and• To improve accessibility and mobility in this development corridor.4. PROJECT CONCEPT AND SCOPEThis project will investigate the utilisation of appropriate and tested state-of-the artmodern technology, that can provide an excellent and acceptable service to thepassenger, at competitive travel times and speeds, and affordable to both thepassenger and government. Comfort, safety and security, and accessibility aresome of the aspects that will be given high priority. As an SDI project it will alsohave the strategic objective of promoting economic growth, development andemployment creation.Gauteng SDI Rail Link – Inception Report, 15 June 2000
iiiStudy AreaThe Study Area comprises the triangular geographic area between Pretoria,Johannesburg and Johannesburg International Airport (JIA), and includes importantnodes such as Sandton, Alexandra, Kempton Park, Midrand, Tembisa andCenturion. Soweto and the FNB-Stadium, which will be very important if the 2006World Soccer Cup takes place in South Africa, will be functionally linked, as well asother areas such as the East Rand, the fast developing Sunninghill Area and theMenlyn area in Pretoria.Market FocusMarket segmentation considerations will be applied to determine who will or shoulduse the proposed service. The setting of fare levels to maximise the income will beaddressed. The following departure points are important:• Collector and distributor systems at stations to ensure the accessibility of largercatchment areas.• The unique needs of different parts of the network (such as the JIA – Sandtonlink).• A service cannot be provided to suit everybody. Fares would be higher than onthe existing rail system. Users will decide whether they can use it, want to use itand can afford to use it. .They have a choice.• The project is essentially aimed at economic development. The system, theservice and the passengers must promote economic activity.• The type of service, including its cost and travel time, must be such that the caruser would be willing to consider changing to rail.• The bias seems to be towards commercial users who can afford the trip andwould be willing to pay for a good service.• Provision should be made for tourists and for airline passengers.• The market research will focus on the different trip purposes.Relationship with Existing SystemsCurrently the South African Rail Commuter Corporation (SARCC), falling under theNational Minister of Transport, is the owner/regulator and Metrorail the operator.Metrorail is a division of Transnet, falling under the National Minister of PublicEnterprises. With the future concessioning of commuter rail services in the country,the SARCC-related institutional framework will undergo further changes. Alternativeinstitutional structures for the Gauteng SDI Rail Link will be developed and evaluatedin this study, including its relationship with the above structures. The currentintention is that the Gauteng Provincial Government will, at least initially, own the railinfrastructure and that the rail services will be provided by the private sector.Some of the designs on the existing railway systems and the average rolling stockare already more than 30 years old. No new rail lines have been built in the past 20years. The broad approach is that the current initiative should be co-ordinated withthe existing rail system. Investigations will be done whether to use the existingSouth African gauge or the standard international gauge. Although the possibility ofgood second hand rolling stock will be investigated, possible future maintenance andGauteng SDI Rail Link – Inception Report, 15 June 2000
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