Corina-Cristiana NASTACĂ
PhD, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Department of Administration and Public Management, Bucharest, Romania
corina.nastaca@amp.ase.ro
(Corresponding Author)
Claudiu-Emanuel SIMION
Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Management Doctoral School, Bucharest, Romania
simionclaudiuemanuel@gmail.com
Abstract
The study analyses the transport system in Bucharest-Ilfov, the most developed region in Romania in order to identify the challenges in managing its development and solutions for improving urban mobility and promote a more sustainable transport system infrastructure in the area. The objectives of the research are: (1) To investigate citizens’ opinions in Bucharest-Ilfov region regarding the transport infrastructure in the area; (2) To analyse citizens’ degree of satisfaction regarding public transport in Bucharest-Ilfov region; (3) To investigate the main problems and challenges of the public transport system and transport infrastructure in the region and propose solutions for improving urban mobility in a sustainable manner. The methodology of the study consists of an opinion survey conducted by the authors within the citizens of Bucharest-Ilfov region in Romania, in order to find out their opinions regarding the transport infrastructure and the local transport system in the region. The research emphasizes the need for the strategic implementation of sustainable transport solutions that promote environmentally friendly mobility, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and ease traffic congestion. Furthermore, in the context of the accelerated urbanization of the Bucharest-Ilfov region, the development of a sustainable transport system is becoming a key factor in ensuring balanced, resilient and environmentally friendly urban growth.
Keywords: urban mobility, sustainability, Bucharest-Ilfov region, local public transport system
JEL classification: R0, R1, R4
pp. 53-70