Transport and pandemic experiences / edited by Maria Attard and Corinne Mulley.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Mulley, Corinne, editor.

Attard, Maria, editor.

Series:

Transport and Sustainability

Transport and Sustainability ; v.17

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Transportation.

Environmental aspects.

COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020-2023.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (361 pages)

Place of Publication:

London, England : Emerald Publishing Limited, [2022]

Summary:

Transport and Pandemic Experiencesdiscusses how the accumulated knowledge of the pandemic needs to be capitalised in our fight against climate change and helps to identify future research imperatives for better understanding and greater policy transferability.

Contents:

Intro

Half Title Page

Series Editors

Editorial Advisory Board

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

List of Figures and Tables

About the Contributors

Acknowledgements

Part 1: Introduction

Chapter 1: Transport and Pandemic Experiences: An Introduction

Introduction

COVID-19 Pandemic

Disruption Across Geographies and Transport Modes

The Future

References

Chapter 2: How Do Transportation Policies Drive Geographic Disparities in COVID-19 Infections and Deaths in the United States?

Background

Data and Methods

Data and Sample Size

Variable Measurement

Independent Variables

Statistical Analysis

Results

Cases and Deaths

Airport Distance and Its Association with COVID-19 Cases and Deaths

Airport Volume and Its Association with COVID-19 Cases and Deaths

Impact of Other Factors and Racial Composition of Counties

Racial Composition of Counties and Their Association with COIVD-19 Cases and Deaths

Regional Disparities in COVID-19 Cases and Deaths

Limitations

Discussion

Conclusions

Chapter 3: The Dilemma of Transport Policy Making and the COVID-19 Accelerator

Introduction: The Dilemma

The COVID-19 Pandemic in Switzerland

Changes Brought About by the Pandemic in Switzerland

The Dilemma After the Accelerated Changes in the Light of Possible Futures

Conclusion: Which Future?

Part 2: Travel Behaviour Indifferent Settings

Chapter 4: North American Transportation During COVID-19: What Really Changed?

Public Transit

Before COVID-19: The Great North American Transit Stall Out

North American Transit During COVID-19: The Collapse of 'Choice' Ridership

Exit Left: Transit Riders Leave During the Pandemic

Summary

Auto Ownership

A Subprime Bonanza: Pre-COVID Auto Ownership.

Auto Ownership and Automobility During the Pandemic

The Future of Auto Ownership in North America

Telecommuting

North American Telecommuting: A New Normal Before the New Normal

Telecommuting During the Pandemic

The Prospects for Telecommuting and What Really Changed

Chapter 5: Changes in Travel Behaviour in Europe

Context: COVID-19 Across Europe

Literature Review: Methodology

Reduction in Mobility and Activities

General Trend of Decrease

Specific Trends by Trip Purpose and Activity Type

Spatial-Temporal Adjustments

Changes in Activity Spaces

Changes in Timing and Duration of Out-of-Home Activities and Trips

Modal Adjustments

New Out-of-Home Activities

Digital Adaptations

Telework or WFH

Other Digital Activities

First Insights into Long-Term Behavioural Impacts

A Return to Public Transport?

More Walking and Cycling?

Continuing to WFH?

Conclusion

Chapter 6: Cities Under Lockdown: Mobility and Access Inequalities Stemming from COVID-19 in Urban Colombia

Literature Review

Structural Urban Inequalities in Latin America and ColombiaPreceding the Pandemic

COVID-19 and Urban Mobility

Methodology

Data Collection

Data Analysis

Results: Access and Mobility Inequalities During the Pandemic

Exploratory Data Analysis

Latent Class Analysis Results

Chapter 7: Pandemic Response and (IM)Mobilities in the Asia-Pacific

Why Use 'Mobilities' to Explore Pandemic Response?

Approach and Methods

(Im)Mobility Policies and Practices Across Asia-Pacific Nations

Travel Behaviour Effects in the Asia-Pacific

Changes in Street Occupation/Use

References.

Chapter 8: Logistics and Supply Chain Around the World

Impact of the Pandemic on Various Modes of Freight Transport

Warehousing and Road Freight

Rail Freight

Air Freight

Ocean Freight

Impact of the Pandemic on the Indian Logistics and Freight Industry

Finding Opportunities During the Pandemic

Support from the Indian Government

Key Takeaways for the Logistics and Supply Chain Sector Worldwide

Part 3: Initiativea and Policiesacross the World

Chapter 9: Development of Active Travel Initiatives in Cities

COVID-19 and AT: THE EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE

Policy Initiatives promoting AT During COVID-19

Lessons for Policymakers

COVID-19 as an Opportunity to Overcome the Political Barriers to Implement AT

AT Proved to be an Important Ingredient for a More Resilient Urban Mobility and Should be Integrated into the City Transport Guidelines

The Concept of a Walking-Friendly City

COVID-19 Induced Cities and Governments to Invest in Cycling Infrastructures (Cycling Lanes and Bike-Sharing Systems) and Finance the Acquisition of Bicycles, E-bikes and E-scooters

How to Transform Emergency/Temporary Measures into Permanent Ones

Thorough Evaluation of Temporary Measures

Focus Not Only on the Cycling Infrastructure But Also on the Entire Cycling Ecosystem

Communicate, Educate, Celebrate, and Document the Results

Research Needs

Main Conclusions

Chapter 10: Policies for Public Transport

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Public Transport Sector

Methodological Approach

Short-term Policy Responses: A Cross-jurisdictional Comparison Using a Narrative Approach

Change in the Operation of Transport Services

Physical Distancing in Public Transport

Mask Wearing in Public Transport

Contestation of Road Space.

Parking Policies

Support for Shared Transport

Support for Taxis/TNCs

Impact of Working from Home

Concluding Discussion: What are the Future Policy Implications and Challenges?

Chapter 11: Development of Policies for Ridesourcing and Taxis

Health and Safety Regulations and Guidance

Face Masks

Vehicle Partitions

Social Distancing and Shared or Group Rides

COVID-19 Symptom Screening

Health and Safety Plans and Procedures

Accessible Transportation

Agency Operations

Industry Aid and Economic Relief

Vaccines

The Future for Transportation Regulations and Regulated Entities

Chapter 12: Development of Global Policies for the Air Transport Industry

Policies to Protect International Public Health

Policies for Passengers and Crew

Airport Policy in the UK

Policies for Freight

Economic and Financial Policies to Support Air Transport Operators

ReferenceS

Chapter 13: Reducing Congestion and Crowding with Working from Home

Recent Evidence on How WFH is Changing Commuting and Non-commuting Travel

What Does this Mean for a Return or Otherwise to Pre-COVID-19 Levels of Crowding on Public Transport?

Challenges and Opportunities to Manage Congestion and Crowding Given the 'New Normal'

Chapter 14: Pandemic Lasting Effects on Freight Networks: Challenges and Directions from Cities and Industry

The Pandemic Lasting Effects on Freight Networks Solutions

Shape of Future Industry Strategy: Digitisation, Sharing and Unmanned Delivery Vehicles

Cities' Challenges Integrating Freight Policies. The Example of Drones' Deliveries

Social Acceptability

Part 4: Looking to the Future.

Chapter 15: Impacts on Travel and Tourism

Effects of COVID-19 on the Tourism Market. A Cross Country Analysis

Effects of COVID-19 on Australian Inbound Tourism

Effects of COVID-19 on Indian Tourism

Effects of COVID-19 in Gulf Cooperation Council Countries

Effects of COVID-19 on Tourism in Caribbean Cruise Tourism

Effects of COVID-19 on Tourism Demand in Italy

Comparative Analysis of the Effects of COVID-19 on Tourism Markets

Policy Implications of COVID-19 on Tourism

Private Schemes to Counter the Effects of COVID-19 on Tourism

Concluding Remarks and the Future of Tourism Travel After COVID-19

Chapter 16: Impact on Public Transport

Before the Pandemic

Sustainable Transport Systems

Equity Considerations

Personalisation of Travel Opportunities

Automation

During the Pandemic

Strategies to Combat COVID-19

Ridership and Mode Share

Equity Effects

Revenues and Costs

Beyond the Pandemic: Emerging Trends

Virus Anxiety and Travel Regulations

Working from Home

De-urbanisation

Financial Challenges

Effects on Long-term Trends

Sustainability and Shared Mobility

Equity

Discussion and Conclusions

Chapter 17: Impacts on Health

Looking into the Future?

How Transport Impacts Health

Infectious Diseases

Physical Activity

Air Pollution

Injury and Trauma

Mental Health

Long-Term Impacts of the Pandemic on Transport Practices

Increased Working from Home

The Impact on Health

Policy Implications

Mode Shift from Public Transport to Car

Looking into the Future

Increased Appreciation of Active Travel and the Local Neighbourhood

Policy Implications.

Summary and Conclusion.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Attard, Maria Transport and Pandemic Experiences

ISBN:

1-80117-344-3