For decades ITS has been primarily concerned with optimizing traffic flows and capacity and reducing travel times for motor traffic. However, over the past 20 years planners have begun using ITS solutions to improve cyclist accessibility, flows, and… Read more

Cities all over the world are facing challenges related to the effects of decades of car-oriented city planning: congestion, air pollution, noise, physical inactivity, CO2 emissions and crowded and unattractive public spaces. Cycling is a key compone… Read more

Cycling infrastructure is an asset to society. The greatest gains are in the field of public health for example due to reduced sick leave. An economic analysis can calculate the specific costs and benefits of a given project and assess whether or not… Read more

Traffic model calculations can be an excellent tool for carrying out traffic impact studies and assessments of proposals for new cycling infrastructure and other improvements of bicycle traffic. By Henrik Paag, MOE / Tetraplan When planning new cycli… Read more

A bicycle action plan can help ensure the local authority’s overall aims and visions for cycling promotion and at the same time give planners a tangible tool for concrete actions and measurable outcomes. By Maya Sig Vestergaard and Trine Bunton, Ramb… Read more

In the local authorities’ planning departments, planners design the physical structure of our cities and local communities basing their work on different plans. It is crucial that bicycle planning should be factored in on all levels so as to ensure c… Read more

Bicycle planning is a potential tool for creating synergy and achieving the local authority’s different aims and visions. Inter-departmental cooperation on bicycle planning simply makes sense. By Maja Sig Vestergaard and Trine Bunton, Rambøll Over th… Read more

The combination of bikes and trains is attractive, and means you can cycle even if there’s a long way to go between home and work. However, the interplay of many factors determines whether the combination is competitive. In Denmark cities like Odense… Read more

Good bicycle parking facilities are easy to install PROVIDED the local authority has the will to allocate funds for construction and cleaning, and ensure the correct location and sufficient space. However, if this is not the case, you can talk all yo… Read more

Traffic calming can reduce driving speeds so cycling next to cars is safe and secure. Good designs are available and have achieved excellent results. Speed bumps for cyclists can also be installed and car-free schools can be reinforced with signage.… Read more