Worakanya Khankhokkruad. Prioritising barriers to the implementation of the shared micro-mobility (SMM) in Bangkok. Master's Degree(Civil Engineering). Kasetsart University. Office of the University Library. : Kasetsart University, 2023.
Prioritising barriers to the implementation of the shared micro-mobility (SMM) in Bangkok
Abstract:
Shared Micro-Mobility (SMM) services, acknowledged globally as a sustainable alternative to private vehicle use, especially in European and Western cities, provide flexible, cost-effective, and on-demand transportation for shortdistance trips and as a first/last-mile service. However, the implementation of SMM services in developing countries encounters challenges such as poor road conditions, ingrained private mode habits, and a lack of connectivity. This research, centred in Bangkok, systematically investigates and prioritises barriers hindering the successful implementation of SMM. Employing a dual-method approach involving a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and in-depth interviews with 33 stakeholders, including researchers, government agencies, and service providers, 39 barriers were identified from the literature review, 34 from stakeholder interviews, with 21 common to both, resulting in a consolidated list of 52 unique barriers, further refined to 25 through a meticulous selection process. Utilising the FAHP method, the study identifies the top five influential barriers: lack of designated areas (CIB1), executive support (IGB1), legislative frameworks (IGB4), route continuity (CIB3), and legislative absence (IGB4). Aligned with institutional and governance (IGB) and city infrastructure (CIB) categories, these findings furnish strategic insights for policym akers. This research not only enriches the nuanced understanding of SM M challenges but also suggests targeted solutions. Additionally, the exploration of barriers specific to developing countries and Bangkok uncovers unique challenges, emphasising the need for context-specific approaches. The introduction of pilot programs in controlled settings and the integration of emerging technologies present pragmatic pathways for overcoming critical SMM implementation barriers, steering urban mobility toward a green paradigm.
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