News#11 Discussion on Key Performance Indicators of Bus Operation and Maintenance and the Progress of Pilot Projects (April 2024)
The 3rd Meeting of the Technical Working Group for Outcome 2
The third meeting of the Technical Working Group for Output 2 took place on April 26, 2024, chaired by Mr. Lourenço Albino, CEO of EMTPM. The meeting focused on three main topics:
1) EMTPM plans to acquire 100 new buses for Maputo City. Discussions included a review of the key performance indicators (KPIs) which were found by the study result of the existing buses to establish strategic management for operational and maintenance plans of the new fleet.
2) METRAP-Maputo involves pilot project to improve the management of bus terminals and to develop GTFS in order to enhance the convenience for bus users. JET conducted video shooting survey from a drone in the Zimpeto terminal. The analysis highlighted issues such as maneuvering conflicts for large buses and Chapas (minibuses) within and around the terminal, dangerous conditions for pedestrian and congestion during off-peak hours. Regarding GTFS development, the methodology and preparation for data collection and the schedules were discussed.
3) Counterpart training in Japan will take place from June 8th to June 22nd, 2024. The JICA Expert Team provided information on the topics to be studied in Japan for improvement of the public transportation in the Maputo Metropolitan Area.
- 1 . EMTPM: The Municipal Public Transport Company of Maputo
- 2 . GTFS: The General Transit Feed Specification, a common format for public transportation schedules and associated geographic information.
Drone Analysis Image: Vehicle TranDensity Off-Peak Hour
Picture of the Meeting