What Keeps Urban Transit Moving? A Look Behind the Rail

What Keeps Urban Transit Moving? A Look Behind the Rail

Urban transit systems operate thanks to a vast, often invisible ecosystem of infrastructure, technology, energy systems, and human expertise. While riders see trains, buses, and platforms, the real machinery that keeps cities moving lies beneath the surface. Millions of people rely on transit every day, yet few understand the complex coordination required to deliver timely, reliable service. From advanced control centers to overnight maintenance…

A Comparative Study on Access to Urban Opportunities with Public Transport Systems in 16 African Cities

Rapid urbanization has outpaced the capacity of many African public-transport networks, which remain largely informal, fragmented and under-resourced, limiting residents’ ability to reach essential opportunities such as healthcare, education, recreation, religious facilities and densely ...