Suburban transport complexity in Indonesia

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Muhammad Zainal Ibad, Delik Hudalah, Puspita Dirgahayani, Tessa Talitha

2024 Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development Vol. 8 Issue 8 Article Cited by 0 Quartile

Abstract

This paper delves into the intricate dynamics of suburban transportation transformation within the Jakarta Metropolitan Area, with a specific focus on the evolution of the Commuter Line and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems. Utilizing spatial analysis, qualitative descriptions, and stakeholder insights, the paper unveils self-organizing dynamics. It critically examines the role of transportation infrastructure in shaping the broader landscape of urban development. Unlike a traditional approach, the paper seeks to unravel the self-organization processes embedded in transportation planning, unveiling adaptive strategies crafted to tackle the distinct challenges of suburban transportation. By using autonomy, flexibility, adaptability, and collaboration frameworks, the paper contributes to a nuanced understanding of suburban transportation dynamics, with implications for policymakers, planners, and researchers grappling with similar challenges in diverse metropolitan regions. © 2024 by author(s).

Affiliations

Research Center for Infrastructure and Regional Development, Bandung Institute of Technology, Bandung, 40132, Indonesia; School of Architecture, Planning, and Policy Development, Bandung Institute of Technology, Bandung, 40123, Indonesia; Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Sumatera Institute of Technology, South Lampung, 35365, Indonesia