Case studies: urban transit - Steer Davies Gleave

Urban transit

Steer Davies Gleave has been supporting the delivery of urban transit projects across the UK, Europe and the Americas for over 20 years.

Metrolink Brand Revitalisation Design GuidelinesGMPTE Manchester Metrolink is the UK’s largest tram network. Steer Davies Gleave with project partners, Duo Consulting, was commissioned to develop revitalised visual identity and brand strategy to be in place prior to new Infrastructure and Operating Contracts being let in early 2007.
TransMilenio Network Signing and Passenger InformationTransMilenio, Bogota TransMilenio is the world’s most successful Bus Rapid Transit system, transporting upwards of 42,000 passengers per hour. In 2004 work commenced on the implementation of three new trunk corridors that would almost double the network coverage.
Pricing strategy for Las Vegas MonorailLas Vegas Monorail Company It is well-know that the pricing of goods and services is an essential element of balancing supply and demand.
Revenue and traffic forecasts in BolognaConfidential Getting an accurate picture of potential traffic levels was essential before deciding whether to bid for a new people mover service from Bologna’s main airport.
Bogota’s bus rapid transit systemSecretaria de Movilidad Offering metro capabilities at a fraction of subway construction and operational costs, Transmilenio is one of the most innovative and successful BRT systems in the world.
Portland’s light rail networkCity of Portland Using transit-oriented development techniques to get the most from Portland’s light rail network.
Sacramento's transit masterplan Sacramento Regional Transit District Long-term transit masterplan to redefine public transportation’s role in Sacramento’s future
Management of Manchester’s LRT systemGMPTE While the Manchester Metrolink is considered extremely successful, it has had a complex and challenging record of delivery. The Greater Manchester Passenger Transport Executive needed a new contractual regime to better manage the assets of the LRT system.
Vision for Cross River TramTransport for London The challenge was to ensure that the new tramway ‘fit’ in with existing transport modes, as well as acted as a catalyst for urban regeneration.
Combating congestion in NigeriaMinistry of Works & Infrastructure, Lagos Congestion along the Lagos-Badagry corridor is so bad that journeys that should only take 15-20 minutes can take up to four hours.