The network development strategy is based on various fundamental findings. These emerged from the areas of focus examined and already formed the basis of the previous phase, the development of the vision for public transport in 2050.
Our principles for planning for the future
The network development strategy is based on various fundamental findings. These have emerged from the thrusts examined and already formed the foundation of the previous phase, the development of the vision of the future of public transport 2050.
Public transport as the backbone of urban mobility
- Together with pedestrian and bicycle traffic, public transport forms the backbone of urban mobility
- Space efficiency, sustainability and accessibility as strengths of public transport
- Takeover of additional traffic due to settlement growth
- To this end, the necessary subsequent framework conditions must be created.
Settlement & Transport Coordination
- Structure Plan 2040 and Urban Transport 2025 / Umbrella Strategy Urban Space and Mobility 2040 are understood as a planning premise
- Strengthening polycentricity
- Coordination with development/conurbation areas
Integration into the overall public transport system
- Understanding of public transport as an overall system, consisting of long-distance transport, S-Bahn and urban transport
- S-Bahn 2G as a basis for planning (doubling of capacities)
- Best possible connection of the various public transport systems
Integration of the region
- Cross-city development of the public transport network
- By upgrading the mobility offer outside the city limits, the possibility of planning and starting the journey with different, needs-based means of transport will be strengthened
Travel times, reliability, comfort
- Key customer needs for the public transport system of the future
- Achieving requirements even under difficult conditions with appropriate measures and holistic solutions
Not a new system
- Conclusion, if the appropriate framework conditions are created: No additional subway system makes sense due to the size of the city and existing public transport networks (S-Bahn, tram)
- Partially underground tram sections in special situations (topography, settlement, acceleration)
Influence of digitization
- Exploiting opportunities for (ultra-fine) development, but also to increase efficiency and customer benefits
- Creating framework conditions for urban mobility