Analysis of sustainable freight and passenger road transport development using ITS

Abstract

The paper presents an analysis of measures to be taken for development of sustainable transport system. Increasing traffic intensity unavoidably requires faster development and modernisation of transport infrastructure, which means not only larger investment but also better transport policy and introduction of more advanced solutions, such as promotion and deployment of ITS – intelligent transport systems and services. In Lithuania for development of a modern transport system meeting the EU standards and criteria, the key priority is given to development, rehabilitation and modernisation of those transport infrastructure objects that form an integral part of TEN-T. Another as much as significant task is to improve road, railway, water and multimodal transport infrastructure of national and regional significance in order to cope with the growing mobility needs of the society, promote development of business and tourism, and increase competitiveness of the economy. In recent years the ITS deployment policy have been strongly promoted in the national level. Road safety is a further area where substantial improvement is needed, despite significant achievements in the past. Application of ITS is seen as one of the most effective tools in order to improve traffic safety and other areas of transport.