Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-04-29DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100187
Harits Rachmat Hidayat , Ilma Aurarisa , Muhammad Zudhy Irawan , Hironori Kato , Saksith Chalermpong , Phathinan Thaithatkul , Daniel Del Barrio Alvarez
{"title":"Post-adoption travel behavior and modal substitution of electric motorcycles: Evidence from Jakarta, Indonesia","authors":"Harits Rachmat Hidayat , Ilma Aurarisa , Muhammad Zudhy Irawan , Hironori Kato , Saksith Chalermpong , Phathinan Thaithatkul , Daniel Del Barrio Alvarez","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100187","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100187","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The rapid growth of electric motorcycles (EMs) is changing urban mobility, yet evidence on how EM adoption affects travel behavior remains limited. This study examines changes in travel behavior after EM acquisition by analyzing mode-share shifts across trip purposes and user groups using statistical difference tests, while employing an ordered logit model to identify factors influencing EM usage frequency. The results show that EMs mainly replace internal combustion engine motorcycles across all trip purposes, especially for commuting, while effects on cars, public transport, and walking are limited and inconsistent. Behavioral change is strongest among users aged 17–21 and for trips of 3–10 km. The ordered logit results indicate higher EM use among male users and those making medium-distance trips, while older users, students, and higher-income groups show lower usage frequency. Policy implications focus on operational support, public transport integration, and targeted education.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100187"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147797931","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Where drivers wait: Spatiotemporal hotspots and idle-location preferences of Bandung's transport SuperApp","authors":"Azwan Nazamuddin , Maya Safira , Makoto Chikaraishi","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100191","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100191","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study explores where and when Transportation Super Application (TSA) drivers wait for new orders in Bandung, Indonesia, by combining transaction data and driver perception surveys. Transaction data provides precise locations and timestamps of TSA services, while perception data captures driver preferences for waiting spots. Results show significant temporal differences between driver-perceived busyness and aggregate transaction volumes, pointing to a potential supply–demand mismatch during morning peak hours, though confirming a supply shortage would require per-driver metrics and data on active drivers and unserved orders. Spatially, the two sources are relatively consistent: commercial areas (shopping centers, restaurants, and food merchants) emerge as the main waiting locations, while morning and evening activity concentrates in suburban residential areas. These preliminary findings highlight the value of combining transactional and perceptual perspectives to understand driver behavior and guide further research on integrating TSA services into urban transportation systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100191"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148183901","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-07-06DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100196
Ta-Yin Hu, Cheng-Fen Hsueh
{"title":"Integration of ride-hailing services with public transportation systems from public welfare and efficiency perspectives","authors":"Ta-Yin Hu, Cheng-Fen Hsueh","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100196","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100196","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Urban transportation systems are under immense pressure to address the challenges of demand distributions and limited schedules. Despite their cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits, transit systems often fail to meet passenger needs. Meanwhile, car-sharing-based ride-hailing services have gained traction as on-demand, point-to-point transportation solutions. However, these services typically operate in isolation from public transit systems, resulting in inefficiencies and missed opportunities for collaboration. This research explores the potential of integrating ride-hailing services with public transit systems to create seamless, efficient, and sustainable urban mobility solutions. The study develops a ride-sharing vehicle assignment model by integrating greedy algorithms and mathematical programming. Numerical experiments are conducted on real-world road networks to minimize delay time and penalty costs. The model's efficiency and public welfare are evaluated by comparing taxis that serve individual requests with ride-hailing e-taxi services.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100196"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148553626","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The impact of digital ticketing on passenger flow efficiency and satisfaction among Bangkok Skytrain passengers","authors":"Sirichai Torsakul, Patcharaporn Maneerat, Phornpavee Sirirangsee, Panrawee Rungskunroch","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100200","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100200","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Digital ticketing is increasingly central to smart urban mobility, yet its operational benefits depend on passenger adoption and institutional readiness. This study examines the impact of digital ticketing on passenger-flow efficiency and user acceptance at BTS Khu Khot Station, a major suburban terminal in Bangkok. A sequential mixed-methods design was adopted. First, Arena-based discrete-event simulation assessed three digital adoption scenarios involving Rabbit cards and ticket vending machines. Second, passenger survey data (n = 402) and expert responses (n = 12) were analysed using constructs informed by TAM and UTAUT2. Simulation results show that increasing non-manual ticketing adoption from 45% to 80% reduced average system time from 4.55 to 2.86 min and queue time from 2.12 to 1.05 min, while throughput increased from 2.51 to 3.87 entities per minute. The findings highlight digital ticketing as both an operational intervention and a user-centred implementation challenge.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100200"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148950944","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2025-12-31DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100175
Mustika Sari, Reni Dian Octaviani, Nursery Alfaridi Nasution, Muhammad Fadhia Adam Muzakki, Tsabita Malika, Olfebri
{"title":"Assessing the impact of SkyTrain services on passenger experience and mobility in Indonesia airport","authors":"Mustika Sari, Reni Dian Octaviani, Nursery Alfaridi Nasution, Muhammad Fadhia Adam Muzakki, Tsabita Malika, Olfebri","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100175","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100175","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper investigates how Skytrain's service quality, facilities, and accessibility impact passenger satisfaction by examining the role of passenger mobility. The goal is to enhance the airport's competitiveness and brand recognition by offering insights for airport management to improve customer experience and Skytrain services.</div><div>Information was collected from 100 individuals through a quantitative research approach. Structured questionnaires were administered to Skytrain users, and Smart PLS analysis was conducted to identify the correlations among variables.</div><div>The results reveal that passenger satisfaction is significantly influenced by facilities, accessibility, and mobility. Furthermore, facilities and accessibility have a direct impact on passenger mobility, making them essential in ensuring smooth airport travel Service quality was found to adversely influence passenger mobility, and it fails to mediate the linkage between service quality and passenger satisfaction.</div><div>This represents a highly significant finding with regard to terms of using managerial techniques to improve Skytrain services, especially facilities and accessibility which should enhance the experience and mobility of passengers. In the future, it's important to address any concerns about service quality for a hassle-free travel experience.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100175"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145885713","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-04-19DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100182
Naohiko Hibino , Shinya Yamada , Wataru Yakita
{"title":"Continuation and return of passenger behavior post-COVID-19 using long-term automatic ticket gate IC card data with focus on trip frequency, commuter pass ownership, and changes in departure time","authors":"Naohiko Hibino , Shinya Yamada , Wataru Yakita","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100182","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100182","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Japan's work-style reforms and the COVID-19 pandemic have fundamentally transformed commuting patterns through widespread remote work adoption. While extensive research has documented travel behavior changes during the pandemic, few studies have quantitatively examined whether these changes persist in the post-pandemic period using actual passenger data. This study analyzes the continuation and return of passenger behavior post-COVID-19 using long-term automatic ticket gate IC card data that track individuals across multiple years. Focusing on trip frequency, commuter pass ownership, and departure time choices, the study traces behavioral transitions from the pre-pandemic period through 2023. The longitudinal tracking distinguishes passengers who maintained pandemic-era behavior changes from those who returned to pre-COVID patterns, providing empirical evidence for railway demand forecasting and transportation policy development in an era of flexible work arrangements.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100182"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147740088","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-09-12DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100201
Yufeng Guo, Etsuko Nishimura
{"title":"Evaluating distribution center utilization through cooperative relief operations for disaster response","authors":"Yufeng Guo, Etsuko Nishimura","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100201","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100201","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To minimize the economic and social losses caused by natural disasters, it is essential to respond rapidly after a disaster occurs. Emergency distribution centers (EDCs) play a crucial role in allocating relief supplies (RS) to meet the needs of disaster-affected areas. This study aims to (i) evaluate the utilization of EDC candidates through multi-period post-disaster operations designed to compensate for shelters’ unmet demand (UD), and (ii) analyze the impact of policies on the UD status of shelters. Through the case study using the proposed model based on a potential earthquake disaster in the Tokyo area, the results demonstrate that EDCs located closer to shelters and stocked with larger amounts of RS tend to be utilized more frequently. Moreover, the temporal equilibrium (TE) is effective in reducing the disparity of UD rates among shelters. The study also provides managerial insights and practical recommendations for incorporating the model into disaster management systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100201"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148950945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-05-08DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100189
Siti Raudhatul Fadilah , Hiroaki Nishiuchi , An Minh Ngoc
{"title":"Real-time traffic information influences on motorbike route choice behaviour: A link-based analysis","authors":"Siti Raudhatul Fadilah , Hiroaki Nishiuchi , An Minh Ngoc","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100189","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100189","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study investigates how traffic information influences motorbike riders’ route choices using a link-based analysis framework, addressing a gap in the literature. Estimating a Recursive Logit (RL) model explores the dynamic decision-making process when selecting routes. By analysing the reactions of riders in Bandung City, Indonesia, to Variable Message Signs (VMS) in stated preference surveys, the study identifies key attributes affecting their decisions for outgoing road sections, including distance, traffic-flow levels, travel time, and ramp-metering delays. The latter introduces a novel traffic-management measure for controlling motorbike proportions in mixed conditions. The RL model, which considers sequential link choices, provides unique insights into the adaptability and flexibility of motorbike riders to VMS, contrasting with traditional path-based static models. The findings underscore the importance of extending VMS access beyond toll roads and highways, especially in Southeast Asia, underlining the potential to improve regional traffic management significantly.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100189"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147850107","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2026-01-01Epub Date: 2026-07-24DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100198
Thi Hong Mai Nguyen, Sy Sua Tu, Hoang Mai Nguyen, Thi Nhu Nguyen
{"title":"Measuring barriers to adoption of sustainable urban freight initiatives in emerging countries using fuzzy AHP framework: Insights from Hanoi, Vietnam","authors":"Thi Hong Mai Nguyen, Sy Sua Tu, Hoang Mai Nguyen, Thi Nhu Nguyen","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100198","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2026.100198","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study aims to identify and prioritize green urban freight transport (UFT) initiatives by evaluating the barriers associated with their implementation. A hybrid multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) model combining Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Fuzzy, FAHP was employed. Thirty-two initiatives were categorized into six groups, and nine barriers were identified through a comprehensive literature review. AHP was utilized to collect expert opinions, while FAHP ranked the initiatives and barriers in the context of Hanoi, Vietnam, an emerging economy with increasing concerns about air pollution from transport activities. The findings highlight five highly feasible initiatives: raising awareness of green transport, practicing eco-driving, extending collection point operating hours, promoting electric delivery motorcycles/bicycles, and developing e-commerce pickup networks. In contrast, infrastructure-related initiatives face significant challenges due to high resource demands. From an academic perspective, this study reinforces the applicability of MCDM approaches in addressing the complexities of urban transport systems, while contributing to the understanding of challenges and opportunities for sustainable urban freight systems in emerging economies. The findings also provide a valuable insights for urban transport managers, policymakers, and freight operators.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"12 ","pages":"Article 100198"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148640245","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Asian Transport StudiesPub Date : 2025-01-01Epub Date: 2025-11-13DOI: 10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100172
Late Ravibabu Manchala , Sasmita Sahu , Md Absar Alam
{"title":"Integrated transport policy in India– an elusive goal","authors":"Late Ravibabu Manchala , Sasmita Sahu , Md Absar Alam","doi":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100172","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.eastsj.2025.100172","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The paper traces the status of various modes in 1947 and the role British rule played in evolution of these modes. The discussion then traces important policies followed in various modes in the country since 1947 and how they shaped the growth of each mode of transport. The paper brings out the efforts made in implementing an integrated transport policy across the country. It also highlights the failure in implementing an integrated transport policy by giving major areas of failure. Finally, the paper concludes by mapping the main idea behind policy aspects and outcome of the same and by giving the broad contours of the future policy directions stating that in the Indian context instead of a tightly integrated transport policy it would be better to provide a level playing field across all the modes and enable the modes to develop in the marketplace.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100131,"journal":{"name":"Asian Transport Studies","volume":"11 ","pages":"Article 100172"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145519428","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}