Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) for the Municipality of Kalamaria Description

Our company has undertaken a strategic planning study for intra-municipal and inter-municipal transport, based on the principles of sustainability and sustainable mobility. The study includes medium-term proposals and defines a vision, priorities, and goals with a ten-year horizon, laying the foundation for a more sustainable, accessible, and safe urban space.

The Problem

Current challenges in intra-municipal and inter-municipal transport include:

• Insufficient pedestrian infrastructure: Limited accessible sidewalks for pedestrians and individuals with disabilities
• Lack of cycling paths: Inadequate network for safe cycling
• Increased through traffic: Lack of optimized traffic organization
• Unorganized parking: Insufficient parking management policies
• Low road safety levels: Lack of interventions to reduce accidents
• Absence of smart solutions: Non-utilization of modern technologies for transport management

The Solution

The study proposes the development of:

• Accessible sidewalks: A complete and integrated network for pedestrians and individuals with disabilities
• Comprehensive cycling network: Exclusive or mixed-use cycling paths, either on the roadway or sidewalk
• Optimized traffic model: Adjustments to reduce through traffic
• Municipal Urban Transport System: A complete plan for the creation of a modern system
• Parking policy: Comprehensive design for better parking space management
• Road safety interventions: Creation of roundabouts, school zones, and other configurations
• Smart solutions: Adoption of technologies such as geospatial data (GIS) and smart mobility applications

Benefits

• Improved accessibility: Enhanced mobility options for pedestrians and individuals with disabilities
• Safer transport: Accident reduction through targeted interventions
• Reduced traffic congestion: Optimized traffic flow and decreased private vehicle usage
• Promotion of sustainable transport: Encouraging walking, cycling, and public transport use
• Effective parking management: Rational management to reduce traffic pressure
• Technological advancement: Leveraging innovative solutions for smarter mobility management

The study aims to establish a comprehensive vision for sustainable, environmentally friendly, and accessible transport, contributing to a better urban environment for everyone.