Research Studies
Studies conducted by the Western Cape Mobility Department are available for download. Please cite these studies appropriately if they will be used for academic, commercial or business purposes.
The Intermodal Facility Study identifies potential future locations for intermodal facilities in the Western Cape to improve access to interconnected freight networks and support economic growth for the province
The Waste on Rail Study investigates the potential for moving waste on rail in the Western Cape and develops the framework for how this can be done.
The Provincial Freight Strategy highlighted that the unsafe parking of trucks at undesignated locations and the prevalence of fatigued truck drivers on the roads contribute to road traffic accidents.
The Truck Stop Status Quo Assessment investigates the need for additional truck stop facilities on the road network.
The WCG continued research on Truck Stops by conducting a Network Gap Identification study.
This work culminated into the development of a Truck Stop Framework, as well as a Truck Stop Application Assessment Checklist. This is a practical instrument that should to assist Municipalities to use a holistic approach when assessing these applications.
The investigation into Western Cape Heavy Goods Vehicle Driver Skills was an exploratory study with the aim of identifying current skills and competency levels of Heavy Goods Vehicle Drivers in the Western Cape.
The intended outcome was to identify gaps in the existing training regime and to recommend future training initiatives in support of upskilling Western Cape HGV drivers.
