Influence of Micromobility Transport solutions in the Public Transport Sector in Invercargill, South Island, New Zealand
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Fernando, Waduge Susantha
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Master of Applied Management
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Southern Institute of Technology
Date
2025
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Hannigan, Bradley
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Masters Dissertation
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Micromobility
Bike
E-Scooters
Shared micromobility
Urban micromobility
Bike
E-Scooters
Shared micromobility
Urban micromobility
ANZSRC Field of Research Code (2020)
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The rapid growth of micromobility transportation, including bicycles, scooters, e-scooters, shared micromobility and small mobility vehicles, presents new opportunities for sustainable urban transport in New Zealand. The research addresses the issues in sustainable transport management. This study explores the influence of micromobility transport solutions in the public transport sector in Invercargill. It focused on understanding the motivational factors, benefits, and challenges users face when adopting micromobility solutions. A questionnaire was developed and distributed online and in physical format, and was gathered through an anonymous survey. Each variable consisted of eight indicators, and quantitative (n = 104) data were analysed using the SPSS online statistical tool. The study mainly focused on descriptive analysis of the mean population, and t-tests, correlation, regression, ANOVA and coefficient were also analysed. Key findings indicated that micromobility reduces greenhouse gas emissions, air and noise pollution. Further, it is revealed as low-cost transportation, suitable for short travel trips, encouraging physical activities, innovative sustainable transportation, and safety concerns, infrastructure, and transport policies to be addressed. Overall, the research questions were addressed, and the objectives were achieved, aligning with the research aim. Recommendations were provided to transport influencers, policymakers and managers to address the challenges of sustainable transport solutions. Additionally, this study’s limitations were identified, and it is recommended that future research geographically focus on all cities in New Zealand to generalise the findings. Also, recommended to emphasise the mixed-method strategy with different sample techniques.
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