The kerb is the key to the city

The International Transport Forum explores how cities need to manage competition for a share of the kerbside as ride-hailing and online delivery companies seek access to spaces often given over to parking

The kerbside is a transition zone between the road and pavement. There is a great deal of competition for this space, with pedestrians, drivers, freight companies, public utilities and many other organisations competing for access and use. Cities are now also having to manage growing competition for kerb access due to the rise of ride-sharing services and the growth in urban goods delivery, both of which are challenging traditional ways of managing kerb space.

It is becoming increasingly clear...

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