Baku, Azerbaijan, Sept. 5
By Elena Kosolapova - Trend: Construction of the Bus Rapid Transit system has started in the Kazakh capital Astana, the city authorities' web site reported on Sept. 5.
The new system will improve road traffic and make public transport within the city more comfortable.
The Bus Rapid Transit system is a transport system of rapid buses. Rapid passenger buses will run along specially allotted lines. The Bus Rapid Transit system's line will unite the International Airport of Astana, EXPO Village, Abu Dhabi Plaza, and the new railway station.
A total number of 18 stations will be built within the first stage of the Bus Rapid Transit system construction.
Edited by C.N.