{"id":19152,"date":"2021-06-03T11:40:17","date_gmt":"2021-06-03T11:40:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweco.fi\/?page_id=19152"},"modified":"2025-07-17T09:57:43","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T06:57:43","slug":"transport-planning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.sweco.fi\/en\/services\/infrastructure-and-traffic\/transport-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Transport planning"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Transport Planning<\/h1>\n

Transport planning is an essential part of building a sustainable society. Its aim is to create cost-effective, smooth, and safe transport systems that cater to all modes of travel. Sweco offers extensive expertise for all traffic planning projects \u2013 from start to finish.<\/p>\n

Our comprehensive transport planning covers all stages, from land use planning to implementing traffic arrangements. Our goal is to design transport solutions that ensure smooth and safe movement for all forms of transportation, considering their diverse operational needs. At the same time, we ensure the sustainability, traffic functionality, relevance, and usability of the planned solutions, always keeping an eye on the development of the entire transport system.<\/p>\n

We utilize diverse transport planning software and analytical methods that we have developed. Central to our design work is a deep understanding of customer and user needs, which we promote through close interaction with all stakeholders.<\/p>\n

Preliminary and General Transport Planning<\/h2>\n

Our preliminary and general planning includes the examination of projects of various sizes according to the client’s goals and needs. We leverage our expertise in traffic performance assessments, impact evaluations, and the development of sustainable mobility, focusing on creating safe travel environments while considering the smoothness of different modes of travel. Preliminary and general plans serve as the foundation for subsequent planning phases, and their quality is crucial for the progression of a project.<\/p>\n

In preliminary planning, we define initial design solutions based on needs, assess various options, and determine space requirements, while in general planning, we refine the cost estimates of alternative solutions. In general planning, we utilize Sweco’s multidisciplinary expertise, such as road and street design, geotechnical planning, water management, and structural engineering.<\/p>\n

Examples of Our Projects<\/h2>\n
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  1. Kuopio MAL Region Sustainable Mobility Plan<\/li>\n
  2. Oritkari Port Green Transition Industrial Area \u2013 Land Use, Traffic, and Environmental General Plan and Zoning Proposal<\/li>\n
  3. It\u00e4baana, It\u00e4v\u00e4yl\u00e4 Alignment General Plan<\/li>\n
  4. Main Road 55 Porvoo-M\u00e4nts\u00e4l\u00e4 Development Study<\/li>\n
  5. Raide-Jokeri Tram Car Transport on Flatbeds<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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    Transportation planning is an essential part of land use planning, where frameworks for more detailed planning are established. In transportation planning, all modes of transport and space reservations are considered, taking into account the diverse needs of end-users. The goal is to create a safe, pleasant, and functional environment for everyone.<\/p>\n

    We conduct transportation planning at various zoning levels, such as regional plans, master plans, and detailed plans. Planning often includes comprehensive transportation studies, where the current situation is analyzed, transportation networks are examined, transportation solutions and impacts of the plan are assessed, and the area’s transportation arrangements are designed with the required precision.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n

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    Traffic control<\/h3>\n

    At Sweco, traffic control planning focuses on usability, legality, and clarity. We create traffic control plans for street and road areas at various stages, including general planning which defines existing control devices and locations for new traffic signs and devices. During the construction planning phase, we develop more detailed plans, measurement drawings, and cost estimates. We also design signage for car traffic and bicycle traffic using GIS software and tools like Novapoint and YTCAD. Additionally, we work on general planning for traffic lights and portal design in collaboration with other planners.<\/p>\n

    Transportation system studies<\/h3>\n

    Transportation system planning is interactive and based on impact assessments and collaboration with various stakeholders. The goal of strategic-level planning is to align objectives and actions related to the transportation system. As transportation consultants, we support processes through coordination tasks, create transportation system plans, and conduct various studies addressing aspects like vitality, the interaction between land use and transportation, reducing transportation emissions, travel chains, and climate strategies. These studies are based on national and regional development objectives and transportation policy constraints.<\/p>\n

    Industrial transportation planning<\/h3>\n

    Industrial transportation planning focuses on creating efficient and safe transportation systems in industrial areas, considering traffic volume analysis and safety, particularly for heavy vehicles and pedestrians. Emphasis is placed on predictability and good visibility, often involving traffic studies that consider the impact of the area on the surrounding transportation network. Close collaboration with municipal authorities, transport companies, and industrial clients is essential to achieve the best outcome.<\/p>\n

    Sweco integrates mobility management into industrial site planning, offering a comprehensive service package from updating sustainability programs to drafting mobility plans, with a strong emphasis on communication in all services.<\/p>\n

    Impact assessments and operational reviews<\/h3>\n

    We conduct impact assessments for projects at various planning stages, covering both large road projects and operational reviews of individual intersections through simulations. The goal is to create an understanding of the impacts of actions relative to project objectives, considering traffic, land use, environmental, and societal perspectives.<\/p>\n

    Operational reviews are conducted across street and road environments in various settings, such as highways and urban spaces, including tramway projects. Based on the assessments and reviews, we formulate recommended actions, which can be developed collaboratively with the client. The results can be utilized in decision-making and enhance project acceptance.<\/p>\n

    Special transport<\/h3>\n

    We design routes for special transports according to clients’ needs. The evaluations examine which routes special transports can take from one location to another. Restrictions along the route, such as narrow bridges, low tunnels, and other obstacles affecting transport smoothness, are documented, and change suggestions are made. Additionally, we conduct trajectory reviews for special transports using different vehicles, which helps us better understand the requirements and challenges of the routes.<\/p>\n

    We are committed to offering our clients top-quality service and expert support to ensure special transports proceed smoothly.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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    2. In traffic planning of land use and buildings at all different land use<\/a> and planning stages<\/li>\n
    3. In general and preliminary traffic planning<\/li>\n
    4. In strategic traffic planning<\/li>\n
    5. In traffic surveys and studies<\/li>\n
    6. In the preparation of functionality assessments<\/li>\n
    7. In the planning of special transports<\/li>\n
    8. In traffic control planning<\/li>\n
    9. In the planning of temporary and interim traffic arrangements<\/li>\n
    10. In traffic planning for logistics centers and industrial areas<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n
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      Sustainable transport and logistics solutions<\/a><\/h4>