We analyse the potential effects of new and existing developments on traffic flow and surrounding infrastructure. Our Traffic Impact Assessment service provides a comprehensive understanding of how your project might influence the existing transportation network while also considering future transport projects that may affect your project or vice versa. By conducting detailed studies and employing advanced modelling techniques, we ensure that your development integrates seamlessly into its surroundings while minimizing congestion and optimizing traffic management and accessibility.
We work closely with regional and local governments to prepare comprehensive transportation plans that foster smart and sustainable urban and regional growth. Our Urban and Regional Transportation Planning service aims to integrate intelligent transport systems and other technologies into the existing transport systems to improve existing public transit systems, reduce traffic congestion, and promote efficient land use by employing. By applying sustainability principles, we help create vibrant and livable communities for long-term sustainability.
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Name of Project | Developing of a National Traffic and Travel Survey Framework |
Name of Client | Kenya Roads Board |
Financier | Government of Kenya (GoK) |
Description of the Project | The overall objective of the assignment was to develop a framework for a National Traffic and Travel Survey for the country. The specific objectives of the assignment were to: 1) Assess the current methodologies for conducting Road Traffic and Travel surveys in the country. 2) Develop a framework for National Traffic and Travel Surveys for the Country. |
Description of the Services | Undertook a thorough analysis of the entire classified road network, and based on agreed criteria, proposed traffic census locations. Preparation of the Traffic Census Points Report. Undertook Traffic and Travel Data collection and analysis for the pilot census points. Reviewing the existing traffic and travel data collection, analysis and storage practices. Review and design of methodologies for travel Demand surveys and their related components in the framework. Review of socio-economic parameters influencing trip making travel patterns and recommending measures. Development of the Traffic and Travel Framework for the country which proposed methodologies for collecting, storage, retrieval, analysis and presentation of analyzed data. |
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Name of Project | Traffic Data Collection Along the KeNHA Road Network – Lot 2 |
Name of Client | Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) |
Financier | Government of Kenya (GoK) |
Objectives of the Project | The project involves carrying out traffic and travel data collection on KeNHA’s road network. The outputs of the surveys include normal traffic volumes and composition along the road networks; accident data; travel time data; emissions data; axle load factors, and vehicle operating costs. |
Description of the Services | Map the trunk road network and identify appropriate/representative traffic data collection stations/locations. Collect, analyse and present baseline traffic data at the identified locations for each survey category; Establish the traffic data along the KeNHA road network through mid-block and junction leg classified traffic counts; Establish seasonal adjustment factors from which Annual Average Daily Traffic (AADT) can be determined; Develop a harmonized traffic dataset for the KeNHA road network; Develop procedures to transfer the traffic survey database to the GIS database, and upload the collected and analysed traffic dataset into the existing Traffic Information Database and systems in KeNHA;Review existing traffic databases and systems in KeNHA (Traffic Information Database-TID) and other existing systems that collect traffic data including weighbridges and advise the client on how the same can be developed, enhanced and integrated to enable easy upload, storage and sharing of traffic data; Develop the capacity of KeNHA staff on traffic data collection and analysis; and, Conduct training to KeNHA/Client staff on the developed data collection standards, procedures, data collection and analysis. |
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Name of Project | Traffic and Highways Engineering studies, Traffic Impact Assessment and Road access designs for Two Rivers Development in Gigiri on L.R. No. 22/360 |
Name of Client | Two Rivers Development Ltd |
Financier | Two Rivers Development Ltd |
Description of the Project | A mixed use development of approximately 100 acres consisting of offices, hotels, residential and commercial properties in Gigiri area, Nairobi |
Description of the Services | Undertaking of manual classified traffic counts at selected nearby intersections; Analysis of the traffic data using PTV – Vistro software, it is premised on Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) 2010 edition analysis criteria; Writing a Traffic Impact Assessment report with concept intersection and road access designs/improvements. Submitting the report to the relevant road authorities. Construction supervision of Limuru road access (Access 1) and the Northern Bypass access (Access 2). |
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Name of project | Traffic Impact Assessment for the Junction Mall Phase III Expansion and Alteration Works |
Name of Client | Mace Group |
Financier | Mace Group |
Description of the Project | The proposed redevelopment of the commercial scheme currently consists of retail stores, dining and entertainment facilities. The area currently hosts a variety of small-scale retail, commercial and residential properties and an assortment of general hospitality properties. These are likely to affect, or be affected by, the peak-period traffic attracted and generated by the redevelopment. Due to the reallocation of spaces within the facility and the various developments in the immediate area, the Junction mall expansion works have a potentially high –impact. |
Description of the Services | To review any previous Traffic Impact Assessment report proposals for improvement of external road network within the project vicinity; Study the traffic flow within the project study area noting points likely to experience traffic challenges; and, To review capacity of the road sections and intersection to handle generated/attracted motorized and non-motorized traffic owing to the existing complex and any proposed land use changes and recommend necessary solutions to ensure delays and traffic operating conditions are within acceptable limits. |
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Name of Project | Traffic Study, Traffic Impact Assessment and Design for Vipingo Development along the Mombasa – Malindi (B8) Highway, Kilifi County |
Name of Client | Vipingo Development Limited |
Financier | Vipingo Development Limited |
Description of the Project | To review any previous Traffic Impact Assessment report proposals for improvement of external road network within the project vicinity; Study the traffic flow within the project study area noting points likely to experience traffic bottlenecks; and, To review capacity of the road sections and intersection to handle generated/attracted traffic owing to the proposed properties and recommend necessary solutions to ensure delays and traffic operating conditions are within acceptable limits. |
Description of the Services | Review the previous traffic study covering the Vipingo Ridge junction and Industrial Park access; Prepare a future combined traffic volume plan for typical daily and key peak hours of the development and roadway systems; Provide guidelines on traffic optimization to manage traffic congestion in and around; Vipingo Ridge / Mombasa – Malindi (B8) highway junction; and, Industrial Park / Mombasa – Malindi (B8) highway access point. Quantifying the impact of the development on road and transportation networks; and, Mitigation measures to reduce the impact of the development on the Mombasa – Malindi (B8) highway. Review pedestrian, vehicular, cyclist, motor bike access to the development; Review all road links and associated junctions that serve the development; Develop access road and junction designs to access Awali Vipingo Ridge road, Mall & petrol station; and Identify key traffic / transport aspects that should be addressed and recommend a solution. Facilitate approval for improvements and expansion works within and around the development; Liaise with planning and regulatory authorities e.g. Kenya National Highways Authority, for design & construction approvals and establish the traffic and transport implications as an integral element of the development proposal; Liaise with KENHA on the proposed road improvements of the Mombasa – Malindi (B8) highway; and, Provide detailed designs for the site accesses to KeNHA and the Kilifi County based on the approved TIA. Provide design on public transportation management on site; Provide design and advise on traffic management and flow in phase 1; Co-ordinate with the other consultants to finalize the proposed traffic handling solutions; and, Advise on development and design guidelines for transportation network. |
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Name of project | Urban Renewal Housing Project: Redevelopment of Old Ngara, New Ngara, Jeevanjee and Pangani Estates. |
Name of Clients | Jevanjee Bachelors LLP; Green Prestick Properties; Tecnofin Kenya Ltd, and Kenya Commercial Bank |
Financier | Government of Kenya |
Description of the Project | The four (4) estates were to be redeveloped to ultra-modern high rise residences include: Old Ngara Estate The site is located North of Nairobi River and to the South of Ngara Road/Ngara Lane junction where Equity Bank is located. To the South East it abuts the busy Ngara (Nyayo) Market. New Ngara Estate The site is located along Ring Road Ngara South of the Old Ngara Estate. Figure 2 below is a schematic showing the proposed access points. Pangani Estate The site is situated along Quarry Road and bounded by Ring Road Ngara, Kirima Market, and Muslim Girls Secondary School. It is located just opposite Kariokor Market served by the dual Carriageway of Ring Road that connects the area to Pangani & Muranga Road/Thika Superhighway. Jeevanjee Estate The site is bounded by Juja Road to the South, to the East by Ring Road Ngara and Muranga Road to the Northwest. |
Description of the Services | Analysis of the traffic data using PTV vistro software that is based on HCM 2010 edition analysis criteria; Conducting a micro-simulation analysis using PTV –Visim software Writing a Traffic Impact Assessment report with concept intersection and road access designs/improvements; Undertaking detailed designs of the proposed access to the hospital; Submitting the report and drawings to the relevant road authorities for approval. |
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Name of Project | Traffic Impact Assessment for British – American (BRITAM) Tower building |
Name of Client | Acorn Management Limited |
Financier | British – American (BRITAM) |
Description of the Project | A thirty (30) storey Grade A office building with a GFA of approximately 70,000m2 and with a detached Seven (7) storey parking silo along Hospital Road in Upper Hill – Nairobi. The main access into the proposed development is along Hospital Road. |
Description of the Services | Undertaking of manual classified traffic counts at selected nearby intersections; Analysis of the traffic data using the HCM 2010 edition; Writing a Traffic Impact Assessment report with concept intersection and road access designs/improvements. Submitting the report to the relevant road authorities. |
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Name of project | Preparation of Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Master Plan and Preliminary and Detailed Designs for Kisumu City. |
Name of Client | Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) |
Financier | Government of Kenya (GoK) |
Objectives of the Project | Preparation of Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) Master Plan and Preliminary and Detailed Designs. |
Description of the Services | Creation of a Walking and Cycling Masterplan for the city. Collection and study of all relevant reports on transport and urban development projects; and compiling spatial information on existing NMT infrastructure, pedestrian networks, mass transit corridors, public transport routes, bus stops, street hierarchy and accident hotspots presented in the reports given by relevant authorities. Particular attention is given to the Comprehensive Traffic and Transportation Study, Comprehensive Mobility Plan, Multi- modal Integration plans, Comprehensive Development Plan, Parking study, Detailed Development Plan, policy initiatives and guidance as well as any other transport plans related to the study area provided by National and County Governments. All streets in the Study Area, along with their legal ROWs, should be mapped using GIS or AutoCAD. The consultant also studied other relevant reports which could inform the primary network such as disaster assessment maps, ongoing water body’s projects, solid waste management plans, etc. These engineering parameters should be mapped using the GIS platform or other illustration software. The Consultant should also identify transport system goals that are stated in these reports. |
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Name of Project | Traffic and Highway Engineering, Traffic Impact Assessment for the KRIL Hospital along Kiambu Road. |
Name of Client | Kiambu Road Investment Ltd. |
Financier | Kiambu Road Investment Ltd. |
Description of the Project | The hospital was constructed on a piece of land in the Ridgeways/Karura area of Nairobi County, 2.9 Km from the Thika Road/Kiambu Road interchange and 3 Km from the Northern Bypass/Kiambu Road intersection. |
Description of the Services | Undertaking of manual classified traffic counts at selected nearby intersections; Analysis of the traffic data using PTV vistro software that is based on HCM 2010 edition analysis criteria; Writing a Traffic Impact Assessment report with concept intersection and road access designs/improvements; Undertaking detailed designs of the proposed access to the hospital; and Submitting the report and drawings to the relevant road authorities for approval. |