Yakutsk's Public Transport Struggles with Driver Shortage and Aging Buses
Yakutsk's public transport faces challenges, with drivers in short supply and residents calling for improved services. Mayor Evgeniy Grigoryev hints at a public fare increase, while 'UnionAuto' suggests hiking cash fares to 50 rubles in 2024.
As of October, 'YAKUTSKPASSAJIRING' and 'UNION AUTO' had driver staffing rates of 63% and 61% respectively. The mayor acknowledged the need for change, likely in spring, but the extent of the public fare increase remains unclear. Residents have voiced their concerns, with 80.2% seeking more bus trips and convenient schedules.
Andrey Kositskiy, head of 'UnionAuto', pinpointed the driver shortage as the main issue. He estimates needing 250 more drivers to reach 2018-2019 levels. Some carriers, like LLC 'Route No.14' and LLC 'Route No.20', exceed the permitted bus service life by 64.6% and 45.5% respectively. Routes No. 8, 25, 15, 6, and 1 struggle with low staffing rates, while routes No. 19, 35, and 4 fare better. Despite an average salary of 100,000 rubles and favorable conditions, attracting drivers remains a challenge.
Yakutsk's public transport grapples with driver shortages and aging buses. Residents want improved services, and while a public fare increase is on the cards, the extent remains uncertain. Addressing the driver shortage is crucial to enhance Yakutsk's public transport.
Read also:
- Executive from significant German automobile corporation advocates for a truthful assessment of transition toward electric vehicles
- United Kingdom Christians Voice Opposition to Assisted Dying Legislation
- Democrats are subtly dismantling the Affordable Care Act. Here's the breakdown
- Financial Aid Initiatives for Ukraine Through ERA Loans
