Analysis of the Ferry Service Network in Hong Kong

Lau, Yui-yip and Kanrak, Maneerat and Poo, Mark Ching-Pong and Yang, Zhisen and Yang, Zhuang (2024) Analysis of the Ferry Service Network in Hong Kong. Island Studies Journal, 19 (2). ISSN 1715-2593 (Accepted for Publication)

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Abstract

Ferry transportation enhances urban mobility and connectivity across the Hong Kong region. This study analyses the ferry network in Hong Kong using social network analysis. It has been found that the network consists of 31 piers linked by 28 maritime routes. Specific routes, particularly those departing from Hong Kong’s Central Ferry Pier, serve as the network’s backbone with its high service frequency. The existence of subnetworks within the broader ferry network indicates specialised clusters of maritime connectivity that cater to distinct geographic and operational domains. This study extends beyond network description to illuminate the implications of ferry network configurations for urban planning, sustainable transportation, and regional tourism development. That offers insights into strategies for optimising ferry services and infrastructure investment.

Item Type: Article
Faculty / Department: Faculty of Business, Law and Criminology > Liverpool Hope Business School
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Date Deposited: 13 Dec 2024 10:35
Last Modified: 13 Dec 2024 10:35
URI: https://hira.hope.ac.uk/id/eprint/4493

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