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2007 Winner: Guayaquil, Ecuador

The Metrovia bus rapid transit system, which opened its first 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) in 2007, clinched the 2007 STA award for Guayaquil, Ecuador.

Guayaquil's Metrovia bus rapid transit system opened in 2007 with 9.3 miles.

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The Metrovia bus rapid transit system, which opened its first 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) in 2007, clinched the 2007 STA award for Guayaquil, Ecuador. The new bus system provides cleaner, higher quality service and reduced trip times in key travel corridors for city residents. Also, the refurbishment of previously deteriorated public spaces, including Guayaquil’s waterfront and Santa Ana district, encourages pedestrian use and initiated an important part of the city’s resurgence.

2012 Finalists

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina

    In 2011, Buenos Aires' Sustainable Mobility Plan prioritized public transport, healthy mobility, traffic order and road safety, and improved citizens’ quality of life.

  • Cape Town, South Africa

    In 2011, Cape Town opened its first BRT corridor, fully integrated with cycling and was a first step at using transportation to increase inclusivity and accessibility.

  • Medellin, Colombia

    The solutions being implemented in Medellin are not only solving problems seen in the city itself, but in the region as a whole...

  • See all 12 nominees.