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Busways, or Bus Rapid Transit are high-capacity bus transit systems. These became the poster child of affordable, efficient and sustainable public transport systems thanks to the success of Curitiba transportation.

This has been emulated elsewhere, with varying degrees of success. The system in Jakarta has been plagued with problems, notably a greatly delayed rollout and inadequate capacity, resulting in delays and crowding. The design of the bus stations raises safety concerns, especially at many bus stops where passengers wait at open doors above the busy roadway, with no safety barrier.

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