چكيده به لاتين
Effective transportation systems are indispensable for achieving sustainable development, enabling the efficient movement of goods and services. In this context, rail transportation emerges as a crucial strategy for sustainable spatial development planning. Rail networks serve as organizing elements for existing and emerging settlements, often guiding growth along development corridors even in anticipation of demand.
The Urmia-Bazargan axis in northwestern Iran, despite its designation as a free trade zone, border region, and agricultural hub, faces development challenges due to inadequate infrastructure. Rail transportation, with its inherent advantages of bulk freight and passenger capacity, low energy consumption, environmental protection, and high safety, offers a promising solution for regional growth and prosperity.
This research aims to explore the feasibility of a rail transportation network in the Urmia-Bazargan axis, leveraging its potential to foster regional organization, address disparities, promote social equity, and achieve spatial integration. The study considers the network's impact on various aspects, including economics, society, settlements, environment, and crisis management.
Approximately 30 indicators are identified and evaluated using library research, expert interviews, and field surveys. The study employs logical inference based on theoretical studies, global experiences, cost-benefit analysis, descriptive mapping, and statistical analysis to conduct a comprehensive feasibility assessment, encompassing economic viability, environmental assessment, and environmental resilience analysis.
The findings indicate that while the construction of a new railway line may initially incur higher costs compared to existing road infrastructure, considering sustainability indicators such as reduced road fatalities and environmental damage, rail development proves more cost-effective in the long run. The project demonstrates economic and environmental viability, paving the way for a detailed proposal and recommendations for enhanced operational efficiency
