Public transport equity in Shenyang: Using structural equation modelling

In China, with the rapid development of urbanisation, contradiction between supply and demand has become increasingly severe, particularly in large medium-sized cities. Improving public transport equity can help to reduce social exclusion lower-income socially vulnerable groups relation urban system, guarantee that systems are given priority terms development. Using concept transport-related equity, this study aims explore effects quality transport, participation, policy using Shenyang as a case study. Data analysed Structural Equation Model (SEM). Our findings show three latent variables accessibility, affordability, impacts be seen representing main characteristics equity; while improvements quality, polices play significant role reducing inequity. Moreover, indicate participation direct, significant, positive influences on policies. implications, we suggest policies designed improve service extend fare concessions, promote decision-making process should next round comprehensive planning order inequity China more generally.