Dynamic Traffic Management (DVM) plays an important role in implementing the traffic policy outlines in the Second Transport Structure Plan (SVV-II) and in the `Working together for accessibility' policy memo. Recent rapid developments have caused the need, among various parties involved in regional transport policy, to develop a long-term vision of DVM's role within transport policy by means of a scenario approach. The questions asked in this context are: What developments can be expected in the long term?; How can these developments contribute to an improvement of accessibility, quality of life and safety?; and along which route should implementation take place? In order to provide answers to these questions, a vision was developed in an INRO Centre for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development (TNO-INRO) study. This was done on the basis of a number of scenarios and in consultation with the parties involved, regarding future prospects for DVM in various regions in the Netherlands in 2020. It is concluded that DVM can make a substantial contribution to improving accessibility (both in local and long-distance travel) and traffic safety, especially if DVM measures are implemented in combination with supporting measures such as pricing measures and the development of alternatives (public transport). However, for successful cooperation in the region, it is important that the future expectations of the parties involved are harmonised clearly. (A)
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