渡輪運輸在沿岸城市中重新崛起，成為應對擁擠道路交通系統的可行替代方案，而大眾運輸導向發展則成為解決都市交通問題和促進永續發展的重要舉措。本研究旨在探討在香港推動以渡輪為基礎的大眾運輸導向發展（Ferry-based Transit-Oriented Development, FTOD）的市場和技術可行性，並利用其廣泛的渡輪網絡來增強大眾運輸的永續性。本研究的目的是評估渡輪航線的效率，評估碼頭周邊地區的永續發展表現，以及了解公眾對FTOD的看法和建議。
本研究採用資料包絡分析來進行航線效率分析，並使用永續FTOD指數來評估碼頭社區的永續性。此外，通過問卷調查收集居民對渡輪航線使用情況和對FTOD的看法，並對經常和不經常搭乘渡輪的乘客進行進一步分析。
航線效率結果顯示，大多數渡輪航線的營運效率達到最大值。此外，商業和混合發展社區在FTOD地點發展的永續性方面表現更佳。問卷結果顯示，在考慮搭乘渡輪時，班次頻率和服務時間是民眾的主要考慮因素。受訪者亦更傾向於改善碼頭社區的連接性和設計方面。本研究亦揭示FTOD對出行和經濟利益的顯著影響。本研究最後提出了改進渡輪航線、碼頭和提升碼頭周邊社區整體發展的建議。

Ferry transport has seen a resurgence in coastal cities as a viable alternative to congested road transportation systems. At the same time, transit-oriented development (TOD) has emerged as a strategic approach to tackle urban mobility challenges and promote sustainability. This study investigates the market and technical feasibility of promoting Ferry-based Transit-Oriented Development (FTOD) in Hong Kong, leveraging its extensive ferry network to enhance sustainable mobility. This study aims to evaluate the efficiency of ferry routes, assess the development performance of the surrounding area of piers as well as identify perceptions and suggestions on FTOD from the public.
Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) is employed for route efficiency analysis, while the Sustainable FTOD Index is employed for assessing sustainability of pier communities. Additionally, a survey is conducted to collect data on ferry route usage and perceptions of FTOD among residents, with additional analysis on the perception between regular and non-regular riders.
Efficiency results indicate that most ferry routes operate at maximum efficiency. Moreover, commercial and mixed development communities exhibit better performance regarding FTOD site development on sustainability. Survey findings reveal that concerns are raised regarding the frequency and service hours when considering ferry usage. Respondents are more inclined towards improving connectivity and design aspects of pier communities. The study reveals a notable perception of the impact of FTOD on mobility and economic benefits. The study concludes with suggestions for improving performance of ferry routes, and piers and enhancing the overall development of surrounding pier communities.

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