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Territorial Space and Transportation Coordinated Development

A special issue of Land (ISSN 2073-445X). This special issue belongs to the section "Land Planning and Landscape Architecture".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 1977

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Gaoru Zhu

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Department of Urban & Rural Planning, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, China
Interests: transport–land use interaction; transport ecology; land use planning; regional sustainable development
Prof. Dr. Linchuan Yang

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Department of Urban and Rural Planning, School of Architecture, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu 611756, China
Interests: urban geography; urban transport planning; transport–land use coordinated development
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Prof. Dr. Jing Chen

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Department of Urban & Rural Planning, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, China
Interests: comprehensive transport planning in urban agglomeration

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Territorial space and transportation are closely related concepts, and the mechanisms governing their interactions and their coordinated development are important research directions of academic concern. On the one hand, transportation networks are the skeleton of national and regional development, and a comprehensive transportation system of highways, railways, aviation, and waterborne transportation promotes the development of territorial space. On the other hand, the pressure transportation infrastructure and transportation activities exert in terms of the protection of territorial space, such as from an ecological and agricultural land perspective, is also increasing. Coordinating the relationship between development and protection, using the network effect of transportation to empower regional development, and at the same time enhancing how green the transportation field is, thereby enhancing regional sustainability, are key scientific issues that demand to be studied urgently. In order to promote research in the field of territorial space and the coordination transportation and to promote the deep integration of production, study, and research, we will launch a Special Issue of the journal Land, entitled “Territorial Space and Transportation Coordinated Development”.

Prof. Dr. Gaoru Zhu
Prof. Dr. Linchuan Yang
Prof. Dr. Jing Chen
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Keywords

  • comprehensive transportation network planning
  • the impact of transportation on land use
  • the impact of land use on transportation
  • the interaction between transportation network and territorial space
  • territorial space development guided by transportation (Transit oriented developmemt)
  • tcological effects of transportation and protection of territorial space
  • evolution of port-coastal zone and itegration of port industry and city
  • optimization of transportation infrastructure layout (highways, railways, Airports, Ports)
  • connection and coordination between transportation and territorial spatial planning
  • development and protection synergistic transportation systems
  • resilient transportation and resilient territory

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The Role of Comprehensive Transportation in Shaping Spatial Expansion Patterns: A Case Study of the Yangtze River Middle Reaches Urban Agglomeration
by Zaiyu Fan, Weiyang Luo, Chang Liu and Mengyun Xie
Land 2025, 14(5), 1064; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14051064 - 14 May 2025
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Regional comprehensive transportation infrastructures constitute the fundamental basis for the development of inland urban agglomerations. To elucidate the role of comprehensive transportation in shaping the spatial organization and expansion of urban agglomerations, this study takes the Yangtze River Middle Reaches Urban Agglomeration (YRMRUA) [...] Read more.
Regional comprehensive transportation infrastructures constitute the fundamental basis for the development of inland urban agglomerations. To elucidate the role of comprehensive transportation in shaping the spatial organization and expansion of urban agglomerations, this study takes the Yangtze River Middle Reaches Urban Agglomeration (YRMRUA) as a case example. It examines the spatial relationships between transportation network layout and spatial expansion patterns using fractal dimension based on traffic accessibility, traffic-weighted linear density, and Pearson correlation analysis. The key findings of this study are as follows: (1) The YRMRUA exhibits a partial fractal growth pattern influenced by transportation development, which indicates that the comprehensive transportation has a significant but limited impact on YRMRUA. (2) There is a moderate correlation between traffic-weighted linear density and spatial expansion intensity within YRMRUA. (3) Specific groups such as the Wuhan–Ezhou–Huanggang–Huangshi group, Changsha–Zhuzhou–Xiangtan group, and Nanchang–Yichun group have formed in areas where transportation development and spatial expansion are at the forefront. (4) Different modes of transportation, including waterway transportation, railway transportation, and road transportation, have varying effects on spatial expansion. The integration of these modes forms the fundamental framework of urban agglomerations. Full article
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Innovation in Comprehensive Transportation Network Planning in the Context of National Spatial Development: Institutional Constraints and Policy Responses
by Huanyu Yang, Wei Huang, Dong Yang and Ying Jiang
Land 2025, 14(5), 1046; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14051046 - 11 May 2025
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This study investigates the institutional innovation pathways for integrating comprehensive transportation networks into China’s territorial spatial planning system, with a focus on resolving the conflicts between ecological conservation and infrastructure development. By proposing a ‘constraint-coupling-innovation’ framework, this research addresses the gaps in existing [...] Read more.
This study investigates the institutional innovation pathways for integrating comprehensive transportation networks into China’s territorial spatial planning system, with a focus on resolving the conflicts between ecological conservation and infrastructure development. By proposing a ‘constraint-coupling-innovation’ framework, this research addresses the gaps in existing spatial governance mechanisms, particularly the insufficient alignment between transportation planning and the ‘three zones and three lines’ (ecological conservation, agricultural production, and urban development zones with binding redline) system. The study employs mixed-method approaches, including geospatial conflict analysis (GIS), AI-driven policy coordination tools, and case studies from the Yangtze River Economic Belt. It demonstrates that rigid ecological constraints (e.g., ecological sensitivity veto power) can reduce planning conflicts effectively, while adaptive governance models enhance land use efficiency and stakeholder collaboration. Key findings reveal a significant negative correlation (R2 = 0.75) between ecological protection redline (EPR) coverage and transportation network density, underscoring the necessity for differentiated governance strategies in high-conflict regions. A comparative analysis with the EU’s Natura 2000 sites and TEN-T networks further highlights China’s unique hierarchical governance model, which integrates top-down ecological mandates with localized technological innovations, such as digital twins and polycentric decision making. This study contributes to global debates on sustainable spatial planning by offering actionable pathways for balancing infrastructure expansion with ecological resilience, while also proposing institutional reforms, such as a National Transportation Spatial Governance Index (NTSGI), to standardize ecological compliance. These insights provide both theoretical advancements in spatial institutionalism and practical tools for policymakers navigating the dual challenges of urbanization and climate resilience. Full article
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Assessing Users’ Satisfaction with the Urban Central Metro Station Area in Chengdu: An SEM-IPA Approach
by Jiexi Ma, Zhongwei Shen, Pengpeng Liang, Yu Zhao and Wen Song
Land 2025, 14(5), 1023; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14051023 - 8 May 2025
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An urban central metro station area is a core hub within the high-quality Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) model. This study explores users’ perceptions of built environments around urban central metro stations to investigate the critical determinants of user satisfaction and proposes strategies to enhance [...] Read more.
An urban central metro station area is a core hub within the high-quality Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) model. This study explores users’ perceptions of built environments around urban central metro stations to investigate the critical determinants of user satisfaction and proposes strategies to enhance the quality of these environments. First, a comprehensive perception system, including location situation, field environment, and urban aesthetics, was developed through literature reviews and expert consultation. Secondly, three typical central metro station areas in Chengdu were selected as study cases, and 425 questionnaires were collected from August to October 2024. The data were analyzed using a structural equation model (SEM) to reveal the impact of built environment perception on overall satisfaction. The results indicate that the field environment has the strongest direct influence on satisfaction. Urban aesthetics impacts satisfaction both directly and indirectly, making its overall effect the most significant. While the location situation does not directly affect satisfaction, it indirectly influences satisfaction through its impact on the field environment and urban aesthetics. Subsequently, based on the satisfaction performance and SEM outcomes, an importance–performance analysis (IPA) was conducted to identify specific areas needing enhancement. Finally, we integrated environmental assessments with the above findings and put forth strategic recommendations to enhance the quality of the built environment. Full article
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Does New Infrastructure Promote the Development of Rural Industries? A Nonlinear Analysis Based on Provincial Panel Data from China
by Lulin Liu, Xiaojie Ma and Yaolong Li
Land 2025, 14(5), 986; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14050986 - 2 May 2025
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Whether and how new infrastructure (NI) can drive the development of rural industries (DRI) is crucial to promoting urban–rural balance and ensuring national food security. Based on panel data from Chinese provincial-level regions (2013–2022), this study constructs a comprehensive DRI evaluation system encompassing [...] Read more.
Whether and how new infrastructure (NI) can drive the development of rural industries (DRI) is crucial to promoting urban–rural balance and ensuring national food security. Based on panel data from Chinese provincial-level regions (2013–2022), this study constructs a comprehensive DRI evaluation system encompassing production systems, economic benefits, industrial integration, and sustainable development. Using the entropy method to measure NI development levels, we examine its heterogeneous impacts on DRI through multiple analytical dimensions. The results reveal three key findings: First, a robust “inverted U-shaped” relationship exists between NI and DRI. Second, heterogeneity analysis demonstrates that (1) both eastern and western regions show this pattern while central and northeastern regions exhibit infrastructure saturation; (2) intelligent transportation infrastructure critically moderates this relationship—advanced regions achieve greater NI efficiency through digital infrastructure–transportation–industrial synergies, whereas underdeveloped regions face bottlenecks; and (3) provinces with lower population density but higher human capital show enhanced NI absorption capacity. Third, mechanism analysis confirms industrial structure upgrading and market expansion as key transmission channels. These findings suggest that implementing tiered intelligent transportation strategies, differentiated NI policies, human capital investment, and rural market expansion optimize NI’s rural development impacts. Full article
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Does Intercity Transportation Accessibility Matter? Its Effects on Regional Network Centrality in South Korea
by Sangwan Lee, Jeongbae Jeon, Kuk Cho and Junhyuck Im
Land 2025, 14(4), 873; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14040873 - 16 Apr 2025
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This study investigates the relationship between intercity transportation accessibility and network centrality across South Korea by integrating Global Positioning System (GPS)-based mobility data with graph-theoretic centrality measures, including degree, PageRank, local clustering coefficient, harmonic, Katz, and information centrality. Employing both statistical modeling and [...] Read more.
This study investigates the relationship between intercity transportation accessibility and network centrality across South Korea by integrating Global Positioning System (GPS)-based mobility data with graph-theoretic centrality measures, including degree, PageRank, local clustering coefficient, harmonic, Katz, and information centrality. Employing both statistical modeling and machine learning techniques, this analysis uncovers key structural patterns and interaction effects within the national mobility network. The findings yield several important insights. First, the Seoul Metropolitan Area emerges as the dominant mobility hub, with Busan, Daegu, and Daejeon functioning as secondary centers, reflecting a polycentric urban configuration. Second, intermediary transfer hubs—despite having lower direct connectivity—substantially enhance overall network efficiency and interregional mobility. Third, transportation accessibility, particularly in relation to regional transit and highway infrastructure, exhibits a significant association with centrality measures and strong feature importance, identifying these modes as primary determinants of spatial connectivity. Fourth, the impact of accessibility on centrality is characterized by nonlinear relationships and threshold effects. By elucidating the complex interplay between mobility infrastructure and spatial network dynamics, this study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of regional connectivity and network centrality and offers policy-relevant insights for future transportation planning. Full article
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Literature Review on Public Transport and Land Use: Based on CiteSpace Statistical Analysis
by Yinjie He, Biao Liu, Chengyou Xu and Dafang Wu
Land 2025, 14(5), 1096; https://doi.org/10.3390/land14051096 - 18 May 2025
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With the growing demand for mobility fueled by global population expansion and rapid urbanization, the intricate interplay between public transport and land use, along with their economic, environmental, and social externalities, has emerged as a critical concern for policymakers and the public alike. [...] Read more.
With the growing demand for mobility fueled by global population expansion and rapid urbanization, the intricate interplay between public transport and land use, along with their economic, environmental, and social externalities, has emerged as a critical concern for policymakers and the public alike. This study assembles publicly available academic literature, including papers, reports, books, and news articles, to construct a comprehensive database. Using CiteSpace 5.8.R3 software, this study conducts a visualized analysis of 10,470 scholarly works on public transport and land use published since 1932, identifying and synthesizing the researcher, research stages, research theories, research models, and research hotspots. Findings reveal that since Mitchell and Rapkin first introduced the transport–land use relationship in 1954, research in this field has steadily gained traction, particularly after the 1973 oil embargo crisis. The Journal of Transport and Land Use and institutions such as the University of Minnesota’s Transportation Research Center have played pivotal roles, particularly with the establishment of the World Society for Transport and Land Use Research (WSTLUR). In recent years, China’s high-speed rail expansion has further revitalized interest in this field. Prominent scholars in this domain include Robert Cervero, Reid Ewing, Michael Duncan, and Peter Calthorpe. Major theoretical frameworks encompass utility theory, urban economic theory, and the human–land system theory. Key modeling approaches include the spatial interaction model, the stochastic utility model, and urban economic models. Current research hotspots center on safety and public health, equity and valuation, environmental sustainability and energy efficiency, as well as transit-oriented development (TOD) and accessibility. This systematic literature review offers valuable insights to inform land use planning, enhance spatial structure, guide transportation project decision making, and optimize transport infrastructure and service provision. Full article
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