Applying new roadway concepts in Liège
Bureau greisch proposed innovative layouts based on the bus priority system at traffic lights developed by TEC. Virtual waiting areas for buses were thus introduced on certain sections where a dedicated bus lane was impossible due to lack of space.
The principle of these virtual waiting areas is simple: when a bus approaches a narrow section, the dedicated traffic light automatically turns green while the light for private vehicles turns red. The single lane after the light is then cleared, allowing the bus to pass without hindrance.
At Sart-Tilman, the old bus stops were transformed into “Busway stations,” better equipped and compliant with accessibility standards for people with reduced mobility. Downstream traffic lights were also adapted to take priority into account, to secure pedestrian crossings, and to improve flow, particularly at the Gramme junction.
This redevelopment illustrates bureau greisch’s ability to anticipate mobility needs and to propose sustainable solutions while complying with the most recent safety requirements.
