Transporte e mobilidade urbana: um dos desafios para o crescimento econômico de Ribeirão das Neves

Abstract

With the growth of metropolises, logistics systems have come to play a central role in urban development, connecting businesses, workers, and residents to diverse territories, both within and outside the city. This article analyzes the challenges faced by Ribeirão das Neves regarding transportation and urban mobility, fundamental aspects of the municipality's socioeconomic development, as most of its residents depend on daily commuting to other areas of the Belo Horizonte Metropolitan Region. The methodology adopted was based on documentary research, a literature review, and the collection and analysis of secondary data on transportation and urban development obtained from public sources, such as the City Council, and the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE). The study presents the historical process of the municipality's formation, the fragilities of the road infrastructure, the scarcity of public transportation, and government actions aimed at urban mobility. Finally, the study discusses the positive impacts of these initiatives on the municipality's socioeconomic development, as well as reflections on integrated and sustainable strategies for improving urban mobility in the region.