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Vilassar de Mar Commuters Protest Moventis Service
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Vilassar de Mar Commuters Protest Moventis Service

Growing concerns among public transport users in the Maresme Sur region regarding the state and management of the bus service operated by Moventis-Empresa Casas.

La Vanguardia6d ago
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Quick Summary

  • 1Public discontent is rising in the Maresme Sur region, specifically in Vilassar de Mar, regarding the bus services operated by Moventis-Empresa Casas.
  • 2Users are reporting significant issues with the lines 803, 804, and 806, citing chronic delays and severe overcrowding.
  • 3The situation has become so dire that passengers report having to travel 'sitting on the floor' during peak hours due to lack of capacity.
  • 4These service failures are directly impacting the daily mobility of thousands of travelers who rely on these routes for their commute.

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Rising Concerns Over Bus ServicesSpecific Lines Under ScrutinyOvercrowding and DelaysImpact on Daily Mobility

Quick Summary#

Public discontent is rising in the Maresme Sur region regarding the bus services operated by Moventis-Empresa Casas. Users are reporting significant issues with specific lines, citing chronic delays and severe overcrowding.

The situation has become so dire that passengers report having to travel 'sitting on the floor' during peak hours due to lack of capacity. These service failures are directly impacting the daily mobility of thousands of travelers who rely on these routes for their commute.

Rising Concerns Over Bus Services#

Worry is growing among public transport users in the Maresme Sur area concerning the state and management of the bus service. The service is operated by Moventis-Empresa Casas, the concessionaire for several urban and interurban lines in the Maresme region.

Citizen complaints point to critical failures in frequency, punctuality, and capacity. These issues are having a direct impact on the daily mobility of thousands of passengers who depend on these services for their routine travel.

"“sentados en el suelo”"
— Passengers

Specific Lines Under Scrutiny 🚌#

The primary focus of the user complaints involves three specific routes: lines 803, 804, and 806. These lines are essential for connecting various parts of the Maresme Sur area, but they have recently become synonymous with travel difficulties.

Passengers utilizing these routes are facing consistent challenges that disrupt their schedules and comfort. The issues are not isolated incidents but appear to be a persistent trend affecting the reliability of the network.

Overcrowding and Delays#

The summary of the situation highlights two main grievances: a lack of punctuality and severe overcrowding. Users have reported being forced to travel “sentados en el suelo” (sitting on the floor) during peak hours.

This extreme measure by passengers indicates a severe lack of capacity on the buses. The combination of constant delays and overcrowding creates a stressful and inefficient commuting experience for the residents of Vilassar de Mar and surrounding areas.

Impact on Daily Mobility#

The cumulative effect of these service failures is a significant disruption to the daily lives of commuters. Moventis-Empresa Casas holds the concession for these lines, placing the responsibility for service quality on their operations.

As the complaints continue to mount, the pressure increases on the operator to address the issues of frequency and capacity to restore faith in the public transport system in the Maresme Sur region.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main issues reported are lack of punctuality, frequency, and capacity, leading to severe overcrowding.

The complaints center on lines 803, 804, and 806 operated by Moventis-Empresa Casas.

Passengers reported having to travel 'sitting on the floor' during peak hours due to lack of space.

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