Improvement of Urban Transport Sys (GEF): The proposed project aims (i) to improve the quality and condition of urban transport while reducing adverse environmental impacts of transport in three pilot cities, through physical investments and operational and technological improvements, and (ii) to strengthen the institutional and technical capacity in several Russian cities in planning and managing urban transport systems. Concept completed on 15 November 2012. Environmental Assessment Category B. Project: P145582. US$ 9.1 (GEFU). Consultants will be required. Ministry of Transport Tel: 7-495-626-10-88, E-mail: asaulna@mintrans.ru, Contact: Mr. Nikolay A. Asaul, Deputy Minister.
