Adopt scientific formula for setting transport fares – COPEC urges operators
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has urged public transport operators to adopt a scientific approach to determining fares instead of relying on the conventional negotiation process.
Duncan Amoah, Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), has called on public transport operators to embrace a scientific method for setting fares, rather than the traditional negotiation process. This recommendation comes in response to a dispute between the government and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) over a proposed fare increase.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Midday News, Mr. Amoah highlighted the need for a more scientific approach to calculating fares based on measurable factors, such as the distance traveled and the amount of fuel consumed by a vehicle. He proposed adopting a formula that considers the distance traveled, such as the 30 or 20 kilometers between Madina and Accra Central, to determine the fare, which should be around GHC12 per kilometre.
Amoah emphasized that such a system would enhance transparency and provide a fair basis for reviewing fares in response to changes in fuel prices or operational costs. He noted that fuel-transporting trucks and cargo operators already employ a similar pricing model and have found it effective. COPEC's executive urged public transport operators to adopt this approach to minimize recurring disagreements over fare adjustments.
He explained that a standardized formula would enable all stakeholders—commuters, transport operators, and the government—to understand the fare calculation process and reduce the need for prolonged negotiations whenever transport costs increase.
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