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Professor David Hensher is a Professor of Management and Founding Director of the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS) at the University of Sydney Business School. The ITLS is ranked 'well above world standards' (ERA Level 5) and globally ranked 8th in its field. He holds a BCom (Hons I) and PhD from UNSW, and is a Fellow of multiple institutions including FASSA, FCILT, and FAITPM. His research focuses on transport policy, public transport economics, and sustainable urban mobility, with notable contributions to Mobility as a Service (MaaS), bus transport systems, and post-pandemic travel behavior.
Education:
- Bachelor of Commerce (Honours I) from UNSW
- PhD in Transport Studies from UNSW
- Education in Kenya, England, and Australia
Research Interests: Prof. Hensher’s work bridges theoretical and applied aspects of transport systems, emphasizing policy design, demand modeling, and sustainability. Key areas include:
- MaaS frameworks and regional implementation challenges
- Economic impacts of public transport reforms
- Post-pandemic travel behavior and work arrangements
- Zero-emission vehicle adoption and infrastructure needs
Grants & Awards:
- 2023: Member (AM) of the Order of Australia for services to transport and logistics.
- 2024: Lead investigator on grants including 'Investigation into the economy-wide implications of large-scale price reductions in public transport' and 'Promoting Sustainable University Travel Choices.'
Media & Outreach: Prof. Hensher frequently engages with media and policymakers on transport issues, including commentary on Sydney’s traffic patterns, hybrid work productivity, and the regulation of ride-hailing services like Uber.
Labs & Teams: Directs the ITLS, a multidisciplinary hub for transport and logistics research, collaborating globally with institutions like the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA).
