Author: Ron Sheck, Editor

Sponsoring Agency: Transportation Research Board

Date of Publication:  2001

Abstract:

The Transportation Research Board’s Committee on Intercity Rail Passenger Systems (A1E13) is concerned with research that will lead to better planning and implementation of intercity rail passenger systems, with particular emphasis on the full range of high-speed systems, including new technology. Research will include demand analysis, financial considerations, economic effects (including consideration of user and social benefits), and public-private partnerships and should address impacts on other rail operations and the environment, coordination with other modes, rail–highway interfaces, corridor versus system concerns, technology assessment, and implementation strategies.

No. of Pages:   22