Topics

The forms of regulation of transport services and the rationale for and drawbacks of regulatory measures

The practical aspects involved when attempting to regulate the market behaviour of a private sector concern

The reasons behind public ownership and control of transport operations and the management of transport assets

The main motivations behind a general movement towards reform of public ownership in transport services

The models under which the public and private sectors combine to produce transport services and facilities.

Rail privatizations in the UK, Japan and New Zealand

Presentation

Readings