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RAIL PASSENGER STRATEGIES FOR EDMONTON--CALGARY INTERCITY SERVICE

Stein G. Jahnsen, J Maxne, J Morrall

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The paper examines the 174ml rail link between Edmonton and Calgary, and discusses the possibilities of improving the service provided on this line. Although at present having the smallest share of the passenger traffic market, this transport corridor could be upgraded through the use of high-speed trains and a more frequent and reliable service. The paper describes the current railway system and its operating costs, together with technical aspects of improving the service offered, and also costs. It also evaluates a number of alternative service improvements. The conclusions consider the market groups for which an improved service would be intended, its effect on other transport modes and long-term energy savings.

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The paper examines the 174ml rail link between Edmonton and Calgary, and discusses the possibilities of improving the service provided on this line. Although at present having the smallest share of the passenger traffic market, this transport corridor could be upgraded through the use of high-speed trains and a more frequent and reliable service. The paper describes the current railway system and its operating costs, together with technical aspects of improving the service offered, and also costs. It also evaluates a number of alternative service improvements. The conclusions consider the market groups for which an improved service would be intended, its effect on other transport modes and long-term energy savings.

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The paper examines the 174ml rail link between Edmonton and Calgary, and discusses the possibilities of improving the service provided on this line. Although at present having the smallest share of the passenger traffic market, this transport corridor could be upgraded through the use of high-speed trains and a more frequent and reliable service. The paper describes the current railway system and its operating costs, together with technical aspects of improving the service offered, and also costs. It also evaluates a number of alternative service improvements. The conclusions consider the market groups for which an improved service would be intended, its effect on other transport modes and long-term energy savings.

Key concepts: Train, Transport engineering, Service (business), Level of service, Business, Engineering, Marketing, Geography

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