International Trade and Transportation Infrastructure Development: Experiences in North America and Europe

International Trade and Transportation Infrastructure Development: Experiences in North America and Europe examines the impact of trade agreements, such as the North American Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the European Union Customs Union, and their relationship to transportation systems and infrastructure in member countries. It analyzes historical trade by mode, evaluating modal shifts due to trade policy and disputes, and their implications for all involved nations. This book also examines both supply and demand trends, reviewing transportation processes, and the stakeholders involved. Capacity development, funding mechanisms, and operational characteristics of each mode are detailed in relation to the policies that influence them. The book reviews recent trends and the impact of disruptive technologies, as well as future potential regulatory changes, with relation to upcoming infrastructure plans, project funding, and operations.

This book is an ideal reference for transportation practitioners involved in planning, feasibility studies, consultation and policy for international transportation systems or infrastructure. Academic researchers and graduate students in transportation planning, international relations, and trade will also find this book useful.

Compiles in one source up-to-date insights on important public transport themes, issues, and debatesExamines a wide range of public transport topics in the multidisciplinary fields of economics, policy, operations, and planningBridges the gap between scientific research and policy implementation

Part I 1. Trade and Transportation Relationship

Part II 2. Trade Evolution in North America 3. U.S./Mexico and U.S./Canada Trade Demand 4. Transportation Infrastructure in North America (Transportation Supply)

Part III 5. Trade and Transportation Evolution in the European Union 6. Trade Demand in the EU 7. Transportation corridor infrastructure planning and funding in the European Union

Part IV 8. Future Outlook