The remarkable resurgence of rail

Once derided as old-fashioned and boring, today’s rail sector is positively sizzling. Old lines are being rehabilitated; new – often high speed – lines and metros are being developed; and new sources of investment are flowing into the sector.

There is nothing boring about today’s rail sector. Flush with new investment and driven by growing public demand, the rail sector has – rather suddenly – surged back into the hearts and minds of politicians, investors and average citizens.

With the reevaluation of rail’s value has come a transformation of its funding. Government leaders and rail authorities are now exploring new and alternative approaches to funding and financing transit, often by monetizing the development opportunities that so often surround rail development.

And while government will often still need to take on some of the risk of development – many are starting to think more creatively about how major projects are funded and financed. Those that take the time to fully understand how their assets ‘fit’ into the wider economy should be better placed to reap the broader benefits.

I welcome you to comment and share your insights on the growth of the rail sector.

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