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Wider effects of transportation planning: Focusing on socioeconomic dynamics and issues

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Transport systems have a significant impact on socioeconomic growth. However, traditional cost-benefit analysis (CBA) techniques are often insufficient to address the critical social aspects of transport planning. Our research comprehensively reviews notable social theories and their relevance to transportation. We examine the existing literature on the social impact of investments in transportation networks and services, emphasizing social justice and equity in decision-making processes. Furthermore, we list additional methods and tools to complement CBA in assessing social dimensions. Finally, this study presents a novel application based on the methodological review above, developed in order to determine the impact of introducing high-speed rail on demographic vibrancy in Italy.

Source: Regional Science Policy & Practice

DOI: 10.1016/j.rspp.2025.100186

Authors: Mario Tartaglia, Andrea Fiduccia, Gianluigi Cisco

Institutions: Trenitalia (Italy), Parthenope University of Naples

Language: English

Topic: transportation and logistics systems

Subfield: Transportation

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,596