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Flexible transport services include a wide range of demand responsive transport systems that provide non-conventional passengers transportation and freight mobility services. During the last decade, various passengers and freight Flexible Transport Systems (FTS) have emerged. The scope and the objectives for providing flexible transport services depends on a set of local conditions and factors. It is apparent that the business models used for the provision of FTS varies according to the local market, socio-economic, legal, and regulatory framework. Therefore, alternative business models should be in place to provide Flexible Transport Services. The objective of this paper is to present an integrated methodological framework for developing and assessing FTS business models. This objective is achieved through a systematic process that involves: i) definition of the constituent elements of a FTS business model, ii) development of a systematic approach for determining applicable FTS business models, iii) development of a methodology for the comparative assessment of alternative FTS business models. The proposed methodological framework is demonstrated through its use for prioritizing alternative FTS business models for Helsinki.

01020180

06-1063

English

21p

2006

Transportation Research Board 85th Annual Meeting

CD-ROM

Figures (5) ; References (16) ; Tables (3)

Businesses; Demand responsive transportation; Development; Evaluation and assessment; Freight transportation; Methodology; Passenger transportation; Strategic planning

Flexible transit system; Methodological frameworks

Helsinki (Finland)

Freight Transportation; Passenger Transportation; Planning and Forecasting; Public Transportation

Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting 2006 Paper #06-1063

TRIS, TRB

Mar 3 2006 10:34AM