SVI 1999/321 - Travelling by coach: basics and perspectives
Overview
Background & policy context:
Coach travel is generally considered to be a very efficient form of transport. The significance of this position within transport planning, in particular in realising the intermodal transport supply, is not well characterised. Important framework conditions, such as building and maintaining infrastructures, or awarding licences and concessions, are set by the government.
Objectives:
The present study will extend existing bases by showing the characteristics and system properties of the transport mode coach. Coach travel's current difficulties in terms of interaction with other relevant actors (cities, Confederation/Cantons, tourism industry etc.), especially the desired establishment of intermodal transport supply, will be presented, and the implications for future action described. Finally, concrete measures in terms of infrastructure, new services, and concession and licence practices, will be presented.
Methodology:
Interviews with: Representatives of the coach tour industry, persons, who are responsible for concessions and license practices. Analysis of the present situation in the coach tour industry.
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