scope

A strategic review of a proposed Public Private Partnership on the Berlin - Moscow rail corridor.

The review consisted of traffic forecasts for passenger and freight, establishment of a body for rail infrastructure management and the provision of network access and an outline of a financially viable proposition for operating international passenger and freight services.

benefit to client

	Improved ability of rail to compete with road transport
	Improved rail infrastructure funded by the private sector
	Generate economic benefits by removing transport barriers
	Generate environmental benefits by moving freight by rail
	Technology transfer in relation to rolling stock and information systems
	Reduced transit times, improved reliability and security of freight traffic
	Improved government finances