The Impact of Mexican Rail Privatization on the Texas Transportation System: Summary Report (0-2128-S)

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Author(s):

S.S. Roop, J.E. Warner, F.J. Zambrano, R.M. Ismailova, D. Kang

Publication Date:

May 2001

Abstract:

The purpose of this research project was to answer the following key question: "Will the privatization of Mexico's railroad system and closer operational ties to U.S. railroads serve to offset the increase in the amount of international truck trade passing between the U.S. and Mexico?"

Report Number:

0-2128-S

Keywords:

Rail Planning, Rail Freight, U.S.-Mexico Trade, Intermodal, U.S.-Mexico Border Railroad Infrastructure

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Document/Product: http://tti.tamu.edu/documents/2128-S.pdf

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