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Presenting recent research on the international integration of
infrastructures in Europe, this book combines general and
methodological chapters and examples from different a variety of
sectors such as transport, electricity and communication networks.
Particular focus is on the contrast between the 'Europe of nation
states' of the nineteenth century (up to 1914) and the emerging
'integrated Europe' after World War II. Additional contributions
provide perspectives from beyond Europe. The wide range of topics
gives a good overview of the different challenges posed and the
strategies employed in each sector to establish internationally
compatible networks, procedures and standards. This work
strengthens comparative research as a complement to the detailed
analysis of singular cases that often characterises previous works
in this field. Methodologically, it therefore contributes to the
progress of tools and strategies for comparative historical
research. Part of the emerging research area dealing with the
mechanisms of international collaboration, this book brings
together recent research from European integration history, policy
studies, political economy and cultural studies. Considering the
growing intensity of international collaboration and exchange in
many parts of social and economic life, it is also of topical
interest.
Presenting recent research on the international integration of
infrastructures in Europe, this book combines general and
methodological chapters and examples from different a variety of
sectors such as transport, electricity and communication networks.
Particular focus is on the contrast between the 'Europe of nation
states' of the nineteenth century (up to 1914) and the emerging
'integrated Europe' after World War II. Additional contributions
provide perspectives from beyond Europe. The wide range of topics
gives a good overview of the different challenges posed and the
strategies employed in each sector to establish internationally
compatible networks, procedures and standards. This work
strengthens comparative research as a complement to the detailed
analysis of singular cases that often characterises previous works
in this field. Methodologically, it therefore contributes to the
progress of tools and strategies for comparative historical
research. Part of the emerging research area dealing with the
mechanisms of international collaboration, this book brings
together recent research from European integration history, policy
studies, political economy and cultural studies. Considering the
growing intensity of international collaboration and exchange in
many parts of social and economic life, it is also of topical
interest.
Public transport is essential to the quality of life of its
passengers, both as a means to move around but also to achieve a
sustainable environment. However, the passenger's position as a
customer is weakened by the dominance of monopolies, regulation and
political influence in our public transport systems. This book is
one of the first to examine strategies for the representation of
user interests in public transport from a variety of perspectives.
The authors review approaches to integrating the passengers' views
in the planning process and to protecting their interests in
operations and customer care across a range of European countries,
including Austria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, the
Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK and EU policies. The book
presents the conclusions of this research and examples of good
practice. In this respect it will provide useful guidance for
policy makers, stakeholder organizations and planners, as well as
transport researchers.
Public transport is essential to the quality of life of its
passengers, both as a means to move around but also to achieve a
sustainable environment. However, the passenger's position as a
customer is weakened by the dominance of monopolies, regulation and
political influence in our public transport systems. This book is
one of the first to examine strategies for the representation of
user interests in public transport from a variety of perspectives.
The authors review approaches to integrating the passengers' views
in the planning process and to protecting their interests in
operations and customer care across a range of European countries,
including Austria, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, the
Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK and EU policies. The book
presents the conclusions of this research and examples of good
practice. In this respect it will provide useful guidance for
policy makers, stakeholder organizations and planners, as well as
transport researchers.
Diploma Thesis from the year 1998 in the subject Tourism, grade:
1,0, University of Westminster (MSc Transport Planning and
Management), course: Transport Studies Group, language: English,
abstract: Inhaltsangabe: Abstract: Comparison of the situation of
long-distance bus and coach services in Germany and the UK:
Geographic background, market regulation and administrative
framework, industry structure, market position, demand
characteristics. A functional analysis provides information on
typical products and activities of the industry, and some case
studies demonstrate the role of this mode in different spatial
contexts. Einleitung: Vergleich der Situation des Fern- und
Reisebusverkehrs in Deutschland und Grossbritannien: Geographische
Randbedingungen, Regulierung, Unternehmensstrukturen,
Marktstellung, Nachfragemerkmale. In einer funktionalen Analyse
werden typische Aufgaben und Produkte des Busgewerbes dargestellt
und anhand einiger Fallstudien die Bedeutung des Reisebusverkehrs
im raumlichen Zusammenhang dargestellt. Inhaltsverzeichnis: Table
of Contents: 1.Introduction5 2.The Range of Coach Services6
2.1Definitions6 2.2Types of Service7 3.The Operating Environment9
3.1Geographical Features9 3.1.1Landscape10 3.1.2Climate10
3.1.3Population and Settlements11 3.1.4Culture and Integration11
3.2The Social Background13 3.2.1Economy and Income Distribution13
3.2.2Work and Leisure Time in Germany and the UK13 3.3The Transport
Sector15 3.4The Geographical Pattern of Tourism16 4.The Framework
for Coach Operations19 4.1The Regulatory System19 4.1.1Quality
Licensing19 4.1.1.1Market Access for Coach Operators19
4.1.1.2Requirements for Tour Operators21 4.1.2EU and International
Regulations affecting Coach Services21 4.1.3Quantity Licensing and
Service Regulation in the Coach Sector22 4.1.3.1United Kingdom23
4.1.3.1.1Service Licensing23 4.1.3.1.2Finance and Taxation23
4.1.3.2Germany24 4.1.3.2.1Service Licensing24
4.1.3.2.1.1Background24 4.1.3.2.1.2Procedure25 4.1.3.2.1.3Servic
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