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Rail Demand Forecasting Estimation study: phase reports

Review of the rail demand forecasting methods used by government, the study was completed in 2 phases.

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Rail Demand Forecasting Estimation study: phase 1

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Rail Demand Forecasting Estimation study: phase 2

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Review of the current methods used by government for forecasting rail demand. The review was completed in 2 phases.

The review suggests a new:

  • forecasting methodology
  • set of recommended forecasting parameters

The recommendations of this report will be included in the ‘TAG Unit M4 Forecasting and Uncertainty’ transport guidance.

Published 21 April 2017
Last updated 30 April 2018 + show all updates
  1. Decision about report recommendations being included in May 2018 version of government transport analysis guidance.

  2. First published.