Which changes for transport in the next century : 14th European Conference of Ministers of Transport ECMT international symposium, introductory reports and summary of discussion, Innsbruck, 21-23 October 1997.

Will the next century see the private sector become more involved in decisions regarding the construction and funding of infrastructure ? Which technologies will dominate the transport market ? Where will new markets emerge ? Will transport still have a social role to play ? What safeguards will there be for the environment ? What will be the role for the authorities ? The aim of the 14th symposium was to take a look at what 13 introductory reports - drafted by rapporteurs from 11 different countries - and a debate between leading experts in the transport field. This publication includes the papers, reflects the substance of the symposium discussions and sets out the challenges awaiting all those concerned with transport and the solutions open to them. (A)