The Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management stands as a pivotal platform for advancing the quality and efficiency of global railway services. Affiliated with the esteemed International Association of Railway Operations Research (IAROR), this journal is dedicated to enriching the understanding and application of effective strategies in Rail And Transport. Its primary focus encompasses crucial areas such as capacity management, timetabling, operational management, and safety protocols within railway operations.
This comprehensive journal delves into the spectrum of railway systems, from light rail and metro networks to heavy haul and high-speed rail lines. It serves as a vital conduit for the exchange of cutting-edge knowledge, innovative tools, and insightful discussions. The journal’s scope includes the in-depth analysis of both passenger and freight rail and transport, addressing the complexities of traffic demand estimation, capacity optimization, and the intricate design of timetables. Furthermore, it explores the nuances of train and crew scheduling, dispatching methodologies, advanced signalling systems, and automatic train operation technologies. The ultimate goal is to promote the optimal utilization of rolling stock and energy, thereby enhancing the competitiveness and efficiency of both passenger and freight rail and transport sectors.
The Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management champions the integration of diverse scientific disciplines, including physical planning, transport modelling, traffic analysis, systems engineering, mathematics, computer science, economics, and transport policy analysis. This interdisciplinary approach fosters the development of groundbreaking theoretical frameworks, high-tech concepts, and innovative business and financing models. These advancements are crucial for achieving greater flexibility, enhancing performance, and ensuring the punctuality of train services across both dedicated lines and complex, heterogeneous networks.
The journal welcomes a wide array of scholarly contributions, ranging from generic theoretical research projects to original transport and business plans, pilot technical and economic feasibility studies, and comprehensive impact assessment studies within the rail and transport domain. Ultimately, the Journal of Rail Transport Planning & Management is committed to nurturing a global “Network of Excellence” in railway system planning, operations research, business development, and traffic control. It bridges the gap between academia and industry professionals, providing invaluable insights to governments, railway infrastructure managers, train operating companies, and industrial suppliers, guiding them towards successful innovation strategies for rail and transport policy, network development, and operational management.
