Potential for Private Investment in Intercity and High-Speed Rail

New intercity and high-speed rail projects cost billions of dollars.   Federal money can cover part of the costs, and state and local government may contribute, but funding gaps will likely remain.  Is there the potential for P3 partnerships?  What are the attractions and impediments for private financing?   This roundtable session explores public-private financing options with perspectives from the Surface Transportation Board, the Build America Bureau, an Owner/Agency, and a Financial Advisor.

Moderator:

• Sharon Greene, Managing Principal, InfraStrategies

Panelists:

• Karen Hedlund, Board Member, Surface Transportation Board
• Duane Callender, Director, Build America Bureau, U.S. Department of Transportation
• Frank Sacr, Executive Director, Gateway Program Development Corporation
• Nicole Doheny, Senior Managing Director, Ernst & Young Infrastructure Advisors

Sponsored by ASTM North America and Halmar