It would be interesting to understand if the analysis has been done on having a ferry direct to Lyttleton? Isnt that where a large proportion of what's rolling on and off is going?
Interesting given your background that none of your comments are supported by data. Bland statements about road being more efficient may or may not be correct if the multitude of subsidies to the transport sector are included. RUC are likely to be way to low, but then ferry subsidies may be too high. I don’t know but I expect with your history you do.
It would be interesting to understand if the analysis has been done on having a ferry direct to Lyttleton? Isnt that where a large proportion of what's rolling on and off is going?
Interesting given your background that none of your comments are supported by data. Bland statements about road being more efficient may or may not be correct if the multitude of subsidies to the transport sector are included. RUC are likely to be way to low, but then ferry subsidies may be too high. I don’t know but I expect with your history you do.
Do you have data?
Just as a matter of interest, how does the cost of transfer equipment & infrastructure compare with the cost of the rail ferry & infrastructure?
Great stuff David. Absolutely agree. Very clear history and argument for your solution.