Benefits
Benefits
Benefits
The Horizontal Timetable Project for 2031-2040 will form the foundation for updating the sustainable development plan for public transport indomestic and international passenger rail services, under the jurisdiction of the Minister of Transport.
In this way, the Horizontal Timetable Project will provide a framework for organizing tenders for public service obligation (PSO) transport services. Additionally, it will identify which rail lines (train routes) can be operated commercially, without state subsidies.
This approach will implement market liberalization, understood as competition among various rail operators for PSO contracts and among train operators in the commercial market. It will open up the long-distance transport system to entities other than PKP Intercity (the incumbent Polish passenger train operator). Expected benefits for passengers include improved service quality (understood not only as the comfort of rolling stock but also the number of available routes) and lower ticket prices.
EXPECTED HORIOZNTAL TIMETABLE BENEFITS:
Market liberalization in long-distance transport, driven by competition between train operators, will decrease the costs of operating PSO routes and reduce ticket prices on commercial lines, including high-speed rail.
Implementing a guaranteed train frequency standard will improve service reliability.
Clear guidelines for the infrastructure manager PLK S.A. and train operators to achieve convenient train connections at hubs will facilitate travel and ensure that transfer connections are comfortable and safe.
Specifying precise requirements for the infrastructure manager PLK S.A. regarding infrastructure maintenance based on the train timetable will allow for stable and competitive train travel times over the years.
A thoughtfully designed and consistent network of train routes over the years will allow for efficient use of railway line capacity and the development of timetables that meet passenger needs.