KL-SG High-Speed Rail-a catalyst for national economic development Sri Viknesh Permalu and Karthigesu Nagarajoo  

作　　者：Sri Viknesh Permalu Karthigesu Nagarajoo 

机构地区：[1]Department of Transportation Engineering Technology,Fakulti Teknologi Kejuruteraan,Universiti Tun Hussein Omn Malaysia,Pagoh,Malaysia

出　　处：《Railway Sciences》2024年第3期265-278,共14页铁道科学（英文）

基　　金：Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia(UTHM)through Tier 1(Vot H936).

摘　　要：Purpose-In an increasingly interconnected world,transportation infrastructure has emerged as a critical determinant of economic growth and global competitiveness.High-speed rail(HSR),characterized by its exceptional speed and efficiency,has garnered widespread attention as a transformative mode of transportation that transcends borders and fosters economic development.The Kuala Lumpur-Singapore(KL-SG)HSR project stands as a prominent exemplar of this paradigm,symbolizing the potential of HSR to serve as a catalyst for national economic advancement.Design/methodologylapproach-This paper is prepared to provide an insight into the benefits and advantages of HSR based on proven case studies and references from global HSRs,including China,Spain,France and Japan.Findings-The findings that have been obtained focus on enhanced connectivity and accessibility,attracting foreign direct investment,revitalizing regional economies,urban development and city regeneration,boosting tourism and cultural exchange,human capital development,regionai integration and environmental and sustainability benefits.Originality/value-The KL-SG HSR,linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore,epitomizes the potential for HSR to be a transformative agent in the realm of economic development.This project encapsulates the aspirations of two dynamic Southeast Asian economies,united in their pursuit of sustainable growth,enhanced connectivity and global competitiveness.By scrutinizing the KLSG High-Speed Rail through the lens of economic benchmarking,a deeper understanding emerges of how such projects can drive progress in areas such as cross-border trade,tourism,urban development and technological innovation.

关 键 词：High-speed rail TRANSPORTATION Railways Sustainable mobility Socioeconomic development Technology Papertype Case study 

分 类 号：U238[交通运输工程—道路与铁道工程]