Speaker Biograghy: Larry has a background in business and information technology focusing on customer experience. As part of Experience The Skies, he partners with airlines and airports in researching customer demographics with the objective of improving the passenger experience. He has an MBA from the University of Toronto and reviews papers for the Transportation Research Board.


Day 1 - 14 March
Session: Airport Cities, Transport Connections & Tourism

12:30 - 13:00 - Air-rail corridors in North America
Synopsis: Air-rail corridors are major transportation corridors containing airline and passenger rail services in the same corridor. These corridors connect many airports, transportation centres and cities to a region. Direct connections are also made outside these corridors to other transportation services worldwide. Major investments are needed to maintain the connectivity, sustainability, access, safety and reliability of air-rail corridors to promote the economic vitality and growth of the regions they serve. This presentation will highlight current investment activities in several air-rail corridors identified in North America, and plans for future growth.

Audience will learn:

• Direct air-rail links are more important than ever in connecting passengers
• Air-rail corridors promote economic activities and growth
• Major North American investments in air-rail corridors