Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/144174 
Year of Publication: 
2016
Series/Report no.: 
EIB Working Papers No. 2016/01
Publisher: 
European Investment Bank (EIB), Luxembourg
Abstract: 
Infrastructure investment in Europe has been adversely affected by the economic crisis, undermining both the immediate recovery and longer-term growth potential. This paper discusses recent trends before focusing on how transport infrastructure - arguably the hardest hit sector during the crisis - contributes to regional growth. It shows that firms in regions with a more developed transport network are better placed to benefit from positive growth opportunities than firms in other regions. This advantage is most pronounced in times of economic stress, making a good transport infrastructure a key ingredient for economic recovery. This indicates one channel through which the activities of the EIB can foster growth and enhance competitiveness in Europe.
Document Type: 
Working Paper

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