The U.S. Cruise Industry - Evaluation of National Economic Development Benefits
Abstract
The purpose of this report is to provide information on cruise ship operating practices and costs, revenue structures, and any other relevant factors that pertain to the conduct of National Economic Development (NED) deep draft benefits-cost analysis. NED benefits associated with cruise ships from harbor improvements could come from three sources: 1) existing vessels using a harbor under without-project conditions operate more efficiently in that same harbor under with-project conditions; 2) vessels using one harbor under without-project conditions transfer to the improved harbor under with-project conditions; and 3) new vessels (larger, with more amenities) begin using a harbor under with-project conditions that they did not use under without-project conditions. Benefits could accrue to both vessel operators and passengers under each of the three scenarios. Benefits accruing to both passengers and operators are categorized as commercial navigation benefits
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA416978
Entities
People
- Mona King