The following projects represent work our combined staff (InterVISTAS and Innova) has done for clients in North America.
Canada
Alberta
Canadian Mountain Holidays, Greenhouse Gas Report
Developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for Canadian Mountain Holidays.
NeatCor, Multimodal Study
Conducted a Multiple Accounts Evaluation and high-level Cost Benefit Analysis of a multimodal transportation infrastructure investment project in Alberta (including highways and rail), which included examining how the infrastructure would impact transportation costs, economic development, and GHG emissions.
Travel Alberta, US Visitor Monitor
Provides a monthly analysis of air visitors to Alberta from the United States.
Travel Alberta, Domestic Visitor Monitor
Developed a detailed analysis of domestic air visitors to Alberta from Ontario and Quebec the period 2006 through to June 2007.
British Columbia
Arrow Lakes Transportation Infrastructure Association, Multiple Accounts Evaluation & Economic Impact Analysis
A multiple accounts evaluation was conducted which examined transportation, economic, socio-economic and environmental accounts with respect to building a fixed link in the region. An economic impact analysis was conducted to estimate the potential benefit to the region’s economy in terms of jobs as a result of the fixed link.
BC Ferry Services, Price Cap Review
Assisted the world's largest coastal ferry operator in developing its regulatory submission to the Ferry Commissioner, for its first four year price cap review.
BC Partnership for Sustainable Tourism, Carbon Calculator
currently developing a web-based carbon calculator and carbon offset sales mechanism for the BC Partnership for Sustainable Tourism.
Canadian Film & Television Producers Association, BC Film Industry Vision Document
organized a forum and prepared a strategic plan to the expand film industry. Using the Vision Document, the association was successful in obtaining new tax credits for the film industry.
City of Cranbrook, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Projected Regional Economic Impacts of Cranbrook Airport Expansion to support the City of Cranbrook's bid for government funding for expansion of the airport; conducted a study documenting the current economic impacts of the airport and the regional tourism industry. The study also projected potential future economic impacts of the airport using growth scenarios.
City of Kelowna International Airport, Greenhouse Gas Report
developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for the City of Kelowna International Airport. Included in this inventory are emissions from airport operations, aircraft takeoffs and landings, and passenger commuting to and from the airport.
Comox Valley Airport, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Estimated the current economic impact of the airport, including tourism impacts, using a survey-based methodology. Also estimated the potential future economic impact of achieving best case scenario traffic growth.
Comox Valley Airport Commission, Economic Impact Study
estimated the current economic impact of the airport, including tourism impacts, using a survey-based methodology.
Council of Tourism Associations of BC, Economic Opportunities Study
quantified the economic impact of tourism in North and Central BC, examined the existing scale of tourism in North Central B.C. and the potential course development may take in these regions. Finally, recommendations were made on statistics/information, infrastructure, marketing, work force, cultural skills, border issues, insurance/finance, facilities and land use/environment.
Greater Vancouver Gateway Council, Vision Document
led a Working Committee of representatives from all modes of transportation and different sectors of the economy to articulate a clear vision for the future and develop a detailed action plan to realize it.
Kamloops Airport, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Estimated the current economic impact of the airport, including tourism impacts, using a survey-based methodology. Also estimated the potential future economic impact following infrastructure enhancements at the airport.
Lower Mainland, Long-Run Economic Outlook
reviewed and customized existing commercial economic growth forecasts based on the local and unique conditions existing within the Lower Mainland. A five-year and 40-year forecast was developed for Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Personal Disposable Income (PDI).
Port of Nanaimo, Economic Impact Study
estimated the current economic impact of the Port of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. As part of the study, surveys were carried out with port-related businesses to determine the level of employment linked to the port, including the trucking logistics chain.
Prince George Airport Authority, Greenhouse Gas Report
developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for Prince George Airport Authority. Included in this inventory are emissions from airport operations, as well as passenger commuting to and from the airport.
Prince George Initiatives, Feasibility Study
developed a feasibility study for intermodal rail terminal investment in Prince George. The result was an investment of $10 million from CN.
Richmond Trade and Exhibition Centre, Multiple Accounts Evaluation
conducted a Multiple Accounts Evaluation of the potential trade and exhibition centre to be located in Richmond, British Columbia in which 20 accounts were established to analyse and consider the RTEC alternatives.
Tourism BC, Greenhouse Gas Report
developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for Tourism British Columbia.
Tourism Kelowna, Economic Impact Study
estimated the current economic impact of the tourism sector in Kelowna, BC.
Tourism Whistler, Greenhouse Gas Report
developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for Tourism Whistler.
Town of Smithers, Multiple Accounts Evaluation
Conducted a Multiple Account Evaluation to assess the financial, economic, social and environmental impact of infrastructure developments financed by the provincial government.
Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Cenre, Greenhouse Gas Report
developed a GHG inventory and reduction strategy for the Crown Corporation, Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Vancouver International Airport, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Conducted four studies of Canada’s second largest airport to assess the impact of government policy and airport development strategy such as the Canada-U.S. Open Skies agreement, the opening of the new international terminal and the opening of the North parallel runway.
Vancouver Int'l Airport, Customer Satisfaction Research Program
systematically tracked passenger satisfaction with customer service delivery at YVR.
Vancouver Port Terminal, Alternative Options Analysis
conducted a study to identify and evaluate alternative terminal locations for the shipment of mineral concentrates to/from the West Coast currently handled at one of the Port of Vancouver terminals.
Manitoba
Winnipeg International Airport, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
estimated the current economic impact of Canada's eighth largest passenger airport. As part of the study, surveys were carried out with airport-related businesses to determine the level of employment linked to the airport. The economic impact of the multi-stage capital investment program was also estimated. Two microeconomic studies were also prepared - one compared the economic impacts of a low cost versus a full service passenger flight and the other documented the economic impacts of a single integrator cargo flight.
Newfoundland
Gander International Airport, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Estimated the current economic impact of the airport, including tourism impacts, using a survey-based methodology.
Nova Scotia
Halifax Gateway Council, Strategic Plan
developed a new vision and strategic plan for the Gateway Council.
Ontario
Hamilton Airport, Origin-Destination Market Size Study
developed a detailed estimate of origin - destination market sizes for the Hamilton airport catchment area for the year ended September 2007.
Infrastructure Canada, Gateway Cities
conducted a study on gateway cities in Canada.
Ottawa International Airport Authority, Economic Impact Studies - Airport
estimated the direct, indirect, and induced impacts of airport operations. The various impacts estimated include jobs, person years of employment, gross domestic product, and economic output. The study was conducted with a very short time frame in order to be available for a public advocacy use of the study.
Southern Ontario Gateway Council, Start-Up Plan
developed a start-plan to assist local stakeholders establish a Southern Ontario Gateway Council.
Transport Canada, Economic Analysis of Security Measures
This study included an overview of Canadian and U.S. transportation security measures implemented since September 2001 and an assessment of their impact on Canadian transportation stakeholders including port authorities, marine facilities, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and shipping lines, in addition to air carriers, airports rail carriers and freight forwarders.
Transport Canada, Gateways and Corridors and Global Trade Trends Report
undertook a study to assist in the understanding of past and foreseeable trends in transportation and global trade, with respect to Canada's transportation system and its gateways and trade corridors.
Transport Canada, Safety Performance Review and Resource rebalancing
Quebec
IATA, Economic ROI in Aviation Analysis
developed a detailed statistical analysis of the relationship between a country's connectivity to the global air transport network and its level of productivity. The analysis encompasses a wide range of 48 countries - including both developed and developing economies.
Canada general
Canadian Tourism Commission, Canadian & European Air Ticket Sales Data Analysis
created custom data tables to quantify inbound air passenger volumes, routings and fare category by top European origin countries, Canadian provinces and cities.
Tourism Ministries Canada, Air Travellers Security Charge Monitoring Report
conducted econometric analysis examining the impact of the Air Travel Security Charge tax on air travel costs for air carriers and passengers. The study provided estimates of the number of domestic, transborder and international passengers that were likely priced out of the market in 2002 as a result of the ATSC and the corresponding revenue, profit and economic efficiency impact. It also discussed the economic inefficiency of the existing flat rate charge and evaluated how an ad valorem or distanced based charge would have much smaller impacts on air travel (hence airline route viability and tourism) while raising the same revenues.
United States
Arizona
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Conducted comprehensive air cargo study to position the airport to become a leading air cargo gateway for high-tech manufacturers for the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico.
California
Los Angeles World Airports
Performed a broad range of air service development, air cargo development and marketing services for LAWA at Los Angeles International, Ontario International and Palmdale airports.
Port of San Diego (Lindbergh Field)
Performed extensive market analysis and provided air service marketing services to attract additional air service, in close coordination with regional civic, business, travel and tourism interests.
Sacramento International Airport
Advised the airport on commercial and leasehold considerations in connection with the re-development of an on-airport hotel.
Florida
Daytona Beach International Airport
Provided comprehensive support for the air service development efforts of Volusia County, including demand/service analysis, leakage analysis, and airline strategies for Daytona Beach International Airport.
Palm Beach International Airport
Provided a full range of air service market analysis and marketing support, resulting in extensive new and low fare services.
Pensacola Regional Airport
Supported air service development and implementation efforts for Western Florida's largest commercial airport, including capture strategies, market/service analysis, and presentation development.
Georgia
Northwest Airlines
Developed a major economic analysis estimating the value of the U.S. - Japan market.
Columbus Metropolitan Airport
Performed extensive market analysis, airline service analysis, and related supporting activity regarding air service development efforts at Columbus, GA.
Idaho
Boise Air Terminal
Supported the City of Boise in its relationships with tenant and prospective airlines, including air service development, airline use and lease agreement negotiation, and commercial strategy related to the development of a new $100 million terminal building.
Illinois
U.S. Law Firm
Economic Impact Studies - Airport
Conducted a review of an economic impact study of Chicago O'Hare airport carried out by another consultant in the U.S.
Kentucky
Louisville International Airport
Provided advisory services regarding the development of a 250-room on-airport Marriott Hotel.
Louisiana
New Orleans Aviation Board
Provided strategic planning, organizational analysis and governance advisory services to the airport, including evaluation of public/private partnership issues and opportunities.
Maine
Portland International Jetport
Provided traffic forecasts and industry analysis to airport management in support of infrastructure planning and financing activity in Portland, ME.
New York
Buffalo Niagara Int'l Airport
Spearheaded air service development initiatives for Buffalo Niagara International Airport, resulting in the introduction of extensive new and low-fare services.
JFK International Air Terminal, LLC
Provided advisory services in pricing, forecasting, financial analysis, quality management and airline marketing to the Amsterdam/LCOR/Lehman Brothers consortium for the acquisition, redevelopment and operation of Terminal 4 at New York JFK International.
Niagara Falls International Airport
Developed and supported strategies and initiatives to enhance air cargo and air passenger charter activity at the airport, and advised airport management on related regulatory and marketing matters.
St. Lawrence Valley Air Task Force
Assisted the Task Force in its evaluation of air service improvement options at Massena International Airport, NY, including Essential Air Service evaluation and marketing support.
Syracuse Hancock International Airport
Assisted the airport in the renegotiation of its airline use and lease agreement, and advised the airport regarding related pricing, commercial development and management strategies.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia International Airport
Conducted study that formed the basis for a comprehensive program to position Philadelphia International Airport as a major East Coast air cargo hub and cargo gateway.
Philadelphia
Vino Volo
Provided advisory services for market strategy and penetration for airport terminal concessionaire offering and innovative product line at major airports.
South Carolina
Columbia International Airport
Provided market analysis, presentation development and marketing support in Columbia, South Carolina in relation to airport and community air service development efforts.
Tennessee
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
Supported air service development efforts, including market analysis, service analysis, slot analysis, regulatory representation and support, and airline relations.
Texas
Houston Airport System
Provided air service development services for Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport, as well as competitive impact assessment regarding capital funding and pricing alternatives.
Virginia
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Provided comprehensive air passenger and cargo development and marketing services to the Airport Authority, with an emphasis on international services at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Roanoke Regional Airport
Provided air service development support services, including presentation development, market and service analysis, and marketing strategy.
Washington
The Boeing Company
Economic Impact Study - Catalytic Impact Calculations
examined the economic consequences of the liberalization of air transport throughout the world. The broad objective of this study was to quantify the results of both historical and prospective bilateral air service agreement (ASA) liberalization.
