Analyzing the Factors Influencing the Performance of Railway Infrastructure Managers

Railway infrastructure managers play a vital role in the proper functioning of railway systems in various countries. Their success depends on many factors, including geographical, climatic, political, social, service-related, technological, and economic aspects. This research employs the TOPSIS method (Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) to evaluate the performance of 19 European railway infrastructure managers. Variables used for ranking include area size, population, gross domestic product (GDP), modal share in passenger and freight transport, share of the managed national network, active licenses, network length, and full-time employees. This approach aims to deepen the understanding of infrastructure managers performance, considering various aspects, including geographic, economic, technological, and social factors. This comprehensive approach to analyzing railway infrastructure managers performance seeks to develop strategic guidelines for improving railway infrastructure in different countries. The application of the TOPSIS method will be instrumental in the ranking process, presuming equal importance among the considered factors. The findings of this research hold significance for advancing sustainability and efficiency within the railway sector.