Development of Transit Potential: A Case Study of a Major Regional Center

The competitiveness of the transportation industry is a widely debated and compelling area of study. Given the current geopolitical and geo-economic situation, this issue has become especially relevant for the Russian Federation. Major regional centers, with their unique territorial advantages and opportunities, contribute significantly to the economic develop ment of the country. This article presents the results of an assessment of transport and infrastructure provision in a major regional center, using the Irkutsk region as a case study. Based on this analysis, the prospects for developing the region’s transit potential are outlined. The findings of this study can be applied in identifying key structural elements of transport and infrastructure provision that require targeted investments to a chieve long-term benefits.