An eclectic methodology for assessment of the regional economic effects of the Femern belt link between Scandinavia and Germany

The paper describes a theoretically eclectic methodology developed for assessment of the regional economic effect of the proposed fixed link between Denmark and Germany, across the Femern Belt. The methodology is compared with alternative modelling frameworks. Estimates of the regional economic effects of this fixed link are presented, including evaluation of the synergy effects of this link seen in relation to two other fixed links in the Western Baltic. The short and medium term regional economic effects of this infrastructure investment appear to be limited and perhaps greater in regions somewhat more distant from the link.