PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS: EURASIA TUNNEL

Purpose- Governments perform and observe various services and investments via various methodologies in several sectors such as transportation, health, education for the prosperity of the citizens. Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) model is a commonly applied method by Turkish Government recently due to financing and operational advantages. The main purpose of the study is to understand the fundamentals of a PPP Project and compare international examples and principles with a case analysis of the Eurasia Tunnel. Methodology- PPP fundamentals and the application process are defined in the study with exploratory research methodology. According to the recommended structures, process cycle and process applications, comparative case study methodology is used to determine the similarities between theoretical knowledge and practice. Findings- As a result of the comparison study the similarities and detailed information are provided about the case study. Also, the additional benefits of the project mentioned in the case study is determined. Conclusion- A successful PPP Project example and its fundamentals are determined according to the case study. With the help of additional benefits of the project, a revaluation approach to be considered for PPP Projects for the future studies