Myint, K. Z. and Hadikusumo, B. H. W. (2026) Key factors influencing governance in transport infrastructure public-private partnership projects in Myanmar: Case study approach. International Journal of Construction Management, 26(10), pp. 2258-2278. ISSN 1562-3599
Abstract
The success of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects in transport infrastructure depends critically on strong governance structures; however, research on the specific governance factors influencing PPP performance in developing regions remains limited. This study addresses this gap by analyzing 24 key governance factors influencing PPP performance in developing countries, using Myanmar's transport infrastructure as a case study, covering highways, airports, and seaports. Through a comprehensive case study approach, this research explores key governance components, including legal frameworks, institutional capacities, strategic guidelines, and financial and risk management practices, which significantly impact project outcomes. Findings highlight the importance of adaptable governance mechanisms tailored to the unique political and economic contexts of developing countries, essential for enhancing project efficiency, reducing risks, and ensuring successful project delivery. By strategically implementing these governance factors, practitioners can optimize project performance, minimizing costs, and delays associated with governance challenges. This study equips policymakers and project managers with actionable insights, emphasizing the need for a robust governance foundation to support effective PPP implementation. Ultimately, this research contributes to a broader understanding of PPP governance, offering practical recommendations applicable to similar infrastructure development projects in other developing regions.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | financial structuring; governance; institutional framework; legal and regulatory framework; Myanmar; public-private partnership; risk management; transport infrastructure |
| Index terms: | developing country, efficiency, transport infrastructure, project outcome, implementation, project performance, risk management, practitioner, governance, Myanmar, infrastructure development, partnership, project delivery, case study, project manager |
| Subjects: | partnership management, performance management, development economics, project delivery, data collection methods, project completion, infrastructure engineering, Geography, contractual arrangements, infrastructure and transport systems, practitioner, profession, project management theory and practice, risk assessment, business |
| Topics: | Risk Management, Engineering Principles, Stakeholder Management, Procurement, Project Management, Governance, Research Practice, Roles and Professions, Geographical Context, International Construction, Quality Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCE |
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