Tom Matthew

Tom Matthew is a highly experienced economist who has undertaken a significant amount of economic research in the aviation field. He has 18 years consultancy experience working for both big and small consultancy practices as well as on a freelance basis. Tom has also worked for Highlands & Islands Enterprise, the Scottish Government’s regional development agency, where he was responsible for developing transport policy across all modes, including aviation.

Tom has considerable experience in assessing the economic impacts of airports, individual air routes and investment in airport infrastructure. Clients for this work have included airport operators, regional development agencies, regional transport partnerships and local authorities. Research methods underpinning his economic studies have included:

• Design and analysis of passenger and business surveys
• Analysis of CAA passenger survey data and carryings statistics
• Use of secondary economic statistics to describe the economic contribution of aviation

The studies have been used by clients to support their:

• Funding bids
• Introduction of new air routes
• Public documents, including airport Masterplans
• Evidence provided to government bodies on the economic contribution of aviation

Tom has an established reputation for authoritative, rigorous and objective research. He has an ability to quickly grasp the detail of complex projects, along with highly developed written and verbal communication skills. He is a regular conference speaker on aviation and regional economic development.

More on Tom Matthew and Reference Economic Consultants

Tom Matthew has made available a recent powerpoint presentation he delivered on “Better not Bigger The Future of Aviation in the UK”, London, September 16 2010. Download here (2.5 mb)