Mumbai Ferry Launch Economics

market entry

India-specific
Set in Mumbai, India; the figures and context are India’s.

What this case is about

Your friend has inherited a ferry and is considering a commuter service between North and South Mumbai. She wants to use it as an additional source of revenue. Help assess whether the opportunity makes sense and recommend how to price the service.

Objective

Establish whether the service can cover its operating costs at a viable fare and recommend a pricing approach that accounts for customer segments and alternatives.

Skills this case tests

Structuring the problem
Working the numbers
Judgement and recommendation
Communicating clearly

This is an interview practice scenario. Figures in the brief are case inputs, not current market research.