A disaggregate stochastic freight transport model for Sweden
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DOI: 10.1007/s11116-018-9856-9
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents estimation results for models of transport chain and shipment size choice, as well as an implementation of the estimated disaggregate models (for two commodity groups), in the context of the national… read more here.
Keywords: model; transport model; disaggregate stochastic; freight transport ... See more keywords
A multi-perspective analysis for the better understanding of urban freight transport challenges and opportunities in Montevideo
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cstp.2020.11.005
Abstract: Abstract Population growth has been followed by an increase in the share of residents in urban centers, in developed countries as well as in the least developed. These areas of high population density generate an… read more here.
Keywords: multi perspective; freight transport; perspective analysis; urban freight ... See more keywords
The relationship between freight transport and economic development: A case study of China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.retrec.2020.100885
Abstract: Abstract As a derivative demand of economic development, freight transport plays an important role in economic growth. In recent years, the experience of some countries shows that freight demand remains stable or even declines with… read more here.
Keywords: freight transport; relationship freight; economic development; development ... See more keywords
Sustainable urban freight transport in megacities in emerging markets
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2017.03.011
Abstract: Abstract Megacities in emerging markets are a relatively new phenomenon. The size of these cities combined with the high growth rates provides substantial sustainability challenges. Urban freight transport (UFT) contributes to these challenges. Despite its… read more here.
Keywords: megacities emerging; emerging markets; freight transport; urban freight ... See more keywords
Understanding barriers and enablers of electric vehicles in urban freight transport: Addressing stakeholder needs in Turkey
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2021.102794
Abstract: Abstract Electric Freight Vehicles (EFVs) have a strong potential for urban freight transport and city logistics. Depending on the way electricity is produced, the deployment of EFVs could significantly reduce exhaust emissions and noise pollution… read more here.
Keywords: freight; understanding barriers; urban freight; adoption ... See more keywords
Productivity growth in urban freight transport: An index number approach
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tranpol.2017.02.009
Abstract: Improvement of operational efficiency is a common goal of most governmental freight transport policies. Productivity and efficiency analysis consequently provides a sound knowledge base. This paper illustrates how axiomatic production theory can be applied to… read more here.
Keywords: productivity; freight transport; transport; productivity growth ... See more keywords
Assessing the technical efficiency of intermodal freight transport chains using a modified network DEA approach
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tre.2019.04.003
Abstract: This paper presents a modified Network DEA model (NDEA) to measure the performance of intermodal freight transport (IFT) chains and to find the sources of inefficiencies. The model addresses two challenges in the application of… read more here.
Keywords: intermodal freight; network dea; transport; freight transport ... See more keywords
Development of a decision support framework for sustainable freight transport system evaluation using rough numbers
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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2019.1651945
Abstract: Among various operational decision-making tasks in a transportation system, sustainable performance evaluation has a very promising and direct influence on the community as well as environment. To prevent and reduce the negative impacts of a… read more here.
Keywords: decision; system; framework; freight transport ... See more keywords
Conceptual exploration of power peak shaving by smart train operation in rail freight transport
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DOI: 10.1177/09544097211045544
Abstract: Powerful electric locomotives with high traction performance are foreseen to be used to boost the overall performance of freight transport. However, they would exert extra burden on the power supply system, so the power peak… read more here.
Keywords: freight transport; study; power; peak shaving ... See more keywords
The future of freight transport
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DOI: 10.1186/s12544-019-0359-3
Abstract: Just like passenger transport, the freight transport sector is in the middle of a complete transition. Challenges and drivers to change are high, as concerns about climate change, air quality and congestion are becoming at… read more here.
Keywords: freight transport; future freight; sector; transport ... See more keywords
EXPLORING THE ALTERNATIVE MODES OF ECO-FRIENDLY EXPRESS FREIGHT TRANSPORT
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DOI: 10.15666/aeer/1704_88058816
Abstract: Reducing pollutant emissions of transportation is an important strategy for addressing global climate change, high-speed rail (HSR) transport, an eco-friendly mode, neither emits dust, nor emits too much COX and NOX due to the eclectic… read more here.
Keywords: mode; eco friendly; freight transport; transport ... See more keywords