Essays about: "freight market challenges"
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1. Identifying the Underlying Factors Causing the Changes in the European Container Shipping Market in the Post-COVID-19 Era
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global supply chains and container shipping markets in several ways, leading to changes in demand, supply, and price. Therefore, identifying and understanding the underlying factors that have contributed to these changes is crucial for stakeholders in the industry and policymakers seeking to mitigate the negative effects of the pandemic on global trade, particularly in Europe. READ MORE
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2. From Manual to Robotic -Assessing the Potential Benefits of Automation in Railway Inspections and Maintenance
University essay from Lunds universitet/Trafik och vägAbstract : The railway industry plays a crucial role in the global freight transport and passenger mobility market, providing an efficient and low-emitting mode of transportation. However, to compete with other modes of transportation, the railway must improve its reliability. READ MORE
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3. Stationary charging infrastructure: Managing investment risks to enable charging possibilities : A case study of a future stationary charging hub in Stockholm South
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : The electrification of heavy transport is considered a solution to climate change. Today, electrification is challenged by high investment costs for vehicles and charging, which hampers the conversion. READ MORE
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4. Smart Port Framework - A study of Port of Gothenburg
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : The increase in global trade have resulted in the need for more complex infrastructure to support the increased amount of freight. This combined with the advancement of digitalization in society has resulted in the need logistics hubs to adapt. This development has resulted in the 5th generation of parts, the smart port. READ MORE
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5. Steering Towards Low-Carbon Road Freight Transport Through Policies - The Case of Oslo
University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutetAbstract : The primary purpose of this thesis is to assess policy measures promoting the uptake and use of low-carbon technologies in urban road freight transport (URFT) in Oslo, Norway. This sector has historically received little attention compared to passenger and public transport, but contribute to significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, noise, and other negative health effects. READ MORE