Essays about: "freight"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 281 essays containing the word freight.

1. 16. The Role of Transport Purchasing Companies in the Reduction of Freight Transport Emissions : The Opportunities and Barriers of Environmentally Friendly Freight Transport

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Alva Lundgren; Ellen Haavikko; [2023]
   Keywords : Freight transport; green logistics; environmentally friendly logistics; sustainable freight transport; voluntary environmental targets; corporate carbon strategies; transport purchasing companies; PESTEL-analysis; Godstransporter; grön logistik; miljövänlig logistik; hållbara godstransporter; frivilliga miljömål; företags koldioxidstrategier; transportinköpande företag; PESTEL-analys;

   Abstract : The freight transport industry accounts for a large and, moreover, an increasing share of the global greenhouse gas emissions. Despite this, previous studies point to the fact that freight transport purchasing companies (TPCs) do not take sufficient action to reduce emissions from the freight transports they buy. READ MORE

3. 17. Evaluation and Selection of Routes for Automated Road Freight Vehicles : Using the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) to evaluate andselect potential routes for automated driving systems (ADS) in the road freight industry when considering the operational design domain (ODD) and strategic criteria

   University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

   Author : Jan Kauper; [2023]
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   Abstract : Researchers anticipate the road freight industry to be among the first ones to integrate automated driving systems (ADS) in their operations. Matching the driving capabilities with suitable routes is pivotal for deploying ADS at early stages. READ MORE

4. 18. Carbon emission allocation of Ro-Pax ferry transport and the application for ferry companies

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Qiutong Xu; [2023]
   Keywords : CO2 emissions; Emission allocation; Ro-Pax ferry; Ferry transport; Passenger; Freight; CO2-utsläpp; Utsläppsfördelning; Ro-Pax-färja; Färjetransport; Passagerare; Frakt;

   Abstract : The EU has set up the target of cutting GHG emissions by at least 55% by 2030 and becoming climateneutral by 2050. Accordingly, the IMO has launched initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions per transportwork by at least 40% by 2030, however the CO2 emissions generated from the ferry operations arecontinuously increasing. READ MORE

5. 19. Value Proposition of Autonomous Electric Trucks in the Freight Industry : A Qualitative Study of Transport Buyers

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Emilia Nordström; Edvin Ramberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Autonomous Electric Truck logistics; Customer-centric Value Proposition; Digitisation; Transport buyers’ needs and pain points; Autonom elektrisk lastbilslogistik; kundcentrerat värdeerbjudande; digitalisering; transportköpares behov och utmaningar;

   Abstract : This study explores the value proposition of Autonomous Battery Electric Trucks (ABETs) in the transportation industry, and offers insights into customer perceptions and potential challenges regarding this emergent technology. The aim of the study is to understand customer needs, address implementation issues, and evaluate opportunities for Logistics Service Providers (LSP) to adopt ABETs. READ MORE

6. 20. Life Cycle Assessment of Lightweight Electric Motorbikes : Case Study - RIDECAKE

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Savitri Visvanathan Englert; [2023]
   Keywords : nvironmental impact; two-wheel motorcycle; lithium-ion battery; transportation; BEV Battery Electric Vehicle ; Life Cycle Assessment LCA ; miljöpåverkan; våhjulig motorcykel; litiumjonbatteri; transport; BEV Batteri elektriskt fordon ; Life Cycle Assessment LCA ;

   Abstract : The electric vehicle segments of companies have broadened, and their sales have increased in the past decade. The electric motorcycle sector is growing fast, with improved technology on electric powertrains, increased ranges, charging speeds, and infrastructure. READ MORE