Essays about: "inland waterways transport"
Found 5 essays containing the words inland waterways transport.
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1. Inland Waterways and Short Sea Shipping - a feasible alternative for truck transportation in Sweden? - A Case Study of Container Shipping Between Uddevalla and Gothenburg -
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Within the European Union, Inland Waterway Transportation accounts for the lowest share of goods transport, with only 5.8%. In Sweden, the share is even lower where Inland Waterway Transportation accounts for less than 1% of the goods transports. READ MORE
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2. Staying Afloat - Examining the Resilience of the European Inland Waterway Transportation Industry in the Face of Climate Related Disruptions: A Policy and Resilience Analysis
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Due to its lower emissions in comparison to other modes of transport, inland waterway transportation (IWT) has been increasingly considered a sustainable option by the European Union (EU), prompting a focus on transitioning towards it in recent years. However, the impact of climate change has led to a rise in extreme weather events, including floods and droughts, over the past few decades. READ MORE
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3. Alternative fuels for Swedish short sea shipping and inland waterways: Techno-economic study
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : Climate change is raising huge challenges for all industries worldwide. It is mainly due to anthropogenic activity and energy consumption which is the cause for emissions of greenhouse gas (GHG) among other environmental impacts and is expected to have huge impact on our societies globally. READ MORE
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4. SYSTEM ANALYSIS OF HIGH CAPACITY TRANSPORTS - Impact Assessment in the Terminal Network of DHL Freight Sweden
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Purpose: The purpose is to study the potentials and risks of a HCT introduction in the established terminal network of DHL Freight Sweden to provide a holistic understanding from a system perspective of how benefits can be achieved with respect for the environmental, operational, economic and social aspects. The finished report should further contribute to comprehensive knowledge that could be used as a feasibility study and decision basis in an application to the Swedish Transport Agency in order to receive a permit to use HCVs in DHL Freight’s terminal network. READ MORE
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5. Mapping of Logistics Infrastructure of Central and Eastern Europe for Automotive Industry
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate SchoolAbstract : Central and Eastern Europe as an emerging market has become very attractive for automotive OEMs, which are expanding rapidly in the region. Consequently, they are followed by the logistics service providers. However, poor logistics infrastructure including transport networks and logistics services has become the biggest challenge. READ MORE
