Essays about: "freight market challenges"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 essays containing the words freight market challenges.

1. 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 School

   Author : Bethmage Dinuka Piyath Perera; Quoc Nhat Do; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Container shipping; freight market challenges; COVID-19; supply chain disruptions; freight capacity consolidation; supply chain transformation; exploratory factor analysis;

   Abstract : 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

3. 2. From Manual to Robotic -Assessing the Potential Benefits of Automation in Railway Inspections and Maintenance

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Trafik och väg

   Author : Benjamin Furberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Railway; Inspections; Maintenance; Robotics; Automation; Turnouts; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : 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

4. 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)

   Author : Anton Olsson; Vendela Notlöv; [2022]
   Keywords : Stationary charging infrastructure; electrified heavy goods vehicles; sustainable transition; cost analysis; innovation ecosystem; Stationär laddinfrastruktur; elektriska tunga fordon; hållbar omställning; kostnadsanalys; innovationsekosystem;

   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

5. 4. Smart Port Framework - A study of Port of Gothenburg

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Johan Berlin; Olof Eriksson; [2021-02-24]
   Keywords : Smart port; automation; digitalization; maritime transport;

   Abstract : 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

6. 5. Steering Towards Low-Carbon Road Freight Transport Through Policies - The Case of Oslo

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

   Author : Torstein Clausen Jystad; [2017]
   Keywords : Urban freight; low-carbon technologies; electric trucks; hydrogen trucks; policy measures; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : 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