Essays about: "inland terminal"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 6 essays containing the words inland terminal.

  1. 1. Extended Gate - Barriers and opportunities for intermodal improvements, a case study of Port of Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : David Hällgren; Erik Bengtsson; [2020-06-17]
    Keywords : Extended Gate; inland terminal; port supply chain integration;

    Abstract : Extended gate is an intermodal concept aiming to achieve improved transport efficiency in the hinterland through a more integrated model, compared to concepts that are currently in use, such as dry ports. Functionally it is an extension of the gated area of a port terminal into the hinterland in order to achieve operational efficiency for the supply chain actors and improve customer experience for cargo owners. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Influence of the Port of Gothenburg towards Inland Mode Choice Decision-Making

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Gissel Ruiz; Dimitris Soumpasis; [2020-06-16]
    Keywords : Inland Terminal; environmental incentives; sustainable transport; intermodal transport; ports; mode choice; modal shift;

    Abstract : The transportation sector is an essential component for a country’s economy and its population well-being; however, this sector is a major contributor to the current environmental issues that society is facing and directly connected with the quality of life e.g. emissions, accidents, health impacts, etc. READ MORE

  4. 3. SYSTEM ANALYSIS OF HIGH CAPACITY TRANSPORTS - Impact Assessment in the Terminal Network of DHL Freight Sweden

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : David Lindqvist; Marwan Salman; [2019-07-02]
    Keywords : HCT; LHV; Transportation; System Analysis; Sustainability; Road Freight; Transport Management; DHL;

    Abstract : 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

  5. 4. Geografiska mönster av skogsbränsleflöden för Jämtlands län

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Resource Management

    Author : Anders Wittenström; [2013]
    Keywords : bränsleved; grot; linjärprogramering; terminal; transport;

    Abstract : Biobränslen står i dagsläget för 20 % av Sveriges tillförda energi. Användandet av förnyelsebara källor förväntas öka till 50 % år 2020 i enighet med det EU gemensamma 20-20 målen. Balansen mellan förbrukning och tillgång på skogsbränslen beskrivs som ojämnt fördelad över landet. READ MORE

  6. 5. Development of dry ports in Småland, Sweden : Comparing the cases of Nässjö and Vaggeryd

    University essay from IHH, Centre of Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    Author : Frans Willem Gerard Haak; Dainora Tamosaityte; [2012]
    Keywords : dry port; inland terminal; intermodal transportation; logistics; development;

    Abstract : Problem: Due to several changes in the market, economy, industry and the environment there was an increasing trend in emerging dry ports/inland terminals throughout Sweden. A dry port is still a young term in the transportation field gaining more popularity and attention. READ MORE