Intermodal Freight Transport

ISBN-13: 9780750659352 / Angielski / Miękka / 2005 / 304 str.

David Lowe

Opis

This book provides an introduction to the whole concept of intermodal freight transport, the means of delivering goods using two or more transport modes, recounting both European experience and UK developments and reporting on the extensive political influences on this form of transport. This is placed into context with reference to developments in North America and Asia.Detailed explanations are given of the road and rail vehicles, the loading units and the transfer equipment used in such operations. In particular, the role of the Channel Tunnel in the development of long-haul combined transport operations between the UK and Europe is considered.

Recenzje

"In this excellent and extremely comprehensive book David Lowe builds on his established reputation as one of this country’s leading transport writers to explain and illustrate the key concept of intermodal transport in detail.

This is a timely and readable volume which will appeal to policy makers and practitioners at every level. I thoroughly commend it."

Steven Norris FCILT, FIHT
Minister for Transport 1992 – 96
Director General, The Road Haulage Association 1997 - 99

"The author has once again produced a definitive reference book on a topic scarcely covered elsewhere in the pool of logistics literature.In short the reference work for all to turn to for facts and figures on intermodal freight transport. "
Logistics & Transport Focus

Spis treści

What is Intermodal Freight Transport?;UK and EU Policies for Intermodal Transport;Intermodal Developments in the UK;Intermodal Transport in Europe;Intermodalism in North America and World Markets;The Road Haulage Role in Intermodalism
Rail Freight Operations;Inland Waterway, Short-Sea and Coastal Shipping;Environmental and Economic Issues
Grant-aid and Government Support;Intermodal Networks and Freight Interchanges;Intermodal Road and Rail Vehicles and Maritime Vessels;Intermodal Loading Units, Transfer Equipment and Satellite Communications;Carrier Liability in Intermodal Transport;Intermodal Documentation and Authorizations;Customs Procedures;International Carriage of Dangerous Goods;Safety in Transport

O autorze

Lowe FCILT David