Una propuesta para la localización de áreas de servicio y descanso adaptadas al transporte de mercancías peligrosas mediante un modelo de optimización; aplicación al territorio español

This paper analyzes the importance of having a network of stations adapted to vehicles carrying dangerous goods. In the ¯rst place, it is studied the current demand which is offered by the existing parking areas, and in the second place, it is explained a maximum coverage location model in order to study the location of areas that meet the drivers' demand of rest to a greater extent complying with legal and safety regulations. The model is applied into Spanish territory with the help of geographic information systems (GIS).