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This report assesses the potential of zero carbon supply chains via a case study of the freight transport chain linked to the port of Hamburg. It analyses the initiatives taken by selected main stakeholders to decarbonise freight transport. In addition, it offers recommendations on how the move...
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Larger container ships have generated cost savings for carriers, decreased maritime transport costs and as such facilitated global trade in the past. However, larger ships require adaptations of infrastructure, equipment and cause larger peaks in container traffic in ports, with wide-ranging...
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Blockchain and other distributed ledger technologies (DLTs) could help create trust and consensus in areas of the transport sector where they are needed for efficient solutions but currently often lacking. Such challenges concern for instance clearing transactions amongst multiple parties with...
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This report aims to provide a basis for understanding the strengths and weaknesses of the current system, in comparison to rail systems elsewhere in the world, and provide an analytical basis for identification of opportunities for further improvement. It also discusses risks in relation to...
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High quality logistics is a key for the economic performance of any country. Well-functioning logistics both domestically and internationally is a necessary precondition of national competitiveness. As an open economy, Chile relies heavily on trade for its economic growth. Lower transport and...
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Goods tranport includes data on freight transport by road, rail, sea for International Transport Forum (ITF) member countries as well as inland waterways and pipeline for some countries. Variables are measured in tonne-kilometres (T-km) for inland transport and short sea shipping and in tons and...
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This report presents policy options for the successful integration of drones into the transport system. How can countries reap the benefits of drone transport while limiting risks? The report examines concerns about the acceptability, efficiency and sustainability of drone transport. The...
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Goods tranport includes data on freight transport by road, rail, sea for International Transport Forum (ITF) member countries as well as inland waterways and pipeline for some countries. Variables are measured in tonne-kilometres (T-km) for inland transport and short sea shipping and in tons and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014324389
Goods tranport includes data on freight transport by road, rail, sea for International Transport Forum (ITF) member countries as well as inland waterways and pipeline for some countries. Variables are measured in tonne-kilometres (T-km) for inland transport and short sea shipping and in tons and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10013377034
Goods tranport includes data on freight transport by road, rail, sea for International Transport Forum (ITF) member countries as well as inland waterways and pipeline for some countries. Variables are measured in tonne-kilometres (T-km) for inland transport and short sea shipping and in tons and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10013524485