AbstractAn increased role for rail freight is an objective of the British government. Limited growth potential exists in rail’s traditional bulk markets, so more non-bulk volume is needed. This paper focuses on non-bulk rail freight activity in Britain, through desk-based research and company interviews. It considers changes in both the intermodal and traditional less-than-trainload (LTL) markets over the last decade. Issues relating to the use of these two types of services are presented, covering the principal opportunities and major constraints. Growth potential for both intermodal and traditional LTL flows is identified, but success is dependent upon important pre-requisites being satisfied.
The non-bulk market for rail freight in Great Britain
Journal of Transport Geography ; 14 , 4 ; 299-308
2005-01-01
10 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch
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