The chapter describes the characteristics of European intermodal transportIntermodal transport in seaport hinterland and pure inland relations (terminal-to-terminal). The market situation in these fields is assessed as well as existing problems of current intermodal services. Based on the apparent limitations of intermodal transport systems, the author describes the requirements of the market and possible factors for a more consumer-oriented intermodal service. The chapter closes with an innovative concept for a prime service as a means of increasing the competitiveness of intermodal hinterland transports in a sustainable way.


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    Title :

    Flashlight on Intermodal Transport Innovation in European Seaport Hinterland


    Additional title:

    Operations Research


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2020-09-15


    Size :

    14 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English





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