In most developing countries, the most economic role for freight railroads is to operate unit trains over a limited network. Unit trains have the potential to minimize costs by eliminating terminal operations and by maximizing equipment utilization. However, it is essential to monitor unit train performance to ensure that service is actually provided as scheduled. Analysis of unit train operations in Egypt demonstrates that there is likely to be a range of variability in loaded and empty trip times and in cycle times for the various services. The paper identifies the basic issues affecting unit train performance in Egypt and recommends general approaches for managing unit trains in developing countries.


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    Title :

    Managing unit train performance in developing countries: a case study of the Egyptian railways


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    Publication date :

    1989-02-01


    Size :

    15 pages




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    Unknown





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