Intermodal transport, and container transport in particular, has been characterized by dynamic development for many years. In this context, the issue of technical and organizational preparation of terminals handling integrated cargo units is of particular importance. For many years, various types of technical and IT infrastructure elements have been implemented at port terminals to improve working conditions. Inland terminals, which are generally small transshipment hubs, most often forgo modern solutions, citing a lack of adequate funds.The paper presents a simple simulation, the results of which can be used to improve operations at a container terminal. On European transport routes, the majority of cargo is transported by road (about 80%), which has a very negative impact on the natural environment. The 2000 White Paper promotes reducing road transport in favor of other modes of transport by promoting intermodal transport [3].
The basic feature of this solution is the transport of cargo from the sender to the recipient using the same loading unit, e.g., a container, using different modes of transport. About 16% of cargo is transported by this type of transport in the EU
[1], while Poland significantly lags behind other member states in this respect. (…)
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Source: Logistics Magazine
Analysis of selected operations in an intermodal transshipment hub – PDF file for download