The location of seaports, the direct impact of the sea and hydrological phenomena of the coastal zone, as well as the development of multi- and intermodal transport, imply specific types of hazards. The article discusses the hydrological and meteorological conditions for the functioning of a modern seaport in the context of natural hazards. It initiates a discussion on the need to define a decision-making center responsible for safety and monitoring of natural hazards and describes the concept of a hazard information exchange system.
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Seaport logistics in the context of natural hazards
January 1, 2013 | Super User