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Sustainable High Volume Road and Rail Transport in Low Income Countries
Sustainable High Volume Road and Rail Transport in Low Income Countries presents an in-depth analysis of transport research undertaken through the UK Department for International Development\\\\\\\'s High Volume Transport Programme. The book examines strategies for developing road and rail transport systems that are safe, affordable, accessible, efficient, and environmentally sustainable in low…
A Short History of Transport in Japan from Ancient Times to the Present
A Short History of Transport in Japan: From Ancient Times to the Present by John Andrew Black examines the historical development of transportation in Japan from ancient times to the modern era. The book traces the evolution of different modes of transport, including roads, waterways, maritime transport, railways, and urban public transportation, and considers their roles in shaping Japanese so…
Transport in Capitalism: Transport Policy as Social Policy
The book Transport in Capitalism: Transport Policy as Social Policy examines the relationship between transportation systems, capitalist economies, public policy, and sustainable development. Oliver Schwedes analyzes how transportation is influenced by economic growth, the division of labor, competition, mobility, and broader social and political dynamics. The book explores the objectives of tr…
The Future of Transport Between Digitalization and Decarbonization: Trends St…
This book explores the future of the transportation sector amid the ongoing transitions toward digitalization and decarbonization, with a particular focus on energy consumption. It examines historical developments in transportation across different world regions, analyzes current mobility trends, and presents future scenarios for the evolution of transport systems. The authors compare various d…
Cross-Border Transport and Mobility in the EU: Issues and State of the Art
This book examines the challenges, policies, and developments associated with cross-border transport and mobility within the European Union. It explores the importance of establishing an integrated and barrier-free transportation system to facilitate the movement of passengers across national borders, strengthen regional connectivity, and support European economic and social cohesion. The book …
Decarbonizing Freight Transport: Acceptance and Policy Implications
This book examines the decarbonization of freight transport, focusing on the acceptance of alternative transportation technologies and the policy implications of transitioning toward more sustainable freight systems. It explores the environmental challenges associated with conventional freight transportation, particularly greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. The book discuss…
Transport Transitions: Advancing Sustainable and Inclusive Mobility: Proceedi…
Transport Transitions: Advancing Sustainable and Inclusive Mobility, by Ciaran McNally, Páraic Carroll, Beatriz Martinez-Pastor, Bidisha Ghosh, Marina Efthymiou, and Nikolaos Valantasis-Kanellos, examines the transformation of transport systems toward more sustainable, accessible, and inclusive forms of mobility. The book explores the technological, social, economic, environmental, and policy …
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