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What is one way rail transport participates in international transport?
Which of the following types of ships is NOT involved in international sea transport?
Which type of rail operations connects land masses to seaports at both ends?
Who are considered private ship operators in international sea transport?
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What characterizes long-distance rail operations in international transport?
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What is a primary characteristic distinguishing courier and express services from air parcel postal services?
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Which type of air carrier is specifically designed for freight transport and has features like larger hatch openings?
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What is the main function of freight brokers in international transport?
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What does 'dwell time' refer to in the context of international road transport?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor requiring standardizing and harmonizing in international road transport?
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What are unit load devices (ULDs) primarily used for in airfreight?
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Which of the following best describes the role of freight forwarders in international transport?
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Which aspect is crucial for effective cross-border road transport?
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Study Notes
International Transport Overview
- Distinction between international and domestic transport includes factors like regulations, operational challenges, and compliance standards.
- Five modes of international transport include air, road, rail, pipeline, and sea, each with unique operational frameworks.
Air Carriers in International Freight Transport
- Air Parcel Postal Services: Limited to parcels weighing up to 32 kg, provided by public mail services.
- Courier and Express Services: Feature quick transit times, often delivering next day for shipments under 32 kg.
- Passenger-Freight Services: Combine the transport of passengers with cargo.
- Freight Aircraft: Designed with larger hatch openings and cargo compartments, higher weight ratings than passenger aircraft.
Non-Operating Service Providers
- Airfreight Forwarders: Offer comprehensive services including booking cargo, preparing customs documents, and managing logistics.
- Air Freight Brokers: Primarily coordinate transportation without additional service offerings.
Freight Handling in Aviation
- Unit Load Devices (ULDs) are tailored to the aircraft's cabin shape, facilitating efficient airfreight handling.
International Road Transport
- Standardization and harmonization are critical for effective cross-border road transport.
- Key factors include:
- Traffic management systems compatibility.
- Customs policies affecting border-crossing time.
- Consistent traffic signage and control.
- Road design standards voor heavy hauls, such as minimal pavement strengths and lane widths.
- Availability of truck stops and maintenance facilities.
International Rail Transport
- Three participation modes in international transport:
- Regional Rail Operations: Cross-border operations within regions, e.g., SADC group cooperation.
- Inland to Port Rail Operations: Connecting remote locations to import/export ports.
- Land-Bridge Operations: Intermodal rail services linking seaports across land masses.
International Pipeline Transport
- Transportation occurs both overland and under-sea.
- Overland projects link South Africa with Namibia, Lesotho, and Zimbabwe; under-sea connections exist between Scandinavian countries and Europe.
International Sea Transport
- Various ship types used in international sea transport include:
- Bulk carriers (dry-bulk, tankers, OBO vessels)
- Container vessels
- Conventional cargo vessels
- Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) ships
- Combination vessels
- Lighter-Aboard Ships (LASH)
- Livestock carriers.
- Types of carriers involved:
- Liner operators, following set routes and schedules.
- Charter ship operators (tramp-ship operators) who lease vessels for specific shipments.
- Private ship operators, managing their own fleets for ancillary operations.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts in international transport as part of the Supply Chain Management course taught by Prof. C. Hendriks. Students will identify unique factors of international transport and describe the operation of various transport modes. Additionally, it addresses the roles of air carriers and service providers involved in international freight transport.
