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What concept describes cargoes that would not typically be carried under ideal circumstances but are transported due to cost and capability differentials?
What concept describes cargoes that would not typically be carried under ideal circumstances but are transported due to cost and capability differentials?
Technical improvements in ships and terminals allow for better handling of various types of cargo.
Technical improvements in ships and terminals allow for better handling of various types of cargo.
True
What is the primary measure of maritime traffic?
What is the primary measure of maritime traffic?
Deadweight tons
Maritime freight is typically categorized into two main markets: bulk cargo and _____ cargo, which is packaged.
Maritime freight is typically categorized into two main markets: bulk cargo and _____ cargo, which is packaged.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What is the primary distinction between passenger ferries and cruise ships?
What is the primary distinction between passenger ferries and cruise ships?
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Bulk carriers can only transport dry bulk commodities.
Bulk carriers can only transport dry bulk commodities.
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What has enabled the maritime trade of natural gas?
What has enabled the maritime trade of natural gas?
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The largest tankers, the Ultra-Large Crude Carriers (ULCC), can weigh up to __________ deadweight tons (dwt).
The largest tankers, the Ultra-Large Crude Carriers (ULCC), can weigh up to __________ deadweight tons (dwt).
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Match the following maritime freight types with their characteristics:
Match the following maritime freight types with their characteristics:
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Study Notes
Transport Economics - Introduction
- Transport economics is a branch of economics focused on resource allocation within the transport sector.
- It has strong connections to civil engineering.
- Transport economists are interested in the economic problems surrounding the movement of goods and people.
- They offer policy advice, develop transport strategies (roads, urban transport, railways, aviation and ports), undertake economic assessments of systems and projects, provide advice on the economic and financial impacts of transport projects, policies and initiatives.
- Key issues in transport economics include:
- Microeconomic impacts of individual and firm decisions regarding transport options
- Mesoeconomic impacts on transport industries and specific regions
- Macroeconomic factors such as productivity, globalization of trade, and labor force migration
- Transport is a cost in time and money necessary for most market transactions.
- Efficient transport systems lead to higher quality of life.
Transport Economics - Revisiting Transport Concept
- Transport is more than just moving goods/people; efficiency and effectiveness in movement are key concerns.
- Efficient transport systems lower costs of everyday goods/services and broaden access to labor markets.
Transport Economics - Revisiting Economics Concept
- Economics is the study of scarcity, how people use resources, and respond to incentives.
- Economics examines decision-making in an effort to understand how people/firms make choices given tradeoffs.
- Key topics studied within economics include wealth, finance, historical trends, headlines, and future predictions.
- Economics strives to answer questions like:
- Why are some countries rich and others poor?
- Why do women earn less than men?
- How does data help us understand the world?
- Why do we ignore useful information?
Transport Economics - What is Transport Economics?
- Transport economics studies how societies and economies best use resources, considering tradeoffs in transport system decisions.
- It considers the factors influencing demand, supply, and cost in the transport sector.
- Transport economics examines how transport networks and policies impact the overall economic welfare of regions and countries.
Transport Economics - What Transport Economists Do
- Transport economists investigate the overall impact of transport choices on an economy.
- They examine the relationships between transport decisions and other economic activities, such as manufacturing, production, and consumption.
Transport Economics - Issues Relevant to Transport Economics
- Transport policies often require complicated assessments, accounting for the multiple societal and environmental factors.
Transport Economics - From Supply Chain to Value Chain
- Transport economics is closely linked to supply chain management.
- The value chain encompasses the comprehensive flow of goods from raw material to consumption.
- Transport is essential to each link in the value chain.
Transport Economics - The Economic Characteristics of Transport
- Transport systems require significant capital investment in fixed infrastructure (e.g., roads, rails, airports, ports).
- Demand is related to the volume of goods/people transported.
- Different types of transport (freight or passenger) have unique economic characteristics.
- Demand differs from short-distance to long-distance transportation.
Transport Economics - Brainstorming over Transport Economics during COVID-19
- COVID-19 significantly impacted transport systems globally.
- The pandemic highlighted disruptions to supply chains, impacting transport demand.
- Economists analyzed the economic shifts in transportation methods and policies during the pandemic.
Transport Economics - Lecture 2 Part 1 - Modal Competition and Modal Shift
- Competition between transport modes occurs at various levels, including geographic markets, transport markets, and varying levels of service.
- Modal competition is often impacted by cost, speed, accessibility, frequency, safety, and comfort.
- Modal shifts happen when one transportation method grows in use at the expense of another.
- Shifts are often driven by changing costs or improving convenience/speed.
- Modes can complement each other instead of being mutually exclusive.
Transport Economics - Lecture 2 Part 2 - Road Transportation
- A significant factor driving the development of road infrastructure is the economic rationale.
- Key economic factors driving the success of road transportation include low initial capital costs for vehicles, high flexibility of route choice, and door-to-door service for passengers and goods.
- Issues surrounding road transportation include high maintenance costs, congestion in urban areas, and environmental costs such as CO2 emissions.
- The structure of roads, whether reserved lanes or hours are reserved for certain vehicular use, affects traffic flow.
- Road infrastructure investment decisions often involve a combination of public and private funding.
Transport Economics - Lecture 3 Part 1 - Rail Transportation
- Rail transportation involves the movement of vehicles on established guideways.
- Key characteristics include:
- High initial investment costs.
- High capacity for bulk cargo transport.
- Reliable and consistent schedules.
- Rail transportation plays a key role in many industrializing regions.
Transport Economics - Lecture 3 Part 2 - Maritime Transportation
- Maritime transportation involves moving vehicles over water, from oceans to rivers.
- It is essential to economic development.
- Important characteristics include:
- Essential for long-distance trade.
- High capacity allowing the efficient transport of large volumes.
- The economic advantages in carrying bulk goods.
- Geographic location and trade routes are critical components.
- Two primary methods of shipping are bulk and break-bulk freight.
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Test your knowledge on maritime freight concepts and the different types of cargo transported at sea. This quiz covers various aspects of maritime trade, including bulk and packaged cargo, types of vessels, and advancements in maritime technology. Ideal for students or professionals in the maritime industry.
