物流英语课件之运输课件.pptxVIP

Chapter 2 ;Key words and terms ;Introduction;Introduction;Transportation Mode Highlights ; Economical compared with trucking, especially over long distances (cost-effective) Can be rapid, especially over long distances Good for large volume Hauls mainly coal, grain, fertilizer, mineral, lumber, autos, containers;Disadvantages; Allows rapid movement of goods over short distance Allows “just in time” deliveries Direct, flexible, can go anywhere roads are A door to door service Uses existing roadway infrastructure Trucking for goods movement, auto for passenger;Disadvantages;Ai