Category: Supply and transport management

To attain flexibility where the weaknesses of one mode are overcome by strengths of the other. To minimize transportation costs especially over long distances To overcome geographical and physical barriers To break bulk (goods that arrive in containers need to Read More …

They are only suitable for transporting large volumes of commodities It contributes to unemployment since they are capital intensive (usage of machines). Not suitable for bulky goods which are of awkward or irregular shape. They require special handling equipment for Read More …

Containers help to save space because they don’t take as much space as small packers Use of machines for loading and offloading makes this means of transport more convenient The movement of containers in and around the ports is relatively Read More …

Full-container load They are used by one exporter/importer. Less container load They are loaded with goods of different exporters/importers put together since the goods for each exporter may not be enough to fill the container. Mainly used in ship transport. Read More …

A container is any unit used for transporting goods. It involves putting cargo in metal containers which are easily transferred between two transportation modes. They can also be easily lifted since they have hooks. It’s part of unitization and consolidation Read More …

It comprises underground transportation of liquid and gaseous cargo in pipes. The revolution of pipeline has made it very convenient and easy to transport oil, water and milk in some countries at minimum costs. Advantages of Pipeline Transport It is Read More …

It comprises air bound means of transportation like aero plane and helicopters means of transport and therefore its suitable for urgently required light, perishable or highly valuable cargo. Air freight is commonly used in exportation business and plays significant part Read More …

It is one of the oldest modes of transport and its popularity was fueled by the industrial revolution. The first trains were steam powered which were later replaced by diesel powered and more recently electric trains were introduced. Rail transport Read More …

Road Transport It incorporates transport using road bound means like Lorries, trucks, vans, tankers etc. It is suitable for transporting durable, bulk products, door to door deliveries especially where the distances covered are not long. Categories of road transport include: Read More …

MODE – this refers to the way through which goods and services, people move from one place to another e.g. land, air, and water. UNITS OF CARRIAGE – anything by which goods and services are transported e.g. vehicles, aero planes Read More …