Essays and Research Papers on The Freight Industry

A 4 page discussion of airport expansion and development in Europe. Europe is experiencing a constant growth in demand for air transport. The obvious implications of this growth is the expansion of existing air services and facilities. As a consequence existing airports are being expanded and new greenfield airports constructed. Both ...

A 15 page paper discussing the maglev train. The first section of the paper discusses a bit of the history of trains in order to provide better understanding of the trains of the present day as well as the future. Following that is a brief section discussing the particular mechanics of the generic maglev train. Individual ...

A 15 page paper discussing the maglev train. The first section of the paper discusses a bit of the history of trains in order to provide better understanding of the trains of the present day as well as the future. Following that is a brief section discussing the particular mechanics of the generic maglev train. Individual ...

This 5 page paper discusses truck driving laws in the United States. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9-page paper that examines the problem of excessive vehicular speed and outlines possible solutions to this problem. Included is a discussion of how law enforcement officials tend to downplay the importance of excessive speed when not combined with alcohol or drugs and when not resulting in a major accident as well as the ...

A 7 page paper detailing the true economic costs of our nation's dependence on the automobile. Outlines alternatives to commuting such as telecommuting, bicycling, and mass transit. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page research paper which examines how the use of railroads changed how the U.S. military conducted warfare strategy. The writer particularly relates to what has been called the 'first all-out war' fought by Americans-the Civil War. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 2 page essay on "the Chunnel"-- a lengthy high-speed European railline designed to run from England to France and subsequently many other countries. No Bibliography.

25 pages in length. An in-depth evaluation of Air Express International (AEI)-- the world's leading logistics company and freight forwarder. AEI's services, finances, and marketing stratagem are analyzed as are its growth and stockholder issues. Paper provides an excellent case study. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

30 pages in length. Another in-depth analysis of Air Express International; This one dealing more with the company's new technologies, mergers, acquisitions, and international expansion. The paper concentrates much less on financial statistics when compared with AEI Case # 1 though. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 24 page paper that looks at the English Channel Tunnel Project as a major engineering and construction project and considers the elements that impacted its completion and the systems that supported its success. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

In this 10 page research paper, the writer explores one of Boston's oldest subway lines. Specifically examined are the social and economic issues concerning its maintenance. Central to this discussion is an analysis of whether or not the Green Line Subway should continue to be operated in today's modern Boston. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 5 page research paper examines the importance of the steam engine to modern society. Specifically discussed is the steam engine's cultural and social impact and how this invention led to many other technological advances. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper provides an analysis of one Queens subway station in terms of safety. The subject of crime in the NYC transit system is discussed in a general sense as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 32 page paper looks at the shipping industry, considering the way supply and demand effect the supply of new ships and the cost of scraping older ships at the end of their useful life. The paper looks at the economic cost, but focuses on the environment costs of scraping ship or the alternatives available. ...

This 14 page report style paper considers a fictitious company which ships good from the Far East to the United Kingdom. The return journeys have not been profitable and they are now considering adopting a route travelling back to the east by way of the Americas. This paper examines five ports that may be suitable ...

4 pages in length. Even though ride sharing and car pooling can save people money in transportation costs, they are simply not popular options in today's modern society. Why is this? There are many reasons and while some of the reasons are obvious, some of the other reasons might surprise you. Bibliography lists four sources.

As the problem of traffic congestion excellerates, the need to find solutions becomes more demanding. This 7 page paper provides background information on the theories being considered and posits a model for a study of traffic patterns in relation to employment. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses the planning, building, completion, opening, and repairs of the Mackinac Bridge in Michigan. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing the effectiveness of the rescue of survivors of this spectacular 1985 crash. Windshear associated with a Dallas thunderstorm resulted in a "double crash" of the Lockheed L-1011 that left only 27 survivors of the more than 150 on board. Survivors were largely left to their own devices in extricating themselves from the ...

This 5 page paper looks at two New York City tunnels that allow vehicles to travel under the Hudson to reach New Jersey. Details about construction, current usage and improvements are discussed along with the physical properties of the structures. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the Lincoln Tunnel in New York City and the European Chunnel. Details about construction, current usage and improvements are discussed along with the physical properties of the structures. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 11 page paper looks at the liner and tramp shipping markets and compares the way in which they have developed in terms of supply and demand over the last twenty years. The paper contains three tables and three graphs using accurate figures to illustrate the point raised. The bibliography cites 15 sources.

This 6 page paper highlights the problems brought on by the construction of a tunnel to link France and Britain. Safety concerns are highlighted and financial problems are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 16 page paper considers the role that the channel tunnel has played in the fright industry. The paper considers whether the tunnel has encouraged trade between Europe and the United Kingdom, the role it has played in freight transport in general, and the way in which it works, the problems it faces and the ...