Modelling Freight Transport

List of Contributors

1. Introduction

1.1 Background and Objectives

1.2 Conceptual Framework for Freight Decisions

1.3 Freight Models – Theoretical Perspective of the Book

1.4 Freight Models – Practical Perspectives Addressed

1.5 Organisation of This Volume

References

2. Modelling Inter-Regional Freight Demand with Input–Output, Gravity and SCGE Methodologies

2.1 Introduction

2.2 State-of-the-Art in of Inter-Regional Freight Demand Modelling

2.3 Forecasting Inter-Regional Trade Using Gravity

2.4 Multi-Regional I/O Framework

2.5 Spatial General Equilibrium Models and NEG Effects

2.6 Conclusions and Ideas for Further Research

References

Suggestions for Further Reading

3. Freight Generation and Freight Trip Generation Models

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Literature Review

3.3 Logistical Interpretation of FG/FTG

3.4 Factors to Take into Account when Estimating or Applying FG and FTG

3.5 Case Study: FTG in the New York City Metropolitan Area

3.6 Conclusion

References

4. Distribution Structures

4.1 Introduction

4.2 The Micro Level

4.3 From Micro to Macro Level

4.4 Conclusion

References

5. Inventory Theory and Freight Transport Modelling

5.1 Inventory Theory

5.2 Microeconomics of Logistics and Freight Transport

5.3 Databases

5.4 The Econometrics of Freight Mode Choice and Shipment Size

5.5 Perspectives for Simulation

References

6. Mode Choice Models

6.1 Introduction

6.2 The Disaggregate Mode Choice Theory

6.3 Practical Examples

References

7. Vehicle-Trip Estimation Models

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Estimation of Loaded Trips

7.3 Estimation of Empty Trips

7.4 Concluding Remarks

References

8. Urban Freight Models

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Push Models of Urban Freight

8.3 Pull Models for Urban Freight

8.4 Emerging Modelling Approaches

8.5 Conclusions

Acknowledgements

References

9. Freight Service Valuation and Elasticities

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Freight Service Valuation

9.3 Freight Transport Elasticities

References

10. Data Availability and Model Form

10.1 Introduction

10.2 Overview of Different Data Sources for Freight Transport Modelling

10.3 Which Data Sources Can Be Used in Which Type of Model?

10.4 Discussion on Data Availability and Model Form

10.5 Dealing with Data Limitations Through Estimation

10.6 Concluding Remarks

References

11. Comprehensive Versus Simplified Models

11.1 Introduction

11.2 High- and Low-Resolution Models

11.3 Model Objectives and Policy Questions and Their Impact on Model Form

11.4 Approaches for Simplification

11.5 Concluding Remarks on Comprehensive Versus Simplified Models

References