Urban Transportation and Logistics

Taylor & Francis

Although society has become increasingly dependent on the timely operation of logistics systems, we still face many problems regarding efficiency, the environment, energy consumption, and safety in urban transport and logistics\u2014under normal cases and in disasters. As such, understanding how to address these challenges has become essential for creating better urban planning and policy implementation. \n\nPresenting the best practices of leading experts from around the world, Urban Transportation and Logistics: Health, Safety, and Security Concerns provides cutting-edge concepts and a vision for urban transport and logistics relating to human security. Its comprehensive coverage supplies the foundation for examining transport and logistics systems in urban areas from the viewpoint of safety and security considerations on human life. Topics covered include:\n\n--Hazardous material transport \n--Healthy transport \n--Road safety \n--Network design for freight transport and supply ch.