Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: Urban freight is a growing challenge for cities. Some local administrations have decided to be part of the solution and analyze possible measures to lighten the negative effects that come with this essential economic activity. Inside STRAIGHTSOL project,...
Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: A key element to enhance urban distribution is the adequate management of parking space, particularly for loading and unloading operations. An in-advance booking system able to be adjusted to users needs can be a very useful tool for city councils. Such a...
Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: The choice of horizontal handling transport in automated container terminals is not fully consistent in comparison with the automation of stacking cranes at the storage yard. Often the decision of automated system that connects the berth with the yard area...
Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: Even though consumers’ service quality perception is broadly known to influence consumption behavior in many economic sectors, road infrastructure services have for a long time left aside its relevance. In order to analyze how perceived service quality of a...
Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: The tragic events of 2001/9/11 threw the United States into a state of anti-terrorism war. From that moment onwards multiple acts, laws and regulations have been approved not only in the US but worldwide aiming to regulate the security in the border...
Jul 13, 2018 | Papers
Abstract: The taxi sector presents many challenges to adequately serve the demand while maximising efficiency and profitability and minimising externalities. Many authors have dealt with the ‘taxi industry’ by modelling and forecasting its activity, usually using...
