Modes of transport, choosing the right mode, and containerisation.
Transport moves goods and people, linking producers, sellers and consumers.
Modes of transport
| Mode | Best for | |---|---| | Road | flexible, door-to-door, short/medium distances | | Rail | heavy bulky goods over land, long distance | | Sea | heavy/bulky goods internationally; cheap but slow | | Air | urgent, valuable or perishable goods; fast but expensive | | Pipeline | liquids and gases (oil, water) |
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