Planning for Transportation Modes in Developing Nations

Planning for Transportation Modes in Developing Nations

Write at least 1500 words for the following: As the leader of the planning team, discuss with the planning team members the types of resources that are available for each transportation mode. They will need to know the characteristics of each of these types of resources. You will include information about the size, capacity, rate of speed, and water draft, if appropriate. Additionally, provide the type of resources that can be expected to be found at the terminals for each of the modes. Possible limitations that could be found at the intermodal connection points will be included. A differentiation of the expected resources from the mode entry or exit point in the continental United States (CONUS) and the entry or exit point in the overseas theatre of operations should also be discussed.

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An efficient public transportation system is one of the main drivers of the economy of any nations whether developed or developing. It enhances the movement of goods and services from their production points to markets with consumers that have moved from different locations through various modes. Aside from the economic importance of a well-planned transportation network, there are social and cultural developmental benefits that are derivable to its users. Unfortunately, developing countries, unlike their developed counterparts, are characterized with high-density urban cities that not only lack a good transportation infrastructure but resources to support the operational efficiency of these systems. A common feature of this public utility is bad roads, inadequate parking facilities that lead to congestion, indiscipline users, and improper….

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