Integration of logistical nodes in the transport demand modeling of freight transport

Background

Since logistical nodes and their specific traffic volumes have so far been insufficiently considered in the transport demand modeling of freight transport, the focus of the DFG research project is on the integrated consideration of logistical nodes (e.g. regional warehouses, combined transport terminals, freight forwarding locations) and the typological derivation of characteristic values for the development of freight transport genesis.

Approach

By evaluating existing data sources and specially collected data, specific key figures on the genesis of goods flows and customer relationships, on network integration and on transport and trip volumes are made available in the sense of the desired typology. The analysis is carried out using selected multivariate/static methods. Building on this, a transport demand theory is developed for the first time that integrates logistics nodes with their specific source and destination traffic volumes into demand models as acting systems that determine demand. For this purpose, a practical link is established between the developed demand theory and the typological and empirical preliminary work of the project. These results will be implemented in the software SIMON-W (Simulation and Modeling of Commercial Transport) of the DLR Institute of Transport Research.

Intended results

The knowledge gained from this project will mainly be used by stakeholders from transport planning and transport policy, who will use the generated database and the developed model for forecasts and specific transport planning projects to improve the transport infrastructure.

Contact: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Uwe Clausen

Funding and partners