Скачать или смотреть Intermodal Transportation Explained | Supply Chain & Logistics Basics

Intermodal transportation is a key concept in modern supply chain and logistics management. In this video, we explain what intermodal transportation is, how it works, and why it is widely used in global logistics and express delivery systems.

Intermodal transportation involves moving goods using two or more modes of transport—such as truck, rail, and air—while keeping the cargo in the same container throughout the journey. This allows logistics companies to balance cost, speed, and accessibility without handling the goods multiple times.

You will learn:

What intermodal transportation means

How containers enable seamless mode transfer

Why rail is cost-effective for long distances

How express delivery firms integrate rail, truck, and air

The role of intermodal terminals in routing and delivery

This video is ideal for students of supply chain management, logistics, operations management, and Lean Six Sigma, as well as professionals looking to strengthen their logistics fundamentals.

00:00 – 00:20 Introduction to Intermodal Transportation
00:20 – 01:00 What is Intermodal & Key Concept of Containers
01:00 – 01:40 Time vs Cost Trade-off in Intermodal Logistics
01:40 – 02:15 Advantages of Intermodal Transportation
02:15 – 02:45 Intermodal in Express Delivery Systems
02:45 – 03:06 Summary & Key Takeaways
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