Criterion Influence on the Choice of the Transport Connection Type in Organising the Delivery of Goods Under International Integration Conditions

Introduction. The organisation of cargo delivery in various transport connection options requires the identification of the most optimal parameters of transportation by certain transport modes and the development of better transport connections. The systematisation of transport and logistics processes requires a comprehensive solution to the problems of organising the delivery of goods in international multimodal connections. The growing demands of the freight clientele are becoming a key factor in the competition between both carriers and logistics operators to serve more profitable cargo flows. Problem Statement. International integration processes involve interaction between all participants in international cargo delivery, and its reliability depends on the effectiveness of its organisation. Ensuring high-quality transport services for a particular cargo delivery is only possible if the criteria are correctly selected and adequately assessed. Purpose. To determine the criteria of influence on the choice of transport mode in the organisation of cargo delivery, taking into account the factor influence characterising the carrying capacity of each transport mode serving a particular order, as well as the synergy of their interaction.