Potential for Reefer Container Rail Transport in Korea: A Qualitative and Quantitative Approach

Key Points

• This research aims to analyze the inland transport distribution and demand for reefer containers in Korea quantitatively for the first time.
• Conducted expert interviews to gather insights on reefer container logistics.
• Estimated inland travel distribution using a four-step traffic demand model.
• Analyzed potential rail transport demand targeting the Busan-Seoul corridor.
• Estimated rail transport demand between 7,366 and 19,308 TEU for the Busan-Seoul route.
• Identified significant constraints including increased transport time and temperature instability due to transloading.
• Highlighted the need for integrated logistics facilities to minimize transloading and shuttle transport costs.

Abstract