AN EMPIRICAL APPROACH TO ASSESSING THE DEMAND FOR URBAN FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to establish principles and procedures for estimating freight transport demand. A classification of freight transportation is proposed based on specific movement characteristics, with attention focused on its urban component. The objectives of the analysis of demand for freight transportation are determined and an empirical approach to achieving them is proposed. This approach is based on collecting data on the movement of goods. The main variables necessary for the analysis and the requirements for them are deter-mined, focused on the movement of goods and vehicles. Specific problems associated with data collection are addressed