Intermodal Terminal

What is the primary function of an intermodal terminal?

• To handle air cargo exclusively
• To transfer cargo between different modes of transportation
• To manufacture goods
• To store goods indefinitely

Which of the following best describes a satellite terminal?

• A terminal designed to handle only maritime cargo
• A facility located at a distance from the main terminal to handle specific cargo types

• A large facility for processing air freight exclusively
• A rail yard that handles all types of rail freight

What distinguishes a wide-span crane from a rubber-tired gantry (RTG) crane?

• Wide-span cranes are used exclusively for rail loading and unloading.
• RTG cranes are more flexible and can operate on a larger number of tracks simultaneously.
• Wide-span cranes can operate over multiple tracks simultaneously, while RTGs operate over one track at a time.
• RTG cranes are mounted on rail tracks, while wide-span cranes are mobile.

What is a common characteristic of a barge terminal?

• It handles only air cargo.
• It serves as a point for transferring cargo between ships and barges.
• It is located on land far from waterways.
• It exclusively deals with containerized cargo.

What does the term "transloading" refer to?

• The process of shipping goods by air.
• Transferring cargo from one type of transportation to another, such as truck to rail.
• Packing goods into containers for international shipping.
• The movement of cargo within a single transportation mode.

Which type of alternative airport is primarily used due to lower airfare or better connections not available at the main airport?

• Regional alternative airport
• International alternative airport
• Cross-border alternative airport
• Satellite airport

In the context of intermodal terminals, what does "vertical passenger flow" refer to?

• Movement of passengers between different transportation modes within a terminal.
• Movement of passengers between different floors or levels of a terminal.
• Movement of passengers from the terminal to the aircraft.
• Movement of passengers within the city connected to the terminal.

What is the main advantage of integrating rail systems with airport development?

• It increases the distance passengers must travel to reach the airport.
• It improves connectivity and reduces commuting times between the airport and the urban core.
• It reduces the need for air cargo services.
• It makes the airport less accessible.

What is a key feature of a direct transshipment process?

• Cargo is transferred directly between two ships without any other handling.
• Cargo is transferred between modes of transport with no intermediate handling.
• Cargo is handled multiple times before reaching its destination.
• Cargo is consolidated into larger shipments before transfer.

What role does a classification yard play in rail transportation?

• It serves as a storage area for empty containers.
• It is used for assembling and breaking down freight trains.
• It handles only passenger trains.
• It is a facility for maintaining rail tracks.