1. Railway transport
1.1. Rail transport is a cost-effective an efficient way to move goods. It offers the following advantages: fast rail network throughout Europe. It is environmentally friendly compared with other transport systems.
1.1.1. Risks
1.1.1.1. Routes and timetables available can be inflexible, especially in remote regions.
1.1.1.2. Can be more expensive than road transport.
1.1.1.3. Mechanical failure or industrial action can disrupt services.
1.1.1.4. furteher transportation may be needed from a rail depot to the final destination, increasing costs and affecting delivery schedules.
2. Marine transport
2.1. Possibility to ship large volumes at low costs.
2.2. Shipping containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail.
2.2.1. Risks
2.2.1.1. Shipping by sea can be slower than other transport systems and bad weather can add further delays.
2.2.1.2. Routes and timetables are usually inflexible.
2.2.1.3. Trancking th goods' progress is dificult.
2.2.1.4. Port duties and taxes.
2.2.1.5. Further transportation overland might b needed to reach teh final destination.
2.2.1.6. Basic freight rates are subjct to fuel and currency surcharges.
3. Air transport
3.1. Deliver items quickly over long distances.
3.2. Give high levels of segurity for sensitive items.
3.2.1. Risk
3.2.1.1. Air transport can involve higher costs that other options, and is not suitable for all goods.
3.2.1.2. Flights are subject to delay or cancellation.
3.2.1.3. There are taxes to be paid in each airport.
3.2.1.4. Fuel and currency surcharges will usually be added to freight costs.00
3.2.1.5. Further transportation may be needed from the airport to the final destination.
3.3. Be used for a wide range of good
4. Road transport
4.1. Low cost
4.2. extensive road networks.
4.3. Possibility to schedule transport and tracking the location of goods.
4.3.1. Risks
4.3.1.1. Long distances overland can take more time.
4.3.1.2. There can be traffic delays and breakdowns.
4.3.1.3. There is the risk of goods being damaged, especially over long distances.
4.3.1.4. Toll changes are high in some countries.
4.3.1.5. It's possible to choose own vehicles, or carriers. Operating with own vehicles, needs to consider licenses, fuel costs, regulations, driver training and taxes.