The truck driver shortage and intermodel transportation

Abstract

The truck driver shortage has been increasing since the mid 2000's. Unfortunately, the driver shortage is not expected to improve unless solutions are implemented. The truck driver shortage has created a lack of over-the-road truck drivers and made it hard for companies to move goods long-distance. Intermodal transportation, or the use of multiple modes of transportation, has been a proposed solution for the current truck driver shortage. This thesis proposes a solution for the shortage, focusing on intermodal transportation and its ability to provide an alternative to long haul over-the-road trucking.