Conference Papers 2024

Seminar
Day 3 (20 Sep 2024), Session 11, Mode choice, 15:30 - 17:00

Status
Accepted, documents submitted

Submitted by / Abstract owner
Jan Kiel

Authors
Jan Kiel, Panteia (presenter)
Michiel de Bok, Significance
Jeroen Muller, Significance
Martin Kraan, Ecorys
Monique van den Berg, Rijkswaterstaat
Joel van der Beek, Rijkswaterstaat

Short abstract
Inventory of including pipeline transport into the national freight model.

Abstract
This paper presents an in-depth exploration of integrating pipeline transport into the Dutch national freight model, BasGoed.

The paper starts with a detailed examination of the role of pipeline transport within the Netherlands' freight transport sector. This investigation aims to establish a base for the inclusion of pipeline transport in the national freight model, thus enriching the existing modelling framework. This approach is innovative in that it recognizes the often-underestimated significance of pipeline transport in the broader context of freight logistics and supply chain management.

The paper provides a review of the current state of freight transport in the Netherlands. This review covers a wide range of transport modes including maritime, road, rail, inland shipping, and pipelines. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of pipeline transport by placing it within the context of these more traditional modes. It offers insights into how pipeline transport has evolved over time and its current state in the Dutch freight transport system.

Following this overview, the paper proceeds with a focused examination of pipeline transport. This section starts by exploring the current utilisation of pipelines, looking into the operational scope, existing infrastructure, and the variety of goods currently transported via pipelines. An overview is given of the types of goods that are typically transported through pipelines, such as liquids and gases. This part of the paper is important as it provides a deeper insight into the role of pipelines within the wider freight transport landscape. The inclusion of a SWOT analysis offers a structured approach to evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with pipeline transport. This analysis is instrumental in identifying areas for improvement and potential growth within the pipeline sector.

The paper then presents the conceptual design and technical implementation of a module for pipeline transport into BasGoed. The considerations behind the functional architecture and the final functional design is described in detail. Modelling challenges include limited data availability, predicting potential modal shift from other transport modes, and potential new transport demand from energy transition (hydrogen, CO2). Scenario modules are developed to ensure that the model accurately reflects the complexities of such developments on pipeline transport demand. Such modules calculate the potential for a modal shift from traditional transport modes to pipelines, considering factors like cost, efficiency, and the current and future state of infrastructure. Next, the technical integration is described, addressing the technical aspects of data integration, the measures to ensure data accuracy and consistency. The paper discusses how the integration of pipeline transport could lead to a more comprehensive and accurate representation of freight transport within the Netherlands, thereby enhancing the overall effectiveness and reliability of the BasGoed model.

The paper addresses the inclusion of pipeline transport as a new component of the national freight transport model. This addition not only enriches the general understanding of freight transport, but also increases knowledge regarding pipeline transport. By broadening the scope of the national freight transport model to include pipelines, the paper contributes meaningfully to the advancement and innovation of freight transport modelling, offering a more holistic and forward-looking view of freight transport in the Netherlands.

Programme committee
Freight and Logistics

Topic
Mode-specific and inter-modal aspects