Synopsis: |
One of the main features of economic development in the last decade of the 20th century has been the globalization of markets, which brought with it increased demand for the unhindered movement of people, goods and services. The overall competitiveness in a global economy is impaired when transport services are inadequate, with the poorer, peripheral regions often paying the highest penalties. This publication documents the results of an implementation study for Northern Europe to the Persian Gulf. It has seven chapters focusing on: possible transport routes between northern Europe and the Persian Gulf, technical requirements, operational requirements, commercial requirements, facilitation of cross-border movements of cargo and finally conclusions and recommendations. |