Perspektywy rozwoju podziemnego transportu towarowego

Increasing urbanization, lifestyle changes, decentralization of business activity and growing use of private vehicles (in conjunction with the failure of public transport) raises a number of negative phenomena, particularly in the urban areas. One of the most promising fields which seem to prevent this disasters is the introduction of underground freight transport, allowing the transport of goods (both to the city and from the city) by a system of tunnels and pipelines. The author browses solutions for underground urban transport, both implemented and planned. The article includes R & D centers engaged in the development of underground transport technology. Based on literature review and analysis the author assesses the prospects for the development of underground freight transport with particular emphasis on urban areas.