1.2 Flashcards
Time-space convergence
The process of relative distances becoming smaller.
Transportation technology
All the tools and machines that are used in the movement of people and goods.
Containeristation
A system of standardised transport, in which containers with a standard size are used to transport goods.
Intermodal transportation
Transportation with the use of more than one mode of transport.
Information and communication technology (ICT)
All the tools and machines that are used in the exchange of information.
Trade barrier
A restriction by a government that limits international trade.
Free trade
International trade that can occur without any barriers.
Mainports
Key terminals in the flow of goods to and from different parts of the wold.
Hinterland
The area of land that a mainport serves.
