Degree
Master of Business Administration
Faculty / School
School of Business Studies (SBS)
Advisor
Dr. Rameez Khalid, Associate Professor, Department of Management
Project Coordinator (External)
M. Aslam Hashmani, Head of Off-Docks & Sr. Marketing Manager, Communications and Business Development
Client
DP World - Pakistan
Committee Member 1
M. Aslam Hashmani
Committee Member 2
Gulzeb Rajput
Project Type
MBA Research Project
Keywords
Greener Rail, Modal Shift, Carbon Footprint, Sustainability, Freight Logistics, Decarbonization, Transportation Efficiency
Abstract / Summary
This study evaluates the efficiency of Pakistan's inland cargo transportation network, focusing on the environmental and logistical benefits of a modal shift from road to rail. Pakistan's freight industry heavily depends on road transport, leading to high greenhouse gas emissions, operational inefficiencies, and infrastructure strain. Through a comprehensive analysis, including comparative carbon footprint studies and stakeholder interviews, the report identifies rail transport as a more sustainable alternative, offering 157.5% greater carbon efficiency than road transport. Key barriers impeding this transition include outdated infrastructure, inadequate governmental policies, limited funding, and resistance from powerful trucking unions. The report proposes actionable recommendations, such as enhancing rail infrastructure, implementing regulatory reforms, and fostering public-private partnerships. By addressing these barriers, Pakistan can modernize its freight network, reduce environmental impact, and align with its Vision 2025 goals for sustainable development.
Recommended Citation
Siddiqui, M. A., Hakam, A., Alnoor, A. S., & Palekar, A. (2024). Efficiency evaluation of the Inland Cargo Transportation Network – a drive for Greener Rail (Unpublished graduate research project). Institute of Business Administration, Pakistan. Retrieved from https://ir.iba.edu.pk/research-projects-mba/337