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Multi-modal sustainable transport and transit solutions: connecting rail, maritime, road and air
Sunday, 27 November 2016
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hall 2

Parallel thematic discussions

Biographies
Integrated multi-modal transport and transit systems that optimize the comparative advantages of each mode of transport are crucial in order to achieve sustainable transport of passengers and freight within and between countries. Road, rail, maritime, ferry and air transport, as well as non-motorized transport such as walking and cycling, need to be taken into account and emphasis should be placed on low-carbon-based energy modes of transport and an increased reliance on public transport systems. Sustainable multimodal transport and transit systems can provide an array of options for passenger and freight transport and successfully connect citizens and countries while supporting economic growth, social development and global trade. Transporting goods across national borders and over “the last mile” to their final destination in a safe, efficient and effective way is an ongoing challenge. Solutions will require collaboration between governments and across modes, and regional initiatives will be important to harmonize legal and policy frameworks.
Biographies
Mr. D. Zh. Iskakov
President, KTZ Express Multimodal Company
Mr. D. Zh. Iskakov

President, KTZ Express Multimodal Company

Mr. Donat M. Bagula
Executive Secretary Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority
Mr. Donat M. Bagula

Executive Secretary Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority

Mr. Igor Rounov
Under Secretary General of International Road Transport Union (IRU)
Mr. Igor Rounov

Under Secretary General of International Road Transport Union (IRU)

Mr. Menno Menist
Director of International Transport and Mobility, Panteia
Mr. Menno Menist

Director of International Transport and Mobility, Panteia

Mr. Pablo Ortiz
Director of International Relations of the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile
Mr. Pablo Ortiz

Director of International Relations of the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile

Ms. Frida Youssef
Chief Transport Section, Trade and Logistics Branch, Division on Technology and Logistics, UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Ms. Frida Youssef

Chief Transport Section, Trade and Logistics Branch, Division on Technology and Logistics, UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)

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