RESEARCH ANALYSIS OF FACTORS AFFECTING TRANSPORTATION OF COAL BY RAIL AND SLURRY PIPELINE. VOLUME II. APPENDIX

This study evaluates the factors affecting, or affected by, alternative modes of coal transport from a broad policy viewpoint, taking account of the potential overall direct and indirect effects of movement by specialized carrier (pipelines) in place of a common carrier (railroads). Each transport means is first treated individually with relevant information on slurry pipelines and unit trains being presented for reference without regard to competitive systems. Thinking of others is then drawn together to present a comparative picture. Finally an analysis presents the conclusions of the authors. Recommendations for future study of unresolved issues are given. Conclusions involving direct costs and socio-economic effects are made.