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Modern society is characterized by high mobility. Moreover globalization of trade stimulates growth of the international freight of goods between continents and countries. Changes in commerce and personal travel patterns have increased the importance of a reliable, efficient and environmental friendly transport system. The aim of this chapter is to provide the review of current issues in European Transport Policy. The emphasis is placed on the development of the sustainable transport system. Authors identify main barriers for the sustainability of transport operations. Authors describe main challenges for development of sustainable transport system, which are identified in the new 2011 White Paper on Transport Policy.
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Golinska, P., Hajdul, M. (2012). European Union Policy for Sustainable Transport System: Challenges and Limitations. In: Golinska, P., Hajdul, M. (eds) Sustainable Transport. EcoProduction. Environmental Issues in Logistics and Manufacturing. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-23550-4_1
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