Opportunity of RFID using for intermodal transport in security of goods

摘要

Intermodal transport is a topical and important problem in Europe. Although huge of goods is transported by road, there is increased demand for freight transport. A combination of transport modes using universal containers is one of the solutions proposed: this is known as intermodal transport. The paper deals with the importance of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology for the development of intermodal transport and it answers some of the crucial questions regarding its application. Also paper is focused on goods security and how the RFID technology could prevent some of the risks.