eScholarship provides open access, scholarly publishing services to the University of California and delivers a dynamic research platform to scholars worldwide. University of California Transportation Center University of California Title: Trucking Industry Perceptions of Congestion Problems and Potential Solutions in Maritime Intermodal Operations in California Author: Golob, Thomas F. , University of California Transportation Center Regan, Amelia C. , University of California Transportation Center Publication Date: 06-01-1999 Series: Earlier Faculty Research Publication Info: Earlier Faculty Research, University of California Transportation Center, UC Berkeley Permalink: http://escholarship.org/uc/item/2f0692sv Keywords: Intermodal Freight Transportation, Port Operations, Freight Mobility, Commercial Vehicle Operations, Policy Analysis Abstract: Efficient maritime transportation is heavily dependent on the smooth operation of land transportation. Swift modal transfers are key to successful intermodal operations. In this paper we examine the efficiency of maritime intermodal transfer facilities in California, from the point of view of the trucking companies that use these facilities. We also examine the perceived effects of traffic network congestion on intermodal carriers' operations. Conclusions are based on a recent survey of nearly 1200 private and for- hire carriers operating in California. Over 450 of the companies surveyed had operations involving maritime ports in California. These provided a rich sample of responses and significant insights into the current state of the industry.