Evaluation of air cargo connectivity and policy in Thailand

• Published in: Transport policy 2018-12, Vol.72, p.24-33
• Main Authors: Suwanwong, Tipavinee, Sopadang, Apichat, Hanaoka, Shinya, Rodbundith, Treephis
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Air cargo connectivity; Air cargo operation; Air cargo policy; Thailand
• ISSN: 0967-070X; 1879-310X
• DOI: 10.1016/j.tranpol.2018.09.005

This study evaluates the air cargo connectivity of Suvarnabhumi airport in Thailand by developing an air cargo connectivity model that includes new air cargo operation deficiency factors. Our model is developed and extended from the NetCargo model and assesses the impact of air cargo operation deficiency of airports/airlines on their air cargo performance. The analysis shows that short-shipped cargo is the result of air cargo operation deficiency and has a big impact on overall air cargo connectivity. The finding presents a big difference between the results from both models. This result shows significant differences in airport strategy and planning policy. The finding suggests that our proposed model is practically suitable for the Asian region. We also discuss policy recommendations, such as the improvement of e-AWB, to improve the ability of air cargo transport in Thailand to prepare and cope with future demand. •We evaluate the air cargo connectivity of Suvarnabhumi airport in Thailand.•Short-shipped cargo is the result of air cargo operation deficiency.•Big difference exists between the results of the NetCargo model and our model.•The result shows significant differences airport strategy and planning policy.•The findings suggest the suitability of our proposed model for the Asian region.