Author: Aleksandr V. Silantiev, Cand. Sc. (Econ.), Associate Prof. of Logistics and Commerce Dept., Baikal State University of Economics and Law

Abstract: The article provides the general classification of transport­logistics systems. The theoretical analysis of the main approaches to organisation of transport­logistics systems is carried out in accordance with the author’s classification. The author identifies the typical characteristics of transport­logistics systems, in particular, their diversity and availability of dominating type of transport that influence their functioning. The author formulates a number of conclusions on possibility of applying organisation approaches to various transport­logistics systems and discusses the role of the state in these systems.

Keywords: Transport logistics, transport-logistics system, classification of transport-logistics system, administration of transport-logistics system