Support activities for transportation

ISIC v4.0 Code: 522

About support activities for transportation

isic code 522, 'Support activities for transportation', encompasses a wide range of services that facilitate the movement of goods and people across various modes of transportation. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, enabling efficient logistics and supply chain operations. From cargo handling and storage to transportation scheduling and coordination, the activities within this code are essential for the smooth flow of international trade and domestic commerce.

Production process

The main production techniques in this industry involve the coordination and management of transportation-related services. This includes the operation of cargo handling equipment, such as cranes and forklifts, for loading and unloading goods. Additionally, transportation scheduling and route planning are key techniques used to optimize the movement of freight and passengers. Warehousing and storage facilities are also an integral part of the production process, ensuring the safe and secure storage of goods before and after transportation.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the support activities for transportation industry include specialized equipment and machinery, such as cargo handling equipment, transportation management software, and communication systems. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce, including logistics coordinators, cargo handlers, and transportation schedulers. The availability of transportation infrastructure, such as ports, airports, and rail networks, is also a crucial input for the effective delivery of these support services.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the support activities for transportation industry are the various services that facilitate the movement of goods and people. These include 491 Land transport and transport via pipelines, 501 Water transport, and 511 Air transport. The services provided by this industry enable the efficient and timely delivery of products and the transportation of passengers, contributing to the overall productivity and competitiveness of the economy.

Family tree for support activities for transportation

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H'>H: Transportation and storage</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/52'>52: Warehousing and support activities for transportation</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/522'>522: Support activities for transportation</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/521'>521: Warehousing and storage</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/5221'>5221: Service activities incidental to land transportation</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/5222'>5222: Service activities incidental to water transportation</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/5223'>5223: Service activities incidental to air transportation</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/5224'>5224: Cargo handling</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/H/5229'>5229: Other transportation support activities</a>"]


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