Developing a Framework for Modeling and Categorizing Financial Indicators in Risk Management of Hazardous Materials Transportation

Document Type : Research Paper

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1 Department of Operations Management and Decision Sciences, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran

2 Department of Technology and Innovation Management, Faculty of Management, University of Tehran

Abstract

Title and Objective of the Article:
As industries expand and the need to transport hazardous materials increases, managing the risks associated with these operations has become a crucial concern—not only from a safety standpoint but also in terms of financial and economic impact. Transporting hazardous goods involves costs such as insurance, accident-related damages, legal fines, and environmental liabilities. This paper aims to explore and categorize financial techniques used in modeling risk management for the transportation of hazardous materials, with a particular focus on rail transport.

Research Method:
This research uses a review-analytical approach, analyzing existing literature and classifying studies into four key domains: risk assessment, routing, location planning, and network design. Furthermore, the paper examines the financial models applied in risk management based on previous scholarly contributions, offering a structured understanding of how economic tools are integrated into transportation risk modeling.

Research Findings:
The findings suggest that financial models such as Value at Risk (VaR), cost-effectiveness analysis, and optimal budgeting are effective tools in reducing both direct and indirect costs linked to hazardous material transport. Moreover, integrating real-world data into financial analyses significantly enhances resource allocation and risk-reduction strategies.

Conclusion and Contribution to Knowledge:
This study provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the financial dimensions of risk management in hazardous materials transportation. By combining financial modeling with optimization techniques, decision-making becomes more effective in reducing costs and increasing operational safety. The results offer practical insights for policymakers, industry financial managers, and researchers focused on risk and transport systems.

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Governmental Accounting
Volume 11, Issue 2 - Serial Number 22
September 2025
Pages 89-104

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  • Receive Date: 17 January 2025
  • Revise Date: 22 September 2025
  • Accept Date: 07 July 2025

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