State the merits of pipeline transport.

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Answer 1

Merits of Pipeline Transport:
$1$ . Pipeline can be laid through difficult terrain as well as under water.
$2$ . Initial cost of laying pipeline is high but subsequent cost for maintenance and operation is low.
$3$ . It ensures steady supply and minimizes transshipment losses and delays.
$4$ . Pipeline operations involves very low consumption of energy.

Answer 2

Merits of Pipeline Transport:

1

. Pipeline can be laid through difficult terrain as well as under water.

2

. Initial cost of laying pipeline is high but subsequent cost for maintenance and operation is low.

3

. It ensures steady supply and minimizes transshipment losses and delays.

4

. Pipeline operations involves very low consumption of energy.