Submitting a scientific publication to a highly-regarded journal is an essential step for any researcher, especially in the rapidly evolving field of transport. Q1 and Q2 journals provide significant visibility and recognition in the professional community. How do I choose the right journal for my transport publication?

1. Define the topic and keywords

First, identify the main keywords and focus of your publication – e.g. transport, logistics, maritime transport, urban mobility, supply chain management, etc. The right keywords will help you to select the most relevant journals in your specialty.

2. Use international databases

The main source of information on journal rankings and quartiles is international databases:

– SCImago Journal & Country Rank (SJR)
 SCImago allows you to filter journals by field, subject and quartile. For Transport select “Engineering” → “Transportation” or related categories.

– Scopus Sources
 Enter keywords (e.g. “transport”, “logistics”, “maritime”) in the Scopus Sources search tool, and select the Q1/Q2 quartiles.

– Journal Citation Reports (JCR)
 JCR allows you to search for journals by Impact Factor and quartile in relevant categories such as “Transportation”, “Engineering, Civil”, etc.

3. Select by quartile and sector

In the selected databases, set the filter to the desired quartile (Q1 or Q2) and specify the subject to see only top-ranked journals in your research field.

4. Check author requirements and journal credibility

Each journal has its own requirements regarding the format and structure of the publication. Read the “For Authors” section on the journal’s website carefully. To check the credibility of a journal and avoid the risks of “predatory” publications, use Think. Check. Submit. checklist.

Examples of Q1/Q2 transport logs

– Transportation Research Part A, B, C, D (Elsevier)

– Transport Policy (Elsevier)

– European Transport Research Review (Springer)

– Maritime Policy & Management (Taylor & Francis)

– Journal of Transport Geography

Always check the current quartile and requirements before submitting!

Additional tips

– Use your university library access to see up-to-date journal lists and rankings.

– Compare journals by peer review time, publication fees, subject relevance and open access.

– If your research is interdisciplinary, consider journals in several related fields.

Publication in a Q1/Q2 journal is not only a sign of prestige, but also an opportunity to significantly expand professional contacts, gain recognition among colleagues and present your research results to the international community. If you need help finding the right journal in transport or any other scientific field, contact us – we’ll help you choose the optimal venue and give you practical advice on how to prepare!