The simulation modelling of shore-and sea-side port operations constitutes a fundamental
prerequisite for effective project planning in port development, as the influence of numerous …

The analysis of potential operating problems in a port facility is an enduring theoretical and
practical problem. Because of the complexity of the problem, many existing methods have …

Facing an increasingly competitive environment, companies must continually improve the
performance of their production systems to respond to consumer demand which is …

This paper discusses a technique for modelling cargo port activity. It is designed for a
comprehensive evaluation of port efficiency under a given input of cargo traffic. An object …

Energy is a strength and one of the most indispensable resources for maritime transport
activities. There is still a research need on the ship-port interface regarding energy …

Logistics cost is an important factor that affects the competitiveness of nations as well as
firms. High logistics costs and low levels of service are a barrier to trade and foreign direct …

Sea freight transportation involves moving huge amounts of freights among maritime
locations widely spaced by means of container vessels. The time required to serve container …

Technological advances such as cyber physical systems and autonomous vehicles
combined with increased disruptions including the Covid-19 pandemic and coastal natural …

Purpose: While simulation-based optimization has been discussed in theory and practically
employed at container terminals, the different publications in this field have not yet been …

With the continuous growth in the emission requirements and higher riding comfort demand,
the shift quality takes more and more an important role in automated transmission control …