, indicating that their relationship is mutually dependent and interactive. Moreover, the growth of a port positively influences … research can help map the scientific knowledge related to various metrics of port-hinterland connectivity, outline relevant … potential research paths in the context of inland terminal integration into the port system. …

In order to make clear the positioning of the port logistics competitiveness of Qingdao Port among the major coastal … port logistics competitiveness, this paper uses the factor analysis method and fuzzy equivalence relationship clustering … differences in the competitiveness of port logistics, and find the weaknesses of Qingdao Port in the strength of the port …

Background: The efficiency and competitiveness of port supply chain entities are two critical concerns for maritime …

processes in port logistics and unfolding functionalities of blockchain in lowering the transaction cost. This paper contributes …This paper presents the value proposition of blockchain for Port Community Systems (PCS) by dissecting the business … controlling agent. Bridging between two research domains of Information Technology and Logistics, this paper proposes the …

products to a land port, serving as the logistics hub of Thailand's Nakhon Ratchasima province. Methods: The adaptive large …) Selection and (6) repeat the (2) to (5) steps until the termination condition is met. The MDEALNS algorithm designed a logistics … port. Results: The computational results show that MDEALNS method can reduced the distance and the fuel cost and …

The ongoing issues in global supply chain disruptions have raised many concerns of port productivity, among which port … capabilities of port information systems to deliver smarter decision-making processes in ports through a decision support system …. To this end, we developed a library of multiple smart models for the optimization of port operations, independently …

Background: To improve port productivity, safety, and sustainability, the use of information and communication … technology is being promoted as a smart port. The utilization of a terminal operation system (TOS) is important for advanced port … port management system in Japan. Results: Japanese TOSs are characterized by a lack of automated functions, such as ship …

Background: Centuries after its introduction in Africa, the western-style logistics system has not replicated the same … results as it has in other parts of the world. The continent continues to grapple with poor logistics infrastructure and low …, for the development of a logistics system designed for the African socioeconomic environment and the peculiarities of the …

services (3PL) in managing logistics, reducing operational and non-operational costs, and managing customer and supplier …