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A study on fuzzy-AHP analysis for carbon neutrality in container terminals in Korea

Kim, Hyun-Woo; Choi, Yong Seok; Lee, Jae Eun - 2025

The purpose of this study was to investigate the relative importance of determinants that should be considered first in order for container terminals to realize carbon neutrality and become an eco-friendly port. Three upper determinants and 12 lower determinants were derived through the...

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Container traffic in the Colombian Caribbean : a competitiveness analysis of The Port of Santa Marta through a technical-economic combination framework

Pabón Noguera, Adriana del Socorro; Cerbán Jiménez, … - 2025

Background: The Port of Santa Marta, located on Colombia's northern Caribbean coast, plays a vital role in the country's maritime trade, particularly in the export of agricultural and perishable goods. This raises the question: how competitive is Santa Marta's container terminal compared to...

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The impact of a new container port on the greenhouse gas pollution

Bogataj, David; Campuzano Bolarín, Francisco; Moreno … - 2024

Background Large vessels that call at European ports will have to pay for their CO2 emissions from transporting cargo that enters or goes from a European port since January 2024. The costs will increase with increasing global trade. This results in a higher pollution level, including greenhouse...

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Comparative analysis of train departure strategies in a container shipment

Giulianetti, Alessia; Gotelli, Marco; Sciomachen, Anna - 2024

Background: We focus on the inland rail forwarding of import containers from a marine terminal. Specifically, we present a discrete-event simulation study related to container-loading operations by train, evaluating different train departure policies within a predetermined schedule based on the...

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Assessing the impact of digital transformation on port efficiency and market positioning in Southeast Asia container port system

Phong Nha Nguyen; Pham Thi Yen - 2026

This study investigates how digital transformation influences the performance and competitiveness of container ports in Southeast Asia. A Digital Transformation Index was developed to measure the digital maturity of ten major ports across four dimensions: smart infrastructure, integration,...

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Examining container terminal efficiency with diverse data sources : vessel, truck, and container turnaround times in japanese terminals

Shiraishi, Daigo; Zhang, Wenru; Shibasaki, Ryuichi; … - 2026

Background: Improving container terminal efficiency requires a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between vessel, truck, and container operations, yet existing studies often analyzed these components separately. In Japanese container terminals, where digitalization initiatives are...

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Harnessing AI to unlock logistics and port efficiency in the Sultanate of Oman

Alemu, Abebe Ejigu; Alhabsi, Amer H.; Kiran, Faiza; … - 2026

The global maritime and logistics sectors are undergoing rapid digital transformation driven by emerging technologies such as automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain. Artificial Intelligence (AI), with its ability to analyze complex datasets, predict operational patterns, and...

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Integrated port governance and digitalization system : a model for boosting port logistics performance

Sirajuddin; Januarsi, Yeni; Irman, Ade - 2026

This study investigates the effect of integrated governance and digitalization on port logistics performance through Port Digitalization Infrastructure and system, Competent and Certified Port Workers, Integrated Shipping and Trucking, Customer-Oriented Port Services, and Port Environment,...

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A study on fuzzy-AHP analysis for carbon neutrality in container terminals in Korea

Kim, Hyun-Woo; Choi, Yong Seok; Lee, Jae Eun - 2025

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Smart charging with demand response and energy peak shaving for reefer containers with Internet-of-Things

Tang, Guolei; Zhao, Zhuoyao; Schulte, Frederik; Iris, … - 2025

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Green strategies in ports : a stakeholder management perspective

Satta, Giovanni; Vitellaro, Francesco; Njikatoufon, … - 2025

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The ambidextrous role of inland terminals in enhancing port-hinterland connectivity

Rožić, Tomislav; Božić, Diana; Bajor, Ivona; … - 2025

Background: The operational roles of ports are deeply intertwined with the development of their surrounding hinterlands, indicating that their relationship is mutually dependent and interactive. Moreover, the growth of a port positively influences the development of its hinterland, stimulating...

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Adaptive performance evaluation of container terminals through normalization and parameter analysis

Zajac, Mateusz - 2025

Background: Container terminals are a pivotal part of global logistics networks, influencing supply chain reliability and port competitiveness. Traditional performance evaluation methods, such as KPI-based assessments or multi-criteria analyses, often fail in dynamic operational conditions with...

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Sustainable port operations and environmental initiatives in Malaysia : a focus on environmental sustainability

Muhamad Safuan Shamshol Bahri; Shariff, S. Sarifah Radiah; … - 2025

Sustainable port growth remains a major concern in Asia and the Pacific, where more than half of the busiest ports are located and where two-thirds of the world's maritime trade is now concentrated. Most ports continue to strive to improve their performance and productivity to compete with the...

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How can long-distance battery-powered container ships stack up? : a speculative Asia-Europe illustration

Wiskich, Anthony - 2025

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Exploring container port connectivity in Southeast Asia : an integrated assessment approach

Hwang, Ming-Jiu; Huang, Ya-Pei - 2025

The Asian region has become the world's manufacturing hub due to its cost advantages, driving the development of container transportation. Recently, enterprises have favored Southeast Asia for its demographic dividend and geographical benefits. The relationships between ports are complex, and...

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Analysis of the ripple effects of disruptions on multimodal container terminals operations : a System Dynamics approach

Zhang, Jinglin; Xin, Xuri; Liao, Zhigang; Dubey, Rameshwar - 2025

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Predicting out-terminals for imported containers at seaports using machine learning : incorporating unstructured data and measuring operational costs due to misclassifications

Xie, Ying; Song, Dongping; Dong, Jingxin; Feng, Yuanjun - 2025

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The collaborative berth allocation problem with row-generation algorithms for stable cost allocations

Lyu, Xiaohuan; Lalla-Ruiz, Eduardo Anibal; Schulte, Frederik - 2025

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The berth allocation problem in bulk terminals under uncertainty

Rodrigues, Filipe - 2025

Uncertainty is critical in bulk terminals because it is inherent to many operations. In particular, the berth allocation problem (BAP) is greatly affected by the uncertain arrival times of the vessels. In this paper, we propose the first distributionally robust optimization (DRO) model for the...

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A comparative evaluation of machine learning approaches for container freight rates prediction

Kim, Namhun; Cha, Junhee; Jeon, Junwoo - 2025

This study evaluates the predictive performance of four models-Decision Tree, Random Forest, Prophet, and LSTM-in forecasting container freight rates, a key metric for strategic decision-making in the shipping industry. To address data heterogeneity, Min-Max normalization was applied, and the...

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The dynamic coupling relationship between port and city from the perspective of port container traffic and the economy of port city

Huang, Dong; Feng, Hongxiang; Grifoll, Manel; Zheng, Pengjun - 2025

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Block chain ready port terminal operations using distributed ledger

Boison, David King; Doumbia, Musah Osumanu; … - 2025

This study explores the application of blockchain (BC) technology in enhancing terminal operations at West African seaports, with a specific focus on Tema Port in Ghana. The purpose is to address inefficiencies in cargo processing, traceability, and data integrity that often impede port...

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Data-driven performance evaluation and behavior alignment in port operations : a multivariate analysis of strategic indicators

Vico, Gabriel de; Alves, Charles Jefferson Rodrigues; … - 2025

This study investigates how a KPI-based incentive system can enhance behavior alignment and operational performance in complex port environments, addressing the growing need for data-driven governance in public logistics operations. The research analyzes a two-year dataset from 145 navigation...

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Impact of container reverse logistics on the maritime sector : economic and environmental factors

Vicente, Joaquim Jorge; Neves, Lurdes; Marques, Catarina - 2025

This paper investigates the growing problem of abandoned maritime containers and the lack of effective reverse logistics to manage them: Background: The research highlights the significant environmental impact and economic burdens caused by the imbalance of container inflow and outflow, which...

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Port performance and its influence on vessel operating costs and emissions

Rauca, Livia; Popa, Catalin; Atodiresei, Dinu; Nedelcu, … - 2025

Background: Port congestion contributes significantly to operational inefficiency and environmental impact in maritime logistics. With tightening EU regulations such as the Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and FuelEU Maritime, understanding and mitigating the economic and environmental effects...

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A multi-agent optimization approach for multimodal collaboration in marine terminals

Parmaksizoglou, Ilias Alexandros; Bombelli, Alessandro; … - 2025

Background: The rapid growth of international maritime trade has intensified operational challenges at marine terminals due to increased interaction between vessels, trucks, and trains. Key issues include berth congestion, inefficient truck arrivals, and underutilization of terminal resources....

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Framework of managerial interventions for the enhancement of port organizational ecosystem's resilience

Valionienė, Elena; Župerkienė, Erika - 2025

The purpose of this research is to present a conceptual model of Port Organizational Ecosystem (POE) resilience and to develop a framework of managerial interventions to enhance POE resilience in the conditions of high uncertainties. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, data were collected...

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Scheduling truck arrivals for efficient container flow management in port logistics

Baldouski, Daniil; Krész, Miklós; Dávid, Balázs - 2025

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The Container Port Performance Index 2020 to 2024 : Trends and Lessons Learned

2025

The Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) provides a global benchmark of how container ports perform in handling vessel calls. Developed jointly by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence, it measures the time ships spend in port and relates this to the number of containers moved...

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A supervised learning-based optimization for container pre-loading problem

Kim, Woo-sung; Song, Mihyeong; Jeong, Mincheol; Jung, … - 2025

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Digital trade facilitation and container traffic : evidence from the electronic single window rollout in the People's Republic of China

Koenig, Pamina; Liu, Jiancong; Poncet, Sandra; Xie, Dan - 2025

We provide the first empirical evidence linking digital trade facilitation reforms to changes in port operations. Leveraging the staggered rollout of Single Window reforms in the People's Republic of China (2014-2016), which streamlined customs clearance, we combine Automatic Identification...

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Digital port integration and terminal efficiency : evidence from vessel, truck, and container turnaround times in Japanese container terminals

Shiraishi, Daigo; Shibasaki, Ryuichi; Zhang, Wenru; … - 2025

This study examines port terminal efficiency through an empirical analysis of the turnaround times of vessels, trucks, and containers entering and leaving selected Japanese container terminals. Using a comprehensive dataset combining terminal operator records, vessel movement data, and liner...

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Developing a decarbonization policy model of container terminal clusters

Moeis, Armand Omar; Salim, Chatarina Petra; Setiawan, … - 2025

Purpose - The purpose of this research is to develop a set of policies to solve the decarbonization issues of container terminal clusters. Design/methodology/approach - This research used the system dynamics approach to develop an integrated multi-issue policy model. Findings - We found that the...

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Priority rules for handling containers to improve energy consumption and terminal efficiency

Giulianetti, Alessia; Sciomachen, Anna - 2025

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Advances in terminal management : simulation of vehicle traffic in container terminals

Carboni, Angela; Deflorio, Francesco; Caballini, Claudia; … - 2025

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Delay-tolerated vehicle positioning and scheduling problem at terminal aprons : a target-oriented robust optimisation approach

Guan, Linfei; Zhou, Chenhao; Sun, Qinghe; Che, Ada - 2025

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Empirical performance measurement of cargo handling equipment in Vietnam container terminals

Huy Tung Pham; Luong Hai Nguyen - 2022

Background: Cargo-handling equipment (CHE) plays a vital role in maintaining the efficiency of a highly-worked container terminal. Methods: This study is aimed to analyze the CHEs' performance, which is conducted based on a contextual application of the overall equipment-effectiveness (OEE)...

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Scheduling external trucks appointments in container terminals to minimize cost and truck turnaround times

Abdelmagid, Ahmed Mohssen; Gheith, Mohamed Samir; … - 2022

Background: Scheduling the arrival of external trucks in container terminals is a critical operational decision that faces both terminal managers and trucking companies. This issue is crucial for both stakeholders since the random arrival of trucks causes congestion in the terminals and extended...

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Digital Twins in the Context of Seaports and Terminal Facilities

Neugebauer, Julian; Heilig, Leonard; Voß, Stefan - 2024

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The impact of a new container port on the greenhouse gas pollution

Bogataj, David; Campuzano Bolarín, Francisco; Moreno … - 2024

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Why is demurrage important for logistics companies using container terminals? An analysis of the determinants of demurrage and its impact on firm performance

Kim, Hyoseon; Cho, Hyuksoo - 2024

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Dry port location selection for integration with inland waterway transport in developing countries : a case study in Northern Vietnam

Nguyen, Thi Minh Hoa; Binsbergen, Arjan van; Dinh Cuong … - 2024

Dry port has emerged as a critical element of transport infrastructure, eliciting substantial research and investment for its development. The strategic selection of dry port locations not only enhances the effectiveness of connections between seaports and hinterlands but also supports the...

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Selecting carriers for overseas tank container transport with sustainability objectives

Hennink, Pauline Jenneke - 2024

The logistics industry is increasingly prioritizing sustainability, requiring a comprehensive approach to carrier selection for transporting tank containers overseas. Current studies often focus only on economic factors, but social and environmental aspects are also crucial for sustainable...

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Mathematical programming formulations for the berth allocation problems in container seaport terminals

Aljuaid, Awad M.; Koubâa, Mayssa; Ammar, Mohamed Haykal; … - 2024

Background: Improving the performance of marine terminals is one of the major concerns of both researchers and decision-makers in the maritime transportation sector. The problem of container storage planning and the berth allocation problem (BAP) are the two mainstays of optimizing port...

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Study on the relationship between port governance and terminal operation system for smart port : Japan Case

Inutsuka, Hideyo; Ichimura, Kinya; Sugimura, Yoshihisa; … - 2024

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 operations, and it is necessary to organize the issues...

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In practice and in principle : "free market" discourses and container port reform in Australia

Taylor, Greig; McDonald, Matthew - 2024

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Assessing the factors impacting shipping container dwell time : a multi-port optimization study

Saini, Mohan; Lerher, Tone - 2024

Ocean transportation is the most preferred mode of transportation that represents a significant role in the global trade. Ocean transportation comprises around 80% of the aggregate worldwide cargo volume. This research paper focused on evaluating the factors that influence the dwell time of the...

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Container port truck dispatching optimization using Real2Sim based deep reinforcement learning

Jin, Jiahuan; Cui, Tianxiang; Bai, Ruibin; Qu, Rong - 2024

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The container premarshalling problem under limited crane time : A constraint programming approach

Jiménez-Piqueras, Celia; Parreño-Torres, Consuelo; … - 2024

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