Optimization of container scheduling considering the use of
The imbalance in global trade has led to an uneven distribution of empty containers worldwide, resulting in difficulties in cargo transportation. For instance, import-dominated ports are
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However, this does not generate revenue and incurs container management costs (CMCs). Some container carriers may use foldable containers (FLDs), such as four-in-one designs, instead of standard containers (STDs), in order to minimize the costs associated with relocating empty containers.
Containerships consume much fuel that is sensitive to bunker costs resulting in longer transit times and lower customer satisfaction. Also, shipping carriers are concerned with higher fixed operational costs and a lower freight rate due to ship overcapacity. Therefore, reducing
Eqs. (20) and (21) guarantee that the overall number of empty containers dispatched to shippers in the hinterland, 6( ) and 6( ), corresponds to the exports by owned STDs/FLDs. Eq. (22) specifies that the leased containers used from port to port equal the deficit of containers for exporting cargoes.
The imbalance in global trade has led to an uneven distribution of empty containers worldwide, resulting in difficulties in cargo transportation. For instance, import-dominated ports are
However, the optimal number of foldable containers differs in each situation, and the cost of fold-able containers is high. To address this, we propose implementing effective container usage
This paper analyzes the effect of foldable containers in various circumstances. Recently, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many unexpected situations have arisen in the shipping and
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Numerical results for Asia-Northern Europe trade lane show that, (i) Southampton, Zeebrugge, Singapore and Shanghai have a high probability to be hub ports, and the empty
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These containers feature engineered hinges and fold lines enabling the container walls and base to fold easily without losing strength or structural integrity when in use. Unlike traditional
We use the model to minimize total transportation costs, inventory holding, handling, folding and unfolding, container leasing, and installing facilities that accommodate foldable containers.
However, this does not generate revenue and incurs container management costs (CMCs). Some container carriers may use foldable containers (FLDs), such as four-in-one designs,
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