Optimization of modal shift and container (re-)positioning at Maersk Line

Optimization of modal shift and container (re-)positioning at Maersk Line

Altena, E.

Zuidwijk, R.A. (mentor)
Vleugel, J.M. (mentor)
Klijnhout, R.H.C. (mentor)
Konings, J.W. (mentor)
Wiggenraad, P.B.L. (mentor)

Civil Engineering and Geosciences

Transport & Planning

Transport and Planning

2013-04-23

Two actual topics are studied in this thesis project. The first problem focuses on the modal shift of intermodal transport in the hinterland transport network of Maersk Line. The second problem is the repositioning of empty equipment in the transport network. An optimization model is built to optimize both aspects in one model. The scope of research was from point of view of the shipping company. It turned out that the orderdeadline, rate structure and availability of transport modalities restricts the usage of intermodal transport. The modal share of intermodal transport could rise by 50.9% and cost savings of 12.9% are possible. For the second aspect - repositioning – costs could be saved by reuse. Furthermore the model outcome shows the importance of the inland depots in the transportation network. With an optimal utilization of these depots total operational costs of hinterland transport will reduce by 15.8%.

container
modal shift
repositioning

http://resolver.tudelft.nl/uuid:66811c74-3c70-4b88-ab02-72f2fe86839d

2013-04-24

Student theses

master thesis

(c) 2013 Altena, E.