Optimization design of a floating modular port terminal

Conference paper (2019)

Authors

I. Dafnomilis Transport Engineering and Logistics - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
M.B. Duinkerken Transport Engineering and Logistics - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
D.L. Schott Transport Engineering and Logistics - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
J. Ley Development Centre for Ship Technology and Transport Systems
Research Group
Transport Engineering and Logistics (Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering) (TU Delft)
Floating platform Terminal design Terminal logistics Modular terminal
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Published Date

2019

Language

English

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Faculty

Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

Department

Marine and Transport Technology

Research Group

Transport Engineering and Logistics

Abstract

This paper presents a mathematical programming model for planning investment strategies in a modular floating terminal. The model is developed with the objective of minimizing the net present costs of a terminal's investments, equipment selection and operational costs over a long term future. The problem formulation evaluates time dependent parameters, such as container throughput forecasts, and performance, quality and availability of equipment over time. The results provide a visualization of investments for a modular floating terminal design, and are geared towards assisting stakeholders in strategic level planning – the optimal way to invest in new terminal setups, infrastructure and equipment selection.

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