Abstract An optimal container dispatch planning model for Alkon Logistics is proposed. Alkon Logistics handles container movement between three large ports and a logistics center nearby, connected to major highways and railroad systems. As a solution approach, a novel integer mathematical model has been developed to minimize total cost of operations. Our model is developed to serve three different ports, which are T.C Ege Gübre, Nemport, and APM Terminal. In addition to making daily operational decisions optimally, the proposed model also assists in making critical long-term decisions, such as vehicle investments. Our model is applicable to any transport company, which carries single-commodity due to its flexible structure. Proposed model is solved using IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio 12.8 program and tested with real-life data from the company. The results show significant improvement over the current situation. To ensure efficient usage of the proposed approach, a decision support system (DSS) is designed and implemented that allows studying different scenarios. Created DSS is dynamic and practical for users and enables making analysis by using mathematical model with different fleet sizes. Results from experimentation show that compared to current situation, number of rented trucks goes down to less than 10 from 17 corresponding to a decrease in renting cost by 65% and a decrease of 25% in total cost. Proposed solution methodology provides a container dispatch planning with improved truck utilization and optimal cost.


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    Title :

    Routing Optimization for Container Dispatching Operations


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2018-08-15


    Size :

    15 pages




    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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