Optimal network configuration in liner shipping : it's challenges

In the container shipping industry one thing is certain: the race to acquire the capabilities customers demand-namely shorter transit time for reduced costs-will intensify. Carriers have to realize that the optimal network design is not only function of carrier-specific operational factors.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Muhammed Khairul Aziz, Lwin Myo Aung, Jayasree Vijakumar
Other Authors: Teo, Chee Chong
Format: Final Year Project (FYP)
Language:English
Published: 2008
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10356/12773
Description
Summary:In the container shipping industry one thing is certain: the race to acquire the capabilities customers demand-namely shorter transit time for reduced costs-will intensify. Carriers have to realize that the optimal network design is not only function of carrier-specific operational factors.