Article
Port capacity evaluation formula for general cargo
The objective of this research is to study the evaluation method of berth
capacity for general cargo in port. Specially, this study discussed the
evaluation formula for general cargo berth capacity. It described the
traditional evaluation method and new evaluation method with a sample
case using real data of the general cargo berth. The results of the study
revealed some problems for traditional evaluation method of general cargo
handling capacity. Traditional calculation method does not reflect real
situation for the general cargo berth capacity. Also, it does not reflect
individual circumstances in terms of input parameter like berth occupancy
rate, an annual working day and daily working hour. Finally, this study
recommended the applicable and effective formula to reflect real situation
on ports which can give direction for developing evaluation of formula for
general cargo port capacity.