Aircraft Wing Design at Low Speeds Using Taguchi Method

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to determine the impact level of parameters affecting wing design at low speeds via using Taguchi method. Design/methodology/approach – Using brain storming approach airfoil shape, wing angle of attack and Reynolds number are determined as important wing design parameters. Most important parameters over these parameters are determined using T…

Turning the ship around: reflections on changing a nation’s social work pra…

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to reflect on progress and lessons in improving the social work system in England in the interests of children and families. Design/methodology/approach – Based on an interview with the author by Michael Little (one of the Guest Editors of this edition). Findings – Social work is best placed to lead the child protection system given its ab…

“Is it essential that a steamship company’s poster must have a ship?” …

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the nature of marketing communications of British shipping lines in the period from c.1840 to c.1970 to establish the extent to which these outputs reflect extant scholarship which points to the lack of innovation as a key reason for the demise of these lines. Design/methodology/approach – The research is built on a survey of >450 …

THE ROLE OF SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES IN INTERNATIONAL PORT OPERATIONS: AN ANA…

With increasing attention to sustainability in ports operations, international ports need to improve their competitive position within the bounds of environmental regulations whilst accommodating stakeholder expectations. To explore the specific route of sustainability practices in port operations, this study analyzes the role of sustainability practice as a moderator on the relationships betwe…

Robotic inspection of ship hull surfaces using a magnetic crawler and a monoc…

Abstract Purpose – Periodic inspection of large tonnage vessels is critical to assess integrity and prevent structural failures that could have catastrophic consequences for people and the environment. Currently, inspection operations are undertaken by human surveyors, often in extreme conditions. This paper aims to present an innovative system for the automatic visual inspection of ship hul…

Revisiting the resource-based view on logistics performance in the shipping i…

Abstract Purpose –The purpose of this study is to evaluate empirically the impact of intrafirm resources, interfirm relationships, and logistics service capabilities on logistics performance in the container logistics context. Design/methodology/approach –Factor analysis was employed to identify the key intrafirm resources (i.e. tangible assets and intangible assets), interfirm relationsh…

Return to Chittagong: ten years since the “postcard”

Abstract Purpose – This paper aims to revisit the author’s 2007 “Postcard from Chittagong” to reprise the past decade of activity related to the ship breaking industry of Bangladesh. Design/methodology/approach – The study is based on content analysis of global and local source documentation. This includes academic works, research reports from non-governmental organizations and gene…

Promoting Korean international trade in the East Sea Economic Rim in the cont…

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze maritime logistics connectivity of ports and shipping networks in the East Sea Economic Rim (ESER) to promote international trade in the context of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), considering centrality, primary flow and clustering interaction. Design/methodology/approach – The paper applies a complex network model, using…

Numerical investigation and optimization of mixed convection in ventilated sq…

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study the optimal conditions of the mixed convection in a ventilated square cavity filled with Cu-water nanofluid utilizing of Taguchi ethod. The paper aims to discuss diverse issues befell for the said model. Design/methodology/approach – The numerical solutions of nonlinear coupled equations are developed by means of Taguchi method. T…

Market segmentation in container shipping services: A qualitative study

Abstract Purpose – Container shipping is a standardized business-to-business service market where carriers need to stay customer focused to survive. Market segmentation is an ideal solution to develop customized marketing programs for each segment, but container lines need personalized marketing programs for each customer. Hence, the purpose of this study is to develop a segmentation framew…

Internationalisation within liner shipping An examination of the sales networ…

Purpose – Container shipping is generally considered a global business. This truth may not hold from a single-company perspective. The companies’ physical operation etworks show that container carriers operate differently and follow different paths in their internationalisation development. Additionally, the degree of internationalisation, easured on the basis of sea-oriented operatio…

Long-term container throughput forecast and equipment planning: the case of B…

Abstract Purpose – This paper aims to forecast inbound and outbound container throughput for Bangkok Port to 2041 and uses the results to inform the future planning and management of the port’s container terminal. Design/methodology/approach – The data used cover a period of 16 years (192 months of observations). Data sources include the Bank of Thailand and the Energy Policy and Plannin…

Household waste impacts on physicochemical variables in Port Harcourt

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to show impacts of household wastes handling on some physicochemical parameters of surface water, soil, sediments and borehole water samples in Port Harcourt. Waste generated from the households are indiscriminately dumped on roads, stream channels, bush lands and open spaces thus defacing the landscape of the city, flooding and spreading vec…

Growth in containership sizes to be stopped?

Abstract Purpose – The increase of containership sizes driven by the need to create greater economies of scale seems to be an endless process. Vessels of more than 21,000 TEU are presently on order. The purpose of this paper is to question whether a positive effect still remains at present mega ship sizes and, even if this was the case, whether such presumably small effect would be outweighe…

Evaluation of dry port implementation in Ghana

Abstract Purpose – Congestion at Ghana’s main seaports is a problem that has received much attention recently. This is as a result of continuous increase in containerized cargo. To increase the capacity of Ghana’ seaport, the Ministry of Transport through the Ghana Shippers Council initiated the Boankra Inland Port Project. The aim of this paper is to assess the feasibility and economic …

Growth in containership sizes to be stopped?

Purpose – The increase of containership sizes driven by the need to create greater economies of scale seems to be an endless process. Vessels of more than 21,000 TEU are presently on order. The purpose of this paper is to question whether a positive effect still remains at present mega ship sizes and, even if this was the case, whether such presumably small effect would be outweighed by costl…

Constructing English-medium instruction indicators in the shipping courses of…

Purpose – This paper aims to use an analytic hierarchy process (AHP) and combine this with the fuzzytheory to identify key indicators influencing English-medium instruction (EMI) in the shipping ourses of Taiwan’s higher education. Design/methodology/approach – Based on a literature review and expert interviews, an evaluation model with 4 indicators and 13 sub-indicators was developed. …

Are the new fuel-efficient bulkers a threat to the old fleet?

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate whether the headlined eco-bulkers ordered in 2012 and 2013 are posing a threat to the less-efficient ships ordered at the end of the boom in 2008 and 2009. Design/methodology/approach – This paper will first investigate the drivers for the interest in such low-emission, low-speed bulker as well as the more general history of bulker desig…

Assessing the shipping in the Northern Sea Route: a qualitative approach

Purpose – The Northern Sea Route (NSR) could become viable in the near future. If this happens, it will radically reduce sailing times and distances on routes from Asia to Northern Europe. However, although much has been written about the feasibility of the NSR, about the issues involved and about the possible opening of the route, the views of key stakeholders from companies who would potent…

Anti-competition of ocean shipping alliances: a legal perspective

Abstract Purpose – Antitrust exemptions to shipping alliances in the liner shipping sector have prevailed for many years. This study aims to examine anti-competition of ocean shipping alliances from a legal perspective of the USA, the European Union (EU) and People’s Republic of China (PRC).Design/methodology/approach – Adopting the standard “doctrinal approach to legal research and a…

Economy - wide impact of a more efficient Tanjung Priok port

Edisi

-

ISBN/ISSN

-

Deskripsi Fisik

19 p.

Judul Seri

-

No. Panggil

ATC PO GIN e

Costs, revenue, service attributes and competition in shipping

Edisi

14

ISBN/ISSN

1479-2931

Deskripsi Fisik

9 p.

Judul Seri

Maritime economics & logistics

No. Panggil

ATC PO CUL c

Handbook of terminal planning

Container Terminals (CT) operate as central nodes in worldwide hub-and-spoke networks and link ocean-going vessels with smaller feeder vessels as well as with inbound and outbound hinterland transportation systems using road, rail, or inland waterways. The volume of transcontinental container flows has gained appreciably over the last five decades -- throughput figures of CT reached new records…

A Framework For Purchasing Transport Services in Small And Medium Size Enterp…

Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present a framework for purchasing transport services to enable small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) to improve relationships with logistics service providers (LSPs) and enhance their own competitive advantage and profitability. Many SMEs lack competence in purchasing transport services and a subsequent lack of “purchasing power” …

A Guide to Ship’s Electro-Technology

Edisi

-

ISBN/ISSN

-

Deskripsi Fisik

44 p

Judul Seri

-

No. Panggil

TXT PO KAN ag

Analysis of factory gate pricing in the UK grocery supply chain

The paper aims to analyse the reasons behind the leadership shown by a case study retailer through the introduction of factory gate pricing (FGP) within the grocery sector. Further, there is an evaluation of the transport management techniques used to support FGP and the operational benefits gained.

Simulation and analysis for the kelang container terminal operations

Key issues of the application of modelling and simulation for the management of the Malaysian Kelang Container Terminal are discussed. The aim of the investigation is to improve the logistics processes at the port. The model simulates all processes required to operate the seaport efficiently and provides detailed statistics on the seaport through‐put and utilisation characteristics with a hig…

Process reengineering in port operations : a case study

In the age of globalization, seaports play a vital role in connecting national supply chains to the global marketplace. Improving port operations has become a priority for many countries. One of the ways to achieve this objective is process reengineering. This paper reviews the IT‐enabled reengineering process at Pusan Port, South Korea. The paper examines the issues and problems leading to p…

Port Management

Port Management brings together a collection of seminal papers from Palgrave’s journal MaritimeEconomics and Logistics. It is a dynamic volume, containing contributions from leading authorswith different disciplinary backgrounds, representing a vast regional diversity. The volumeprovides authoritative and timely investigations into key topics in port economics, includingresearch on: global su…

The rationalization of port logistics activities: a study at port of santos …

This paper presents a study of the port logistics activities at the port of Santos (Brazil). The study follows a qualitative approach and it is based on in-depth interviews with some key actors from Santos port logistics chain. Based on these interviews, the main dysfunctions and improvement opportunities associated to the container port logistics processes at Santos were identified. The result…

An examination of small motor carrier survival techniques

The purpose of this paper is to compare small and large motor carriers to determine whether small motor carriers serve a smaller, more concentrated customer base, have owners that are more involved in the customer relationship management process, and earn higher returns usually associated with niche market players.

Measuring customer satisfaction on the container terminal service at Palemban…

Export values have increased annually as a result of the growth in industry in South Sumatera. Fertilizer, crude palm oil (CPO), coal, plastic and wood are among the main commodities in the region. Basic services as well as transportation are being made available in order to support this growth. The Palembang Port Container Terminal in Palembang town is just one of these service providers. Befo…