In this paper the train load planning problem arising in a seaport container terminal is considered. This problem consists in determining the optimal assignment of containers to wagon slots in order to maximize the train utilization and, at the same time, to minimize unproductive operations in the terminal. Different solution approaches based on a mathematical programming model are compared. Th…
This article provides a review of the costs associated with trade and customs procedures at sea ports (trade and customs compliance costs). As such, the article draws on an ongoing body of research, including interviews with over 50 individuals within the UK port sector and the UK’s trade policy and customs community. Demand for good research in the assessment of trade and customs compliance …
The purpose of this study is to discuss the progress and challenges of South Asia in trade liberalization and facilitation, and to quantitatively demonstrate the potential benefits of trade facilitation in South Asia.
The purpose of this paper is to discuss and assess the structural characteristics (conceptual utility) of the most popular classification and predictive techniques employed in customer relationship management and customer scoring and to evaluate their classification and predictive precision.