Article ID: | iaor20071383 |
Country: | United Kingdom |
Volume: | 13 |
Issue: | 1 |
Start Page Number: | 14 |
End Page Number: | 20 |
Publication Date: | Feb 2000 |
Journal: | Logistics Information Management |
Authors: | Tahar Razman Mat, Hussain Khalid |
Keywords: | distribution |
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 high level of accuracy. The quay cranes allocation, the resources allocations and the scheduling of the different operations are modelled to maximise the performance of the port. The assignment of prime movers to transport containers to a yard area is also considered.