Template-Type: ReDIF-Paper 1.0
Author-Name: van Asperen, E.
Author-Name-Last: van Asperen
Author-Name-First: Eelco
Author-Name: Dekker, R.
Author-Name-Last: Dekker
Author-Name-First: Rommert
Author-Person: pde16
Title: Flexibility in Port Selection:  A Quantitative Approach Using Floating Stocks
Abstract: Ports provide a number of logistical choices concerning storage, onward transport, and postponement. We investigate the routing flexibility offered by ports with a central location with respect to the hinterland. This flexibility is investigated using an illustrative case in which a number of alternative strategies are evaluated by means of simulation. Detailed cost data was used for the illustrative case. The combination of a simulation model and detailed cost data allows us to quantify the value of the rerouting flexibility. A combination of using regional distribution centers and a European Distribution Center results in the lowest cost per container.
Creation-Date: 2010-03-31
File-URL: https://repub.eur.nl/pub/18639/EI2009-44.pdf
File-Format: application/pdf
Series: RePEc:ems:eureir
Number: EI 2009-44
Keywords: floating stock, intermodal transport, inventories, port selection, supply chain
Handle: RePEc:ems:eureir:18639