Abstract:<p>The managers of maritime port structures have to face several issues: ageing of structures, environmental risks, maintenance, adaptation to new equipments and new vessels. The assessment of structures condition is therefore a critical element to help managers to make the proper decisions to ensure a continuous exploitation and to avoid exploitation losses. This assessment is done through a diagnosis which aims to give the objective elements to make the proper choices. After a general presentation, the… Show more
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