Inland Intermodal Terminals Location Criteria Evaluation: The Case of Croatia

Roso, Violeta; Brnjac, Nikolina; Abramović, Borna

doi:10.5325/transportationj.54.4.0496

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“…To a greater or lesser extent, several authors have addressed the issue of building intermodal transport terminals, for example, [8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18].…”

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Application of Specific Mathematical Methods in the Context of Revitalization of Defunct Intermodal Transport Terminal: A Case Study

Ližbetín

Stopka

2020

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The article deals with a specific research study discussing the possibility to revitalize a specific non-functional intermodal transport terminal. The structure of the manuscript consists of five sections. The first part is focused on the analysis of the subject being investigated in important scientific publications. The second part of the article presents a brief analysis of the current situation concerning intermodal transport in the Czech Republic and emphasizes the need to build an intermodal transport terminal in the South Bohemia region. The third section describes the contemporary state of the Nemanice transshipment station, provides a calculation of the terminal transport potential, which is thereafter used in the next paper section in order to design individual terminal elements. The objective of this study is to propose an approach methodology regarding the terminal connection to railway and road infrastructure, necessary quantification of the transport potential, which subsequently defines the operational need for handling equipment, and other parameters of the terminal fundamental elements. This methodological guideline is based on variant recommendations to equip the terminal with various handling devices, which are then evaluated, applying the exact decision making methods. Such an evaluation is included in the fourth part of the article. Here, the authors try to find out which terminal equipment is the most appropriate in terms of overall terminal efficiency. The last part of the manuscript is devoted to the final discussion of the key findings and conclusion containing an insight into potential future projects or studies to be addressed.

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“…To a greater or lesser extent, several authors have addressed the issue of building intermodal transport terminals, for example, [8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18].…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Application of Specific Mathematical Methods in the Context of Revitalization of Defunct Intermodal Transport Terminal: A Case Study

Ližbetín

Stopka

2020

Sustainability

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“…In this process, it is necessary to make a number of decisions concerning the nodes in the network (LCs), allocation of users and flows to the network participants, transport modes and means, i.e., about all the factors that affect the network flows [37]. As some of the most important elements of the network, LCs are the subject of numerous studies related to their number and location (e.g., [38]), functions (e.g., [39,40]), connection possibilities (e.g., [41]). The existing literature also recognizes ambiguity on the conceptual boundaries of logistics centres [10].…”

Section: Intermodal Terminals As Nodes In the Logistics Networkmentioning

confidence: 99%

Planning an Intermodal Terminal for the Sustainable Transport Networks

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Growing competition in the global market imposes the need for adequate planning of transportation processes and development of intermodal transport networks, whereby intermodal terminals play a key role. This paper proposes a methodology for prioritization of the intermodal terminal's development features, as the procedure in its planning process, leading to the design of the intermodal terminal in accordance with the needs of various stakeholders and the principles of the sustainable development. As the stakeholders often have conflicting interests and objectives, it is necessary to consider a broad set of requirements and developmental features that enable the fulfillment of the defined requirements. In order to solve the problem this paper proposes a new hybrid multi-criteria decision-making model that combines Delphi, Analytical Network Process (ANP) and Quality Function Deployment (QFD) methods in the fuzzy environment. The applicability of the proposed model is demonstrated by solving an example of planning an intermodal terminal in Belgrade.Sustainability 2019, 11, 4102 2 of 20 gained substantial attention in recent years, in academic research (e.g., [5,6]), as well as in practice. For example, the European Union set the goals to shift 30% of the road freight transport over 300 km to other, more environmental friendly means of transport (such as rail and waterborne), by the year 2030, and more than 50% by 2050 [7]. These goals can be achieved only by more intensive development of the intermodal transport.One of the major subsystems of the intermodal transport is intermodal terminal representing the place of storage and transshipment of intermodal transport units between the different modes of transport [8]. Intermodal terminals play a significant role in achieving socio-economic and environmental sustainability [9], and their development has an impact on improving the competitive advantage in the market [10]. Accordingly, requirements, goals and needs of different stakeholders, such as investors, owners, operators of the terminal, terminal users, authorities and residents, have to be in taken into consideration in the process of intermodal terminal planning. Their demands are often conflicting; therefore, a solution that should fit all actors involved is the goal in the planning process. Thus far, the research in the area of intermodal transport planning focused mainly on finding the optimal location for intermodal terminals (e.g., [11][12][13]) or how to improve operational efficiency of inland intermodal terminals [14][15][16]. However, the research related to solving the intermodal terminal planning problems taking into consideration variety of methods is rather scarce. Papers dealing with terminal planning are mainly focused on the intermodal transport network planning or the selection of terminal location. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to define a methodology that comprehensively examines the different stakeholders' requirements based on which it defines and prioritizes development features ...

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“…Without the constraint of space, the new inland terminals can also have co-located activities, such as storage, warehousing and business parks; for example, the Cube Business Park (2018) in Moorebank Intermodal Station and the Somerton Business Park (2018). Roso, Brnjac and Abramovic (2015) [7] showed that the key considerations in the selection of the site for a dry port terminal location are a good flow followed by a spatial criterion. In most cases, these new facilities must blend into the surrounding areas (Roso and Lumsden 2009) [5].…”

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Engaging Employees with Good Sustainability: Key Performance Indicators for Dry Ports

2019

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Dry ports have the potential to enhance the sustainability of transport systems, yet their introduction requires major changes to the current logistics chain. Further, emphasising sustainability goals and continued employee engagement can be a challenge when developing or implementing organisational change management programs in dry ports. Key considerations include governmental requirements and compliance, investor expectations, as well as employee engagement; these factors may be conflicting. The top-down management approach supported by strong leadership, participative approaches and constant communication assists in achieving successful change management. Sound selection of key performance indicators (KPIs) provides a set of metrics to track and aid the change process. They serve as a unifying link between top managements’ sustainability goals and employees’ engagement. The initial findings of our research confirm that both port and terminal operators have a gap in their understanding of the importance of sustainability goals and environmental goals. This will have a flow-on effect of port and terminal operators not driving the right messages to their staff in their organisational change management programs. Based on a critical literature review, it has been established what might qualify as good sustainability KPIs for dry ports. An example of a dry port at the Port of Somerton has been included. As every dry port has different requirements and constraints, it is important to develop KPIs together with stakeholders.

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Inland Intermodal Terminals Location Criteria Evaluation: The Case of Croatia

Cited by 41 publications

References 30 publications

Application of Specific Mathematical Methods in the Context of Revitalization of Defunct Intermodal Transport Terminal: A Case Study

Application of Specific Mathematical Methods in the Context of Revitalization of Defunct Intermodal Transport Terminal: A Case Study

Planning an Intermodal Terminal for the Sustainable Transport Networks

Engaging Employees with Good Sustainability: Key Performance Indicators for Dry Ports

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