Intermodal Transport Terminal Location Selection Using a Novel Hybrid MCDM Model

Zečević, Slobodan; Tadić, Snežana; Krstić, Mladen

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“…Caris et al [45] have classified intermodal transport research based on the following topics: political support (e.g., [46]), design of the terminal network (e.g., [47]), design of intermodal services (e.g., [48]), intermodal routing (e.g., [49]), operations of container drayage (e.g., [50]), use of innovative information and communication technologies (e.g., [51]). In addition, in the literature one can find the examples of solving the problems concerning transshipment technologies (e.g., [52]), costs analysis (e.g., [53]), transportation units (e.g., [54]), terminal location [11,12,26,55], selection of the efficient terminal types [56], evaluation of the terminal technologies [16], evaluation of the basic characteristics of the different types of intermodal terminal [10,57], evaluation of the logistics performance for freight mode choice at intermodal terminal [58], measuring the terminal performance [59], optimization of the zones for temporary container storage [60], spatial optimization of the terminal subsystems, i.e., layout optimization [61], etc. The special class of researches deals with the various problems of intermodal terminals, and intermodal transport in general, with the focus on the sustainability, e.g., loading optimization in intermodal terminal considering energy consumption [62,63], terminal location selection for development of the sustainable transport system [64], integration of various technologies in intermodal transport chains (e.g., [65,66]), container routing in a sustainable intermodal transport systems [67], etc.…”

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“…The ANP method also has a problem of experts' imprecise judgments on decision factors, which can be solved by applying fuzzy theory. The fuzzy ANP method was proposed by Mikhailov [31] and since then, it has been applied in many fields, either alone or in a combination with other methods (e.g., [26,30,32]). The fuzzy ANP is used in the paper since the elements of the problem in this paper (requirements and features) form a network structure due to their interdependencies.…”

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“…There are some examples in the literature of combining the ANP and QFD methods, in a conventional form (e.g., [24,33]), or in a fuzzy environment (e.g., [34]), as well as examples of applying the fuzzy Delphi based fuzzy ANP (fuzzy DANP) method (e.g., [26]) for solving various problems. There are also examples of combining the Delphi method (e.g., [35]), as well as some other multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods with the QFD in the fuzzy environment (e.g., [36]).…”

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“…The Delphi method is [25] is based on the collection of data from the participants' field of expertise with the aim of achieving the consensus through a series of questionnaires. Its main advantages are anonymity, iteration, controlled feedback, statistical group response and stability in responses among the experts on a specific issue, while the main disadvantages are that it is time-consuming, costly and has a lower questionnaire return rate [26]. In addition, the problems of imprecise, vague and ambiguous evaluations of the experts, due to incomplete information or inability of their treatment in a decision environment, are also present [27].…”

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“…In order to overcome the identified disadvantages of the traditional Delphi method Murry et al [28] proposed the extension of the method in the fuzzy environment. Since then, the fuzzy Delphi method has been used for solving various problems, either alone or in a combination with other methods (e.g., [26,27]). The fuzzy Delphi method is used in this paper because it allows integration of the decision-makers' opinions in the process of the group decision-making by obtaining the converged responses with fewer survey rounds, or even in a single round, and effectively conducts the ambiguity and uncertainty of their evaluations.The ANP is a general form of the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) first introduced by Saaty [29].…”

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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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