Modeling dry-port-based freight distribution planning
Dry port concept and its outfalls on freight distribution and optimization challenges are reviewed. A dry-port-based tactical planning problem to optimize service selection and schedules is introduced. An original service network design model based on mixed integer programming is proposed. A set of instances resembling a complex and realistic dry port system is produced to test the model. Results confirm the model is correct and suitable to support dry-port-based freight distribution.
dry port optimization service network design mixed integer programming logistics