844. Enhancing Efficiency in Extra-Port Depot Logistics Chains to Reduce Demurrage Costs
Invited abstract in session TB-59: Transportation applications, stream Transportation.
Tuesday, 10:30-12:00Room: Liberty 1.14
Authors (first author is the speaker)
| 1. | ASTRID ODDERSHEDE
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| INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING, UNIVERSITY OF SANTIAGO OF CHILE | |
| 2. | Cexcilia Montt
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| IngenierÃa Industrial, Universidad de Santiago de Chile | |
| 3. | LUIS QUEZADA
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| Department of Industrial Engineering, UNIVERSITY OF SANTIAGO OF CHILE | |
| 4. | Pedro Palominos
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| University of Santiago of Chile | |
| 5. | Felisa Cordova
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| Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Design, SAN SEBASTIAN UNIVERSITY,Santiago, Chile |
Abstract
This study examines the logistics of empty container management in a company with the goal of reducing demurrage costs and maintaining client confidence. Delays in container delivery often stem from inefficiencies across the logistics chain, beginning with a vessel’s arrival at port and extending through land transportation and deconsolidation at off-dock facilities.
The objective is to redesign these processes to minimize demurrage charges, enhance customer service, and promote sustainability by optimizing land transport and reducing unnecessary trips and vehicle idling. A thorough diagnosis of the current workflow was conducted using simulation and Business Process Management (BPM) methodologies to pinpoint inefficiencies in container reception and dispatch.
The proposed process redesign focuses on improving planning, coordination, and information flow across the supply chain. As a result, the system is expected to achieve more efficient logistics management, reducing empty container delivery delays from 5.6% to 2%.
Keywords
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Simulation
Status: accepted
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