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  1. 1. Study of stability improvement measures meeting the effects of new use of a secondhand cement carrier vessel

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner, marina system, flyg- och rymdteknik, rörelsemekanik

    Author : Jansen Novri; [2022]
    Keywords : ship modification; cargo type; stability code; center of gravity; center of buoyancy; fartygsmodifiering; lasttyp; stabilitetskod; tyngdpunkt; flytkraftscentrum;

    Abstract : Secondhand ship is an option to improve marine business competitiveness. It provides a way for ship owners to integrate customer market rapidly without spending many resources on producing new ships. However, secondhand ships that perfectly suit owner's requirements becomes unavoidable challenge. READ MORE

  3. 2. Analyzing the impacts of last mile mobility and studying the implementation of alternative vehicles in Swedish cities.

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Industriell ekonomi

    Author : David Mota Lozano; [2022]
    Keywords : mobility; sustainability; sustainable transportation; urban logistics; freight transport; cargo bike; electric vehicle; last mile; Sweden.;

    Abstract : The growing population of cities and the rise of e-commerce are increasing the transportation of both goods and people. This can generate problems such as traffic jams, increased pollution, and lower living standards for citizens. READ MORE

  4. 3. Navigating the concrete jungle : Route planning in urban last-mile delivery

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för geografi

    Author : Thomas Ebenspanger; [2022]
    Keywords : last-mile delivery; green last-mile; e-commerce; route planning; vehicle routing problem; GIS; network analysis;

    Abstract : The e-commerce market has developed massively since the 1990ies. In addition to a general change of shopping behavior, the COVID-pandemic increased the importance of online shopping. This study is about the transportation of e-commerce parcels on the last mile in urban areas, so called last-mile delivery. READ MORE

  5. 4. Towards sustainable shipping: Recommendations for the telescopic mast design of a sailing cargo vessel

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner

    Author : Lukas Blau; [2021]
    Keywords : Oceanbird; telescopic mast; conceptual design; sailing cargo vessel;

    Abstract : A comparative study is carried out to investigate the most promising route towardsthe lightweight construction of a retractable mast for a sailing cargo vessel.Four design families are developed and compared. The primary criteria forjudgment are the structural mass, strength, and stiffness in relation to a providedbenchmark design. READ MORE

  6. 5. Extended Gate - Barriers and opportunities for intermodal improvements, a case study of Port of Gothenburg

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : David Hällgren; Erik Bengtsson; [2020-06-17]
    Keywords : Extended Gate; inland terminal; port supply chain integration;

    Abstract : Extended gate is an intermodal concept aiming to achieve improved transport efficiency in the hinterland through a more integrated model, compared to concepts that are currently in use, such as dry ports. Functionally it is an extension of the gated area of a port terminal into the hinterland in order to achieve operational efficiency for the supply chain actors and improve customer experience for cargo owners. READ MORE