Essays about: "logistics and transport management thesis"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 41 essays containing the words logistics and transport management thesis.

  1. 1. Alternative logistic routes and their aggregate effect on the use of infrastructure : the potential of using multiple routes in the Samgods model

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : Anton Åkerström; Sebastian Morel; [2023]
    Keywords : Samgods; Discrete Choice Models;

    Abstract : The primary objective of this thesis is to assess the different statistical methods used forcalibrating the Samgods model, which is a transportation planning tool employed in Sweden toforecast the demand for freight transport. By focusing on the specific context of national logisticsmodels, this research aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of the Samgods model throughproposed improvements. READ MORE

  2. 2. The impact of Covid-19 on thesupply chain : Review of the effects of a pandemic crisis on the global supplysystem and analysis of its fragilities

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Lorenzo Musella; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The COVID-19 pandemic has created significant challenges for supply chains worldwide,affecting all aspects of the supply chain from manufacturing to distribution. The aim of this thesis is to show how the disruptions caused by the pandemic have highlighted the fragility of global supply chains, particularly in terms of logistics, manufacturing, distribution, and demand and propose a redesign of the supply chain to better withstand these events. READ MORE

  3. 3. The Role of Transport Purchasing Companies in the Reduction of Freight Transport Emissions : The Opportunities and Barriers of Environmentally Friendly Freight Transport

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Alva Lundgren; Ellen Haavikko; [2023]
    Keywords : Freight transport; green logistics; environmentally friendly logistics; sustainable freight transport; voluntary environmental targets; corporate carbon strategies; transport purchasing companies; PESTEL-analysis; Godstransporter; grön logistik; miljövänlig logistik; hållbara godstransporter; frivilliga miljömål; företags koldioxidstrategier; transportinköpande företag; PESTEL-analys;

    Abstract : The freight transport industry accounts for a large and, moreover, an increasing share of the global greenhouse gas emissions. Despite this, previous studies point to the fact that freight transport purchasing companies (TPCs) do not take sufficient action to reduce emissions from the freight transports they buy. READ MORE

  4. 4. Food loss in perishable food supply chains : The case of Colombia

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Maja Törnqvist; Antonia Kesar; [2023]
    Keywords : Perishable Food Supply chain; Developing Countries; Sustainability; Food loss;

    Abstract : Background: Challenges with food loss in perishable food supply chains (PFSCs) indeveloping countries, such as Colombia, is an increasing problem. The PFSCs in developingcountries are characterized by high uncertainty and a dynamic environment. READ MORE

  5. 5. Logistics Structures for Global Retail Expansion : A case study of a fast-growing Swedish Fashion Company with International Presence

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Alex Kaspo; [2023]
    Keywords : Master Thesis; Supply Chain; Strategy; Supplier; Logistics; Retail; Growth; International; Consolidation Hubs; Warehouse;

    Abstract : This qualitative research explores what logistics structures a growing retail company can employ to support its international expansion with a focus on high customer satisfaction levels. It delves into the logistics configurations for reaching efficiency in inbound logistics, especially meeting the complexities of growing volumes and extensive supplier networks. READ MORE