Essays about: "shipping container"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 35 essays containing the words shipping container.

  1. 6. Adaptable housing during crisis : Sustainable transition from tents to permanent accommodations.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för byggteknik (BY)

    Author : Alex Dam; [2023]
    Keywords : Modular housing; Crisis management; Sustainability; Thermal comfort;

    Abstract : This study delves into the development of a long-term, sustainable housing solution to address the challenges faced during crisis when people are in immediate need of an accommodation. While temporary tents have been traditionally employed as shelters, their inefficiency in colder climates and lack of sustainability necessitate the exploration of alternative options. READ MORE

  3. 7. A time series analysis of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on container shipping freight rates: An application to the Asia-Europe trade route

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Chen Yuchun; Zhou Shiyu; [2022-08-03]
    Keywords : Container shipping; Freight rates; COVID-19; Oil prices; Stock market prices; Time series model; GARCH;

    Abstract : The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused a sudden disruption to the shipping industry. However, for container shipping, freight rates have reached record highs during the pandemic. Shipping companies realise that understanding the impact of exogenous shocks on freight rate fluctuations to forecast freight rates is critical. READ MORE

  4. 8. Machine Learning for Classification of Temperature Controlled Containers Using Heavily Imbalanced Data

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Adam Ranjith; [2022]
    Keywords : Machine learning; Handling imbalanced data; Temperature controllable containers; Ensemble methods; Random forest.; Maskininlärning; Hantera obalanserad data; Temperatur reglerbara containrar; Meta-algoritmer; Random forest.;

    Abstract : Temperature controllable containers are used frequently in order to transport pharmaceutical cargo all around the world. One of the leading manufacturing companies of these containers has a method for detecting containers with a faulty cooling system before making a shipment. READ MORE

  5. 9. Management Control During Forced Remote Working Conditions - A Case Study of a Global Leader in Container Shipping and a Big Four Accounting Firm

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Rebecka Dejus; Hedvig Rönnberg; [2021-06-24]
    Keywords : Contingency; Management Control; Organizational Prerequisites; Forced Remote Work;

    Abstract : Purpose: This study investigates how forced remote working may have affected the design and use of management controls within organizations. Methodology: Interviews were conducted with respondents from two well-established organizations with different organizational approaches. READ MORE

  6. 10. Floating Infocenter : Alternate solutions for sustainable infrastructure

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

    Author : Vivek Kanade; Felix Söderström; [2021]
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    Abstract : Architect Fredrik Svedbrant is trying to build a floating island in Stockholm. To advertise and inform the public of this, the authors of this thesis have been tasked to design an infocenter which is to capture the spirit of the island while also trying to keep economics and sustainability in mind. READ MORE