Essays about: "shipping"

Showing result 36 - 40 of 336 essays containing the word shipping.

  1. 36. Package Concept for High Variation Products to Improve Production : Package Development and Implementation to Improve Production of Heavy and High Variation Products

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktrealisering

    Author : Oliver Hjertstedt Otterström; [2023]
    Keywords : Package; improve production; pallet; pallet handling; package in production; pallets in production; pallets;

    Abstract : Within the Master’s program in mechanical engineering at Linköping University, this thesis project unfolds in collaboration with Metso Sweden, specifically at their Sala factory. Focused on addressing challenges in packaging processes for Metso’s VASA-line slurry pumps, the project endeavors to devise a concept that not only meets global shipping requirements but also enhances factory output. READ MORE

  3. 37. 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. 38. Digitalization for the better? A case study of the role of MA in a dynamic capabilities process for digital transformation.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Sumit Sharma; [2022-06-30]
    Keywords : Digital transformation; Management accounting; Dynamic capabilities; EDI; API; MCS; Sensing; Seizing; Reconfiguring;

    Abstract : Dynamic capabilities are the antecedent of organizational and strategic routine by which managers alter their resource base to generate new value which creates strategies. The role of management accounting has largely been overlooked in the sense that previous literature has delineated its capacity to aid with strategic decision-making by moving away from its bean counter stereotype. READ MORE

  5. 39. Supply chain integration and the end- customers’ relationships: : The case of a Scandinavian International Service Provider

    University essay from Jönköping University

    Author : Anabela Milakovic; Hadi Al Homsi; [2022]
    Keywords : Supply Chain Integrations; End-Customer Relationships; Performance; Maritime Transportation; Logistics and Distribution;

    Abstract : Background: In recent times, the maritime shipping industry has been facing several challenges due to higher shipping costs caused by delayed deliveries and underperformance damaging the relationship between operating companies and end-customers. Researchers have shown the potential usefulness of an integrated supply chain system as it helps improve business results and end-customer relationships. READ MORE

  6. 40. Real-time Optimal Braking for Marine Vessels with Rotating Thrusters

    University essay from KTH/Matematik (Avd.)

    Author : Sigurlaug Rún Jónsdóttir; [2022]
    Keywords : Nonlinear optimization; nonlinear optimal control; numerical optimal control; real-time solution; optimal braking; receding horizon; modeling; ship model; propeller forces; rudder forces; direct multiple shooting method; discretization;

    Abstract : Collision avoidance is an essential component of autonomous shipping. As ships begin to advance towards autonomy, developing an advisory system is one of the first steps. An advisory system with a strong collision avoidance component can help the crew act more quickly and accurately in dangerous situations. READ MORE