Port Infrastructure

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lincoln Flor ◽  
Enzo Defilippi
Keyword(s):  
Port Infrastructure

Development of Infrastructure and Logistics Support for Russian Grain Exports

2020 ◽  
pp. 2-9
Author(s):  
A.I. Altukhov ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Black Sea ◽  
Throughput Capacity ◽  
Grain Production ◽  
Railway Stations ◽  
Commodity Flows ◽  
The Baltic ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
Market Infrastructure

The article reveals the main reasons that hinder the development of infrastructure and logistics of Russian grain exports. These include, first of all, the underdevelopment of production, transport and market infrastructure; traditional discrepancy between the placement of grain production volumes and the capacities of elevators and granaries; significant stretching of rail and road communications, as well as shortcomings in the use of vehicles; the imperfection of the logistics schemes for the promotion of grain cargo and the relatively high cost of the services provided during their storage and transshipment. Therefore, the accelerated development of infrastructure and transport and logistics support for grain export deliveries in the country should include: an increase of almost one and a half times the nominal grain transshipment capacity; priority development of port infrastructure in the Baltic and Azov-Black Sea basins; increase in throughput capacity of port railway stations, access roads and highways; improving the management of grain commodity flows, the basis of which should be the introduction and development of the principles, forms and methods of logistics, the development and implementation of logistics schemes; reduction of infrastructure and logistics costs within the vertical grain supply chain.

scholarly journals The Importance of Maritime Transport for Economic Growth in the European Union: A Panel Data Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (14) ◽  
pp. 7961
Author(s):  
Alexandra Fratila (Adam) ◽  
Ioana Andrada Gavril (Moldovan) ◽  
Sorin Cristian Nita ◽  
Andrei Hrebenciuc
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
European Union ◽  
Panel Data ◽  
Panel Data Analysis ◽  
Maritime Transport ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Panel Data Regression ◽  
Green Investment ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
The Impact

Maritime transport is one of the main activities of the blue economy, which plays an important role in the EU. In this paper, we aim to assess the impact of maritime transport, related investment, and air pollution on economic growth within 20 countries of the European Union, using eight panel data regression models from 2007 to 2018. Our results confirm that maritime transport, air pollutants (NOx and SO2) from maritime transport, and investment in maritime port infrastructure are indeed positively correlated with economic growth. In other words, an increase of 10% in these factors has generated an associated increase in economic growth rate of around 1.6%, 0.4%, 0.8%, and 0.7% respectively. Alongside the intensity of economic maritime activities, pollution is positively correlated with economic growth, and thus it is recommended that policymakers and other involved stakeholders act to diminish environmental impacts in this sector using green investment in port infrastructure and ecological ships, in accordance with the current European trends and concerns.

scholarly journals Fertilizer distribution flows and logistic costs in Brazil: changes and benefits arising from investments in port terminals

2018 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 407-422 ◽  
Author(s):  
Débora da Costa Simões ◽  
José Vicente Caixeta-Filho ◽  
Udatta S. Palekar
Keyword(s):  
Linear Programming ◽  
Programming Model ◽  
Mato Grosso ◽  
Port Development ◽  
Full Capacity ◽  
Port System ◽  
Infrastructure Investments ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
The Impact ◽  
A Current

This study analyzes the impact of anticipated investments to alter Brazilian port infrastructure on fertilizer flows and fertilizer transportation logistics costs using a linear programming model designed for the task. The most notable among these investments are directed toward accelerating port development in Brazil’s “Northern-Arc”, thereby increasing fertilizer supply to new markets opening throughout the country’s expanding agricultural frontier, particularly in northern Mato Grosso state, while increasing supply to existing markets. Results from model runs show that the anticipated port infrastructure investments should ensure nationwide fertilizer logistics savings of US$ 845 million over the 2017 through 2025 period. Although these estimated benefits are outstanding, the study indicates that further expansion of Brazil’s port system, particularly in the Northern-Arc, presents additional opportunities. Model projections were that in 2025, after all planned infrastructure improvements are operational, port terminals will be near full capacity, which should make planning for future projects a current priority.

scholarly journals DESIGN AND REALIZATION OF A SANDBAR BREAKWATER, LEKKI, NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
pp. 7
Author(s):  
Bart-Jan van der Spek ◽  
Bas van de Sande ◽  
Eelco Bijl ◽  
Cypriaan Hendrikse ◽  
Sanne Poortman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construction Material ◽  
West African ◽  
Gulf Of Guinea ◽  
Construction Time ◽  
The West ◽  
West African Coast ◽  
African Coast ◽  
Coastal Retreat ◽  
Natural Dynamics ◽  
Port Infrastructure

The nature-based concept of the Sandbar Breakwater was born based on the typical natural dynamics of the West African coast (Gulf of Guinea). Learning from the development and coastal impact of the existing port infrastructure in West Africa, the application of sand as a construction material for marine infrastructure seemed very obvious. Along this coast, ports experience heavy sedimentation at the western updrift side of the breakwaters, leading to the rapid burying of valuable armour rock. The Sandbar Breakwater concept is based on this principle by using natural accretion as the basis for the port protection. Such a concept is advantageous as a large sediment drift naturally supplements the sand lling works during construction and the required rock volumes are reduced signicantly, saving construction time and minimising the environmental impact. To counteract the downdrift coastal retreat, a replenishable sand engine completes the scheme. The realisation of a Sandbar Breakwater at Lekki, Nigeria, in 2018, with subsequent safe and continuous port operations, proves the feasibility of the concept. Sustainable future development is further pursued by integrated maintenance campaigns following the Building with Nature principles to guarantee the operability of the port while preserving the alongshore sediment balance and minimising the environmental impact.Recorded Presentation from the vICCE (YouTube Link): https://youtu.be/-1wCqqB9f8E

scholarly journals Concept for the Developmen of the North-South International Transport Corridor

2020 ◽  
pp. 141-147
Author(s):  
Ekaterina Kryukova
Keyword(s):  
Transport System ◽  
International Standards ◽  
Rolling Stock ◽  
Special Role ◽  
Integrated Network ◽  
Passenger Traffic ◽  
The North ◽  
International Transport ◽  
Economic Zones ◽  
Port Infrastructure

The development of the international transport corridor plays a special role in the development of the transport system. Russian special economic zones do not form an integrated network; they can be characterized as separate isolated innovation-oriented elements in the economic space of the low-tech Russian economy. Research in the field of expanding the theoretical apparatus on the above issues has shown that the general understanding of the term “international transport system” includes a set of elements that provide significant international freight and passenger traffic between separate geographical areas, includes rolling stock and stationary devices of all modes of transport working in this direction, as well as a set of technological, organizational and legal conditions for the implementation of these transportation. As part of the study, the analysis of three options for the route of the international transport corridor “North-South” is proposed: transportation of goods by rail, western branch, eastern branch. Based on the results of the study, it is determined that the creation, development and operation of a free economic zone of a port type will create an impetus for the high-quality and efficient port infrastructure that will meet international standards and be one of the factors for attracting freight carriers.

scholarly journals REVIEW OF BEARING CAPACITY AND SETTLEMENT OF PILE FOUNDATION IN PORT INFRASTRUCTURE

Pondasi ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Adi Sunarno ◽  
Rinda Karlinasari ◽  
Abdul Rochim
Keyword(s):  
Bearing Capacity ◽  
Pile Foundation ◽  
Pile Group ◽  
Standard Penetration Test ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Lateral Deflection ◽  
Economic Progress ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
Pile Length ◽  
Group Pile

ABSTRACTThe rapid infrastructure development is one of the indicators on the country economic progress. Indonesia as one of the largest archipelagic countries in the world, should be prioritized the port infrastructure to support the maritime. One of the government’s solutions is infrastructure development of Kuala Tanjung port. This research analyzed bearing capacity and settlement of single and group pile foundation on port infrastructure of Kuala Tanjung so it is known that the port is safe to use. The data used are Standard Penetration Test data with soil stratigraphy that is clay and sand. The type of foundation used is Concrete Spun Pile 1000 mm and 600 mm with a pile length of 36 meters. The data are then analyzed by manual calculation and Allpile 6.5E program based on Reese method and methods such as Vesic and Converse-Labarre. The results showed that single pile foundations of 1000 mm and 600 mm each had allowable capacity (Qall) 492.78-538.81 ton and 110.65-128.31 ton, with vertical load (Q) of 330.90 ton, settlement 0.56-1.17 cm and 3.32-3.64 cm, lateral deflection 27.50 cm and 94.90 cm. While the 1000 mm and 600 mm pile group foundations respectively have Qall 8717.31-10796.29 tons and 2059.25-2566.32 tons, with Q of 6618 tons, settlement 0.56-1.68 cm and 3.32-3.64 cm, lateral deflection of 2.49 cm and 19.49 cm. The conclusion of the research indicates that the safe pile foundation used is 1000 mm group pile foundation. Keywords: Bearing Capacity; Foundations; Pile Foundation; Port Infrastructure; Settlement

scholarly journals Formulation of technogenic underwater noise problem as a factor of state marine and transport policy

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (397) ◽  
pp. 115-126
Author(s):  
V. Tarovik ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Physical Phenomenon ◽  
Transportation Policy ◽  
Research Centre ◽  
Underwater Noise ◽  
Economic Competition ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Sonar Systems ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
Technogenic Noise

Object and purpose of research. The study addresses the technogenic underwater noise issues with a view to environmental and competitive challenges, as well as the Navy interests. Materials and methods. The issues studied in this investigation are relatively new for the Russian shipbuilding, shipping and marine activities, and the first step to systematic studies should be formulation of a technogenic noise problem as a physical phenomenon, which have to be considered in the state marine and transportation policy. The paper uses results of design studies performed in Krylov State research Centre, as well as information from mass media. The main sources of the technogenic underwater noise are coastal industries and port infrastructure, marine oil & gas structures, transport and ice-breaking vessels. Main results. It is concluded that a special-purpose integrated target program should be formulated and performed, whose result would be systematization of research and design projects aimed at the analysis, regulation and standardization of technogenic underwater noise parameters of various marine technologies. Conclusion. Technogenic underwater noise is directly related to the safety of marine ecosystems. In addition, it is a factor of commercial and large-scale economic competition in the international community. In future the technogenic underwater noise of marine facilities may become an instrument of competition for the opportunity and right to exploit Russian oil & gas deposits, as well as to use Russian Arctic routes. Against the backdrop of these two factors, the Navy interests are obviously to raise the efficiency of fixed and mobile sonar systems in the environment of high technogenic noise produced by civil marine activities.

scholarly journals Optimal transit corridors for Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tesfaye B. Takele ◽  
Tassew D. Tolcha
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
High Capacity ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Petroleum Products ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Direct Access ◽  
Empirical Literature ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Port Infrastructure

Background: Ethiopia has been landlocked since Eritrea, a former province, gained independence. Its imports and exports by sea are now sent via neighbouring coastal states, mainly Djibouti, and it needs to ensure sustainable access to multiple transit corridors.Objective: This article aims to evaluate alternative transit corridors to Ethiopia in terms of basic port infrastructure, and logistics costs. The findings provide insights to inform policy on securing reliable maritime access to the country.Method: This study adopts a case study approach by using secondary data to evaluate alternative transit corridors. Following a critical review of theoretical and empirical literature, descriptive statistics are presented using tables, graphs and charts.Results: Low-cost, high-capacity and high-frequency global maritime freight trade is easier through Djibouti than through Mombasa in Kenya or Port Sudan, owing to its better liner shipping connectivity. Thus, Ethiopia should continue to import containerised cargo through the Port of Djibouti. However, direct access to the sea is also important for national defence and security.Conclusion: Ethiopia should therefore secure access through multiple ports to safeguard national security, regardless of economic feasibility. This can be realised by directing break-bulk, dry bulk and petroleum products through ports in Sudan and Kenya. In addition, particular emphasis should be given to seaports closest to the country’s economic centre, such as Berbera in Somaliland and Asseb and Massawa in Eritrea.

scholarly journals Analisis Pengukuran Daya Saing Destinasi Wisata Berbasis Tourism and Travel Competitiveness Index

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuviani Kusumawardhani
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Air Transportation ◽  
Transportation Infrastructure ◽  
Literature Study ◽  
Travel And Tourism ◽  
Tourist Destinations ◽  
Destination Competitiveness ◽  
Competitiveness Index ◽  
Classical Economic ◽  
Port Infrastructure

<p align="center"><strong>ABSTRACT</strong></p><p>Porter's theory of international competitiveness departs from his belief that classical economic theory that explains comparative advantage is inadequate. A country's competitiveness is determined by the ability of industries to innovate and improve their capabilities. Tourism is currently the star for countries to improve their performance. The Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index can provide support for countries that want to improve their tourism competitiveness. Literature study in a journal entitled "Measuring Competitiveness Objectives: Application of the Competitiveness Index for Travel and Tourism (2007)" can be a benchmark for measuring Indonesia's tourism power. The advantages of Indonesian tourism so far are still based on the low price factor, but the low price factor is an effective competitiveness factor. This makes Indonesia need to improve other factors that can become more effective competitiveness factors, such as ICT Readiness, Air Transportation Infrastructure, Environmental Sustainability, Land and Port Infrastructure, and Tourist Services Infrastructure.</p><p><strong><em>Keywords: </em></strong><em>Competitiveness, Tourist Destinations, TTCI, Tourism</em></p><p align="center"><strong> </strong></p><p align="center"><strong>ABSTRAK</strong></p><p>Teori Porter tentang daya saing nasional berangkat dari keyakinannya bahwa teori ekonomi klasik yang menjelaskan tentang keunggulan komparatif tidak mencukupi. Daya saing suatu negara ditentukan oleh kemampuan industri melakukan inovasi dan meningkatkan kemampuannya. Pariwisata saat ini menjadi primadona bagi negara-negara untuk meningkatkan perekonomiannya. <em>Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index</em> dapat memberikan gagasan bagi negara-negara yang ingin meningkatkan daya saing pariwisatanya. Studi kepustakaan pada jurnal yang berjudul “<em>Measuring Destination Competitiveness: An Application of the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index</em> (2007)” dapat menjadi sebuah tolak ukur bagaimana mengukur daya saing pariwisata Indonesia. Keunggulan pariwisata Indonesia selama ini masih bertopang pada faktor harga yang murah, namun faktor harga murah pada kenyataannya bukan menjadi salah satu faktor daya saing yang efektif. Hal ini membuat Indonesia perlu melakukan peningkatan pada faktor lainnya yang dapat menjadi faktor daya saing yang lebih efektif, seperti pada <em>ICT Readiness, Air Transportation Infrastructure, Environmental Sustainability, Ground and Port Infrastructure, </em>dan<em> Tourist Service Infrastructure</em>.</p><p><strong>Kata Kunci</strong>: Daya Saing, Destinasi Wisata, TTCI, Pariwisata</p>

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