Port Management

English
EXC 3652
7.5 Credits

Introduction

The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of various port management aspects as well as transportation modes used in international transports, with an emphasis on multimodal and intermodal transport operations. It provides a broader framework around shipping management and helps to relate sea transportation to other transport modes. An important aspect is also the understanding of the port as a multimodal link in the supply chains.

Course content

Overview of ports, multimodal and intermodal transport
Road transportation
Railway transportation
Bulk shipping
Container shipping
RORO shipping and ports
Port operational planning
Port prices
Port governance models
Dry ports and hinterland logistics

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