Optimising Container Parking in Australian Terminals: A Simulation-Based Automation Approach
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| Paper/Presentation Title | Optimising Container Parking in Australian Terminals: A Simulation-Based Automation Approach |
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| Presentation Type | Paper |
| Authors | Ali, Kashif, Abdulla, Shahab and Ali, Mumtaz |
| Number of Pages | 4 |
| Year | 2025 |
| Conference/Event | Australasian Coasts and Ports 2025 Conference |
| Event Details | Rank A A A |
| Event Details | Australasian Coasts and Ports 2025 Conference Parent Australasian Coasts and Ports Conference Delivery In person Event Date 11 to end of 21 Aug 2025 Event Location Adelaide, Australia Event Venue Adelaide Convention Centre Event Web Address (URL) |
| Abstract | Australia's container terminals are facing increasing pressure due to rising trade volumes, leading to congestion and inefficiencies in space utilisation. Maximising terminal capacity through effective container parking strategies is critical to ensuring seamless operations. This research aims to discover innovative methods to maximise yard space in Australian container terminals, enabling them to store more containers within existing land constraints. The study investigates cutting-edge techniques for optimising container storage, including vertical space utilisation, modern yard layout concepts, and advanced container stacking strategies. By leveraging these approaches, the objective is to provide insights that allow terminals to handle a higher volume of containers, improving their operational effectiveness and competitiveness in international shipping. This paper presents a simulation-based approach using AnyLogic to evaluate an automated container parking system for optimised space allocation and improved terminal performance. The model incorporates real-world operational constraints such as container stacking rules, crane operations, and dynamic space requirements. Various automation strategies, including intelligent parking algorithms and real-time decision-making frameworks, are tested to assess their impact on space utilisation, container retrieval efficiency, and overall throughput. Simulation results demonstrate that automation significantly enhances terminal capacity by reducing container relocation moves, minimising idle times, and optimising yard storage density. Additionally, findings indicate that automated container management can lead to cost savings, improved turnaround times, and enhanced operational sustainability. The study provides valuable insights for port authorities, terminal operators, and policymakers seeking data-driven strategies to improve container terminal efficiency. |
| Keywords | intelligent parkingsystems; Container terminal automation; space optimisation; AnyLogic simulation; port efficiency |
| Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
| ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 400702. Automation engineering |
| Public Notes | Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions. |
| Byline Affiliations | UniSQ College |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/100947/optimising-container-parking-in-australian-terminals-a-simulation-based-automation-approach
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