Hamburg Port Consulting (HPC) presented the most promising simulation outcome to Chilean Puerto Rico Central (PCE) concerning the yard optimization and simulation study to the full satisfaction of Puerto Central.
The presentation was conducted by HPC’s Head of Simulation, Dr. Nils Kemme and Terminal Optimisation Specialist, Pascal Brockmann.
Specifically, the benefits arising from the simulation are an insight into future-proof multi-purpose operation that enables advanced container operations without affecting bulk and RoRo operations.
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Moreover, HPC developed operational optimization options, as as enhanced cargo stacking strategies, allocation patterns of RTG and reallocation of terminal areas for container stacking, eventually leading to improved traffic flows, equipment productivities and safety.
The options above were trialled by simulation, focusing on various traffic volume forecasts and harmonised cargo operations.
Furthermore, HPC acknowledged the most auspicious optimization options, that are helpful to PCE. The options are:
- Rise of the quayside productivity about 20%, without the addition yard handling equipment;
- Capacity development of more than 40% by optimizing existing operations and reallocating available yard areas;
- Ensuring the already existent service levels at the gate for external container trucks, despite increased traffic volumes.
In this regard, HPC advised PCE on the sequence of options’ implementation. As of now, PCE already started the first phase.