In studies of properties of queues, for example in relation to Internet traffic, a subject that is of particular interest is the ‘shape’ of service time distribution. For example, we might wish to know whether the service time density is unimodal, suggesting that service time distribution is...

Port container trucking is currently one of the most challenging aspects of the love-hate relationship between ports and cities. This paper highlights important examples of emerging good practices at and around the marine port terminal. Hinterland connectivity and landside productivity are...