Purpose: Network design of the supply chain is an important and strategic aspect of logistics management. In this paper, we address the network design problem specific to packaged gases (cylinder) supply chain. We propose an integrated framework that allows for the determination of the optimal...

The network design problem with relays arises in telecommunications and distribution systems where the payload must be reprocessed at intermediate stations called relays on the route from its origin to its destination. In fiber-optic networks, for example, optical signals may be regenerated...

In recent years terrorism activities have been increasing in scope worldwide as well as the global warming process has had a direct impact on the weather in various climates, subjecting countries around the world to unusually severe storms. Thus for the policy maker it is not only a matter of...