Simulation of truck congestion in Chennai port

The primary focus of this study is to understand the current port operating condition and recommend short term measures to improve traffic condition in the port of Chennai. The cause of congestion is identified based on the data collected and observation made at port gates as well as at terminal gates in Chennai port. A simulation model for the existing road layout is developed in micro-simulation software VISSIM and is calibrated to reflect the prevailing condition inside the port. The data such as truck origin/destination, hourly inflow and outflow of trucks, speed, and stopping time at checking booths are used as input. Routing data is used to direct traffic to specific terminal or dock within the port. Several alternative scenarios are developed and simulated to get results of the key performance indicators. A comparative and detailed analysis of these indicators is used to evaluate recommendations to reduce congestion inside the port.

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