Berth Allocation Problem in Container Terminal TangerMed Morocco

Abstract

The container terminal industry faces the challenge of efficiently allocating berths for incoming vessels to maximize operational efficiency. The Berth Allocation Problem (BAP) is a fundamental issue that must be addressed, especially in busy ports such as TangerMed in Morocco. To tackle this problem, a real case study was conducted, focusing on optimizing the BAP at TangerMed. The study proposes a simplified linear integer programming model that considers the mooring time and initial berthing location on a single continuous quay at X-Port. This model was implemented using the PuLP Package in Python, and the results were displayed on a time-space diagram. The proposed approach is expected to improve seaport management and enhance the quality of operational services, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and profitability for the terminal