%0 Journal Article %A Ricci, Stefano %A Marinacci, Cristiano %T Modelling Support for Maritime Terminals Planning and Operation %J TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation %V 4 %N 2 %P 235-242 %D 2010 %U ./Article_Modelling_Support_for_Maritime_Ricci,14,227.html %X The maritime terminal design process is a complex stepwise series of strategic decisions involving the engagement of a relevant amount of resources. In fact operating conditions near the maximum capacity cause congestion effects with negative consequences on regularity and quality service. Therefore, in order to maximise its effectiveness, a strong need of methodological support is required. With this aim the authors developed different methods and models capable of supporting some of these decisions: a regressive method for preliminary dimensioning of harbour terminals and a sea-side operation combinatorial model for traffic analysis and capacity estimation. They are able to be integrated in a chain of models taking into account dimensions and manoeuvrability of ships, terminal morphology, handling equipment, storage areas, etc., with the aim to support the planning process and operational management. %@ 2083-6473