Chassis reallocation in doublestack container transportation systems

This paper addresses the issue of chassis logistics associated with containerized freight movements in the intermodal transportation industry. The focus of the associated research effort is the development of a model that provides solutions to chassis logistic problems that typically occur in industry. Subsequent to model development is the incorporation of the model into a software system that provides decision support for chassis fleet management on a continuing basis. Requirements for such a system include the ability to provide solutions in a reasonable time frame while featuring a favorable operating environment for the user. Chassis logistics problems are similar in structure to other problems in the transportation applications.