Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics

30/05/2025

🚀 **Exciting News for Researchers and Policy Makers!** 🚀

We are thrilled to announce the publication of **Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025)** of the prestigious *Journal of Sustainable Development, Transport, and Logistics*! 🌍📖

This latest issue features groundbreaking research on **sustainable development, innovative transport solutions, and logistics advancements**, offering **critical insights** for academics, policymakers, and the wider public. The articles address **pressing global challenges**, providing **high-impact contributions** to the field.

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- [Article 2](https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/247)
- [Article 3](https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/241)
- [And more!](https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/issue/view/19)

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04/11/2024

Exciting News: Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics Now Indexed in ICI Journals Master List

We are thrilled to announce that our publication, the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics" (ISSN: 2520-2979), has successfully passed the rigorous evaluation process and is now indexed in the prestigious ICI Journals Master List database for 2023.

Following a thorough verification of our journal's functioning and impact throughout 2023, we have been assigned an impressive Index Copernicus Value (ICV) of 100.00. This outstanding score is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our editorial team, reviewers, and contributing authors.

Inclusion in the ICI Journals Master List 2023 signifies international recognition of our commitment to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research in the field of sustainable transportation and logistics.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has contributed to this remarkable achievement. Your unwavering support has been instrumental in reaching this significant milestone.

Stay tuned for more cutting-edge research and insightful articles in the forthcoming issues of the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics." Together, we will continue to drive innovation and shape the future of sustainable transportation practices.

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09/09/2024

**📊⚓ New research comparing the performance of Apapa Port and Tin Can Island Port in Nigeria published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Comparative analysis of hub and spoke seaport performance in Nigeria: Case of Apapa Port and Tin Can Island Port", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Evaluated and compared the operational performance of Apapa Port and Tin Can Island Port using specific port performance indicators 📈🚢
- Employed the Cobb-Douglas production function and Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method to analyze data sourced from the Nigeria Ports Authority's operational bulletin records 📊🔍
- Found that cargo throughput has a strong positive linear relationship with ship traffic, berth occupancy, turnaround time, and the number of employees[1]
- Results suggest that Tin Can Island Port is more productive, with an R² value of 98.79% compared to 85.89% for Apapa Port[1]
- Recommends that the Nigerian government should focus on reducing port congestion, improving road conditions leading to the ports, and streamlining port documentation processes to enhance operational efficiency[1]

This study contributes to the field of maritime transport and logistics by providing empirical evidence on the efficiency and productivity of Nigerian seaports. The findings highlight the importance of modern infrastructure and effective port operations in enhancing seaport performance.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/196

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Purpose : The primary aim of this study is to evaluate and compare the operational performance of two major seaports in Lagos, Nigeria – Apapa Port and Tin Can Island Port – using specific port performance indicators. Methodology : The study employs the Cobb-Douglas production function and the O...

09/09/2024

**🛢️🚚 New research on optimizing petroleum redistribution in Sri Lanka using a cost-benefit transportation model published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Optimizing petroleum redistribution in Sri Lanka: A cost-benefit transportation model", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Conducted a case study based on Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, the national oil and gas company and market leader in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰🛢️
- Focused on optimizing the redistribution process of Lanka Auto Diesel from the Kotagala depot to minimize routing costs 🎯💰
- Modelled the problem as a variant of the vehicle routing problem with a heterogeneous vehicle fleet, considering capacity and volume constraints 🚚📊
- Introduced a centralized vehicle routing problem to find the optimal path between clusters 🗺️✅
- Demonstrated potential cost savings of up to 32.35% compared to the company's existing method through computational investigation 💡📉

This study provides valuable insights for petroleum companies looking to optimize their redistribution processes and reduce transportation costs. The proposed cost-benefit transportation model can be adapted to similar contexts in other countries and industries.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/47

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This case study is based on Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, Sri Lanka, the national oil and gas company and market leader in Sri Lanka. The company’s outbound logistics consists of a centralized distribution method and a redistribution process of its products across the island. However, this study m...

09/09/2024

**🚗🌇 New research on the impact of autonomous vehicles on urban planning and tourism published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "An attempt to determine the impact of the implementation of autonomous vehicles on a larger scale on the planning of city transport systems", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Explored the potential impact of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on urban planning, sustainable urban development, and tourism through a conceptual study 🏙️🚗
- Reviewed and synthesized existing literature on AVs, urban planning, and tourism, and used case studies to illustrate potential effects 📚🔍
- Found that widespread adoption of AVs is likely to significantly impact urban planning, including changes in land use, infrastructure design, and transportation patterns[1]
- Highlighted the potential of AVs to contribute to sustainable urban development by reducing traffic congestion and air pollution[2][3]
- Identified potential implications for the tourism sector, such as spatial changes, new social inequalities, and changes in the overnight visitor economy[1][4]

The paper emphasizes the need for urban planners and tourism stakeholders to consider the potential impact of AVs in their decision-making processes and provides practical insights on how to prepare for and adapt to the widespread use of AVs[1][5][6].

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/217

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Purpose : This paper aims to explore the potential impact of autonomous vehicles (AVs) on urban planning, sustainable urban development, and tourism. Methodology : The paper is a conceptual study that reviews and synthesizes existing literature on AVs, urban planning, and tourism. It also uses case....

09/09/2024

**🛒📱 New research on factors influencing customer selection of omni-channel supermarket retailing published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Factors influencing customer selection of omni-channel supermarket retailing: An empirical study in Sri Lanka", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Conducted an empirical study using a questionnaire distributed among 384 supermarket customers in Sri Lanka 📋👥
- Identified four key factors influencing customer selection of omni-channel supermarket retailing: risk management, experience and expected performance, security aspects, and customer compatibilities 🔍🛒
- Found that each of these factors has an individual effect on customer omni-channel selection 📊💡
- Provided recommendations to enhance the value of existing or future omni-channel supply chains based on the findings 🎯📈
- Contributes to the understanding of customer behavior in omni-channel supermarket retailing, particularly in the context of a developing country like Sri Lanka 🌍💡

This study offers valuable insights for supermarket retailers looking to improve their omni-channel strategies and enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. The findings can also inform academic and practical discussions on supply chain management and e-commerce.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/28

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Purpose : This study aims to identify the factors affecting and impacting the Omni channel selection of customers in supermarket retailing, addressing a research gap in this area. Methodology : The researcher conducted an empirical study using a questionnaire distributed among 384 supermarket custom...

09/09/2024

**🚌😷 New research on the impact of COVID-19 on bus rapid transit system usage in Lagos State, Nigeria published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Impact of COVID-19 on bus rapid transit system usage in Lagos State, Nigeria: A comparative analysis", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Analyzed patronage levels of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Lagos State, Nigeria, before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic 📊🚌
- Collected primary data through an online survey, gathering socio-economic and travel information from respondents 📋👥
- Found significant changes in transport costs and trip frequencies across the three periods, with 56.41% of respondents spending N1501 and more weekly on transport after the pandemic 💰📈
- Identified factors influencing trip frequency, including seat availability, travel stability, driver attitude, ease of boarding and alighting, safety, travel time, and reliability 🔍🎯
- Contributes to understanding the nuanced effects of COVID-19 on public transportation, particularly within the context of BRT systems in Lagos State 🌍💡

This study provides valuable insights into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public transportation usage and suggests the development of appropriate strategies for future unforeseen circumstances.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/222

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Purpose : This study aims to analyse the patronage levels of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Lagos State, Nigeria, before, during, and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Methodology : Primary data were collected through an online survey distributed via Google Forms, gathering socio-economic and trav...

09/09/2024

🚗🌿 New research on life cycle assessment methodologies for passenger vehicles published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Comprehensive review of life cycle assessment methodologies for passenger vehicles", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌍🔬

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Conducted a systematic review of 75 English-language publications investigating passenger vehicles using the Scopus database, focusing on papers published between 2005 and November 2023 📚🔍
- Found that LCA conclusions for automotive vehicles can vary widely depending on the specific study's scope, methodology, and goals 🎯📊
- Emphasized the need for a holistic approach considering various drive technologies, production aspects, and local geographical conditions 🌐🔧
- Contributes to the field of environmental science and sustainability by synthesizing the current state of knowledge on the environmental impact of vehicles across their entire life cycle 🌍💡
- Provides insights that can inform policymakers, manufacturers, and consumers in their decisions regarding sustainable transportation solutions 🏛️🏭👥

This study highlights the importance of a nuanced and comprehensive approach to understanding and mitigating the environmental externalities of transportation.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/218

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Purpose : This paper aims to advance knowledge in the methodology of environmental life cycle assessment (LCA) for vehicles and to discern potential environmental and health burdens associated with combustion and electric vehicles. Methodology : A systematic review was conducted using the Scopus dat...

09/09/2024

**🚢🌊 New research on operational performance and service quality in inland waterway transport published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research article titled "Assessment of operational performance and service quality in inland waterway transport: A case study of Warri Southwest, Nigeria", which has just been published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌿🚚

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Investigated the factors influencing operational performance and service quality in inland waterway transport in Warri Southwest, Nigeria 🔍
- Found that cargo clearance, infrastructure quality, and storage facilities significantly impact the performance of agent operations 🏗️📦
- Demonstrated that staff performance directly affects the provision of logistical services, which in turn influences customer service 👥🤝
- Revealed that jetty operations do not significantly promote operational performance, and staff performance does not moderate the relationship between jetty operation and performance or cargo clearance and infrastructure level 🚢❌
- Provides valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of inland waterway transport in Nigeria and similar contexts 💡🎯

This study contributes to the growing body of literature on inland waterway transport by offering empirical evidence on the key determinants of operational performance and service quality[1][6].

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/205

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Purpose : This study aims to evaluate the operational performance and service quality of inland waterway transport in Warri Southwest, Nigeria, by examining the factors that influence them. Methodology : The study employs a quantitative research approach, using a structured questionnaire to collect....

09/09/2024

**🌾🚜 New research published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics" on sustainable production strategies in agricultural transport! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research work titled "Sustainable production strategies in agricultural transport: Balancing economic efficiency and environmental impact", which has just been published in the latest issue of the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌿🚚

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Presented a sustainable production strategy for parts and components of agricultural transport vehicles, focusing on minimizing production costs and reducing waste 💰🌿
- Proposed an optimization model for raw material selection and post-production waste utilization to achieve cost savings and reduce environmental impact ♻️📊
- Demonstrated that proper sizing of raw materials and a product diversification strategy for waste utilization can lower material costs, reduce environmental losses, and generate additional revenue streams 💡💸
- The study contributes to sustainable production management by offering a practical strategy model that balances economic efficiency and environmental concerns in the production of components for agricultural transport 🎯🔧

The findings provide valuable insights for manufacturers in the agricultural transport sector, highlighting the potential benefits of implementing sustainable production strategies.

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/219

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Purpose . This paper aims to present a sustainable production strategy for manufacturing parts and components for agricultural transport means, focusing on minimising production costs and post-production waste generation. Methodology . The research employs a case study approach, using participant ob...

09/09/2024

**🚚💰 New research on optimized cost allocation for carriers' collaboration published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are thrilled to announce the publication of our latest research article titled "Optimized Shapley value cost allocation model for carriers' collaboration in road haulage transportation" in the esteemed "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌿🚚

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Investigated the potential for significant profit or cost savings through collaboration among transportation carriers 🤝💰
- Proposed a cost allocation mechanism based on game theory to implement win-win collaboration among carriers 🎯
- Applied a Shapley value cost allocation model to fairly distribute cost savings from the operation of five grand coalitions formed by carriers 📊
- Optimized the Shapley values using a mixed integer programming model to realize optimal cost savings from the coalition 📈
- Identified the most significant coalitions contributing to optimal savings: S3 (N165,173,700.00) and S4 (N27,200,960.00) 🔍

This article is the result of a collaborative effort by researchers from various institutions in Nigeria. We express our gratitude to all co-authors for their valuable contributions to this work! 🇳🇬🤝

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://jsdtl.sciview.net/index.php/jsdtl/article/view/225

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Transportation carriers can achieve significant profit or cost savings if they collaborate rather than engage in wasteful competition among themselves. However, the challenge in cooperative game theory is finding the optimal cost allocation methods to support pecuniary expectations of coalition memb...

09/09/2024

**🚚📊 New research published in the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 📣**

We are excited to share our latest research work titled "Analysis of the use of logistics-telematics systems for cost reduction in a transport company", which has just been published in the latest issue of the "Journal of Sustainable Development of Transport and Logistics"! 🌿🚚

# # Key highlights of the article:

- Investigated the impact of telematics systems on cost reduction in a transport company 💰
- Analyzed operational data from vehicles of a company engaged in international freight transportation 🌍🚛
- Identified factors such as driving time, average axle load, and average speed that influence overall fuel consumption
- Provided recommendations for the effective use of telematics systems to optimize costs and increase profitability 📈

This article is the result of a collaborative effort by researchers from various institutions. We express our gratitude to all co-authors for their contributions to this work! 🤝

📥 Full text of the article is available at: https://doi.org/10.14254/jsdtl.2024.9-1.1

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Purpose : The main purpose of this paper is to investigate the extent to which real-time monitoring of vehicles and the collection of operational data about them through telematic systems can contribute to the reduction of operating costs in a transport company. The study focuses on specific factors...