PhD and MSc Theses
Through their work, MSc and PhD students contribute to our scientific and societal impact with many, often timeless topics. We list a number of completed projects below. Further details regarding these can be found in the TU Delft Repository . If you're looking for a subject for your master thesis the below might provide you with a source of inspiration. For more information please contact Prof.dr.ir. Lori Tavaszy . PhD Graduates Please find below the links to relevant keyword searches with filters in the repository. These are suggestions for searching under the given category. Logistics (Filter: Doctoral Thesis) | Freight (Filter: Doctoral Thesis) More customized searches can be made in the TU Delft Repository . A few sample titles have also been listed below. PhD Graduates Thesis Title (For report, see TU Delft Repository ) Graduation Halim, R.A. Strategic Modeling of Global Container Transport Networks 13/03/2017 Wan Ahmad, W.N.K. Contextual Factors of Sustainable Supply Chain Management Practices in the Oil and Gas Industry 16/09/2016 Anand, N. An Agent Based Modelling Approach for Multi-Stakeholder Analysis of City Logistics Solutions 17/09/2015 Davydenko, I.Y. Logistics Chains in Freight Transport Modelling 26/05/2015 Dente, S. The stakes of circulation in sustainable societies: logistics and functional economy 11/09/2013 Zhang, M. A Freight Transport Model for Integrated Network, Service, and Policy Design 22/08/2013 Van Duin, J.H.R. Logistics Concept Development in Multi-Actor Environments 23/10/2012 Mahr, T. Vehicle Routing under Uncertainty 21/09/2011 MSc Graduates Please find below the links to relevant keyword searches with filters in the repository. These are suggestions and examples for searching under the given category. Logistics (Filter: Master Thesis) | Freight (Filter: Master Thesis) More customized searches can be made in the TU Delft Repository . A few sample titles have also been listed below. MSc Graduates Thesis Title (For report, see TU Delft Repository ) Graduation Izaak Geursen Airline Fleet Planning Problem using Reinforcement Learning **/01/2021 Klifman, M. Fast train service for fresh produce (FastForward) 21/12/2020 Bharadwaj, I. Efficiency of distribution centre trips (Rijkswaterstaat) 14/12/2020 Strikwerda, N. Automated air cargo terminal design (NACO) 27/11/2020 Mientjes, G. Port strategy in the Physical Internet (P.A. Rotterdam) 23/11/2020 Ramasubramaniam, S. Industry 4.0 and supply chain resilience 23/11/2020 Valdivia, D, IT architecture for self-organizing transport (Primevision) 30/10/2020 Liu, R. Strategic fit between innovations and supply chains 22/10/2020 Honk, Q. van Design of a construction logistics hub (City of Amsterdam) 16/10/2020 Duurling, K. van Shared last-mile parcel delivery (Significance) 09/10/2020 Chung, E. Citywide LEV charging networks (Districon) 28/09/2020 Houtsma, Y, A self-organizing parcel network (Primevision) 28/09/2020 Lomba Vrouenraets, M. Optimizing can procurement for a brewer (Heineken) 25/09/2020 Schutte, N. Collaborative ground handling of air freight (Schiphol) 25/09/2020 Son, K. van der Perceptions of Physical Internet (City of Rotterdam) 21/09/2020 Vermeulen, M. Impact of actor interactions within a port call (Maersk) 10/09/2020 Pronk, E. New mobility and network resilience (TNO) 31/08/2020 Nijland, D. A company level Industry 4.0 innovation roadmap (Yara) 26/08/2020 Ijaz, M. A game for sharing logistics (TU Delft Gamelab) 26/08/2020 Luik, S. van Digital/physical Internet analogy 21/08/2020 Meulblok, V. Consolidation of parcel networks (PostNL) 17/08/2020 Jaap-Jan van der Steeg Berth Planning and Disruption Recovery: A Simulation Approach (Macomi) **/07/2021 Arjun, N. Urban delivery network optimization with EV’s (Panteia) 21/07/2020 Alebeek, S. van Optimization of ground handling of air freight (Schiphol) 12/06/2020 Genius, A. Parcel locker network optimization (TNO) 12/05/2020 Helmer, J. Patient allocation for hospitals (Franciscus Vlietland) 06/03/2020 Johanna Korte An Aircraft and Schedule Integrated Approach to Improve Cockpit Crew Pairings (Transavia) **/12/2019 Eijkern, A. van Hybrid warehouse configurations at IKEA 19/12/2019 Schoot, C. van der Store replenishment strategies for Albert Heijn 13/12/2019 Karamanou, M. Material hub for circular waste management 13/12/2019 Boogaard, R. van den Freight network model and strategies for Brazil 13/12/2019 Kreumer, J. Optimization of reservation system for Center Parks 10/12/2019 Caminada, S. Game based choice modelling for physical internet 04/12/2019 Kallioupi, K. Supply chain mapping for concrete recycling 27/11/2019 Kang, Z. Evaluation of perishable goods storage options for KLM 22/11/2019 Maarse, N. Anticipatory information for gate boarding at KLM 20/11/2019 De Vries, M. Effects of internalization policies on modal shift (Panteia) 18/11/2019 Vlot, Th. Self-organizing routing in parcel networks (Primevision) 18/11/2019 Frouws, E. Healthcare logistics demand mapping for PostNL 13/11/2019 Loubna Aammari Solving the Less-Than-Container Load Shipping Problem over Multiple Ports (Ab Ovo) **/10/2019 Gan, Z. Simulation model for the port Nautical Chain (PoR) 21/10/2019 Apparcel, M. Modelling of contextual factors of port choice 27/09/2019 Nasir, M. Firm synthesis method for freight modelling 26/09/2019 Navneet, K. Robustness of multimodal transport networks 24/09/2019 Ter Laag, M. Transferable urban freight model for CO 2 reduction 23/09/2019 Hilverda, I. Logistics of batteries for e-vessels in the port 16/09/2019 Verbruggen, L. Benchmarking of asset management in maritime ports 16/09/2019 Martinez de Ubago, M. Scenarios for ports in the Physical Internet 30/08/2019 Shrivastava, S. Information flow design for outsourced production 30/08/2019 Kastanya, G. AI based prescriptive model for vehicle type use at DHL 30/08/2019 Zamorano de Blas, R. Supply chain loss reduction management at Kraft-Heinz 29/08/2019 Janse, E. Inventory management of counter retail medicines 29/08/2019 Wei Wu, T. Optimization of Schiphol’s cargo handling processes 26/08/2019 Raj, R. Transport delay management for a large chemical plant 23/08/2019 Sitorus, I. Indonesia’s freight network design under uncertainty 23/08/2019 Menno Oudshoorn Solving a Real-World Rail Maintenance Scheduling Problem using Meta-Heuristic Algorithms (Macomi) **/07/2019 Munsters, D. Decision rules for KLM spare part maintenance 15/07/2019 Locht, J. Information reliability modelling for port processes 15/07/2019 Voster, J. Adaptive policy for ports in physical internet scenarios 12/07/2019 Bosdijk, N. Simulation model for KLM spare part maintenance 12/07/2019 Saraber, I. Optimization of air cargo network configurations for KLM 04/06/2019 Munters, A. Multi-stakeholder design of container terminal in Ethiopia 26/04/2019 Wiel, D van Effects of automation on port traffic management 24/04/2019 Steenhuis, B. Strategic logistic network design for a pure-play E-grocer 01/04/2019 Van Alphen, M. Sorting center layout for PostNL 13/02/2019 Bhat, M. Contextual factors of sustainable supply chain practices 20/12/2018 Pandarahally, J. The contribution of ERP to Green supply chain performance: 14/11/2018 Bal, I. A simultaneous vehicle type/shipment size choice model 22/10/2018 Wicaksono, S. Market Potential of Bicycle Crowd-shipping 15/10/2018 Thoen, S. A behavioral shipment-based model of freight tour formation 15/10/2018 Karampelas, D. Cooperation policies for rail in the port hinterland 11/10/2018 Hasanah, U. Collaboration in Intermodal Inland Waterway Transportation 08/10/2018 Angoudi, R. Multi-stakeholder assessment of city logistics using BWM 28/09/2018 Rajkov, D. Blockchain for aircraft spare part management 20/09/2018 Altimani, M. Demand Forecasting for Cosmetics Manufacturer 31/08/2018 Delucchi, F. Predicting the results of City Hub’s Business model 27/08/2018 Diran, D. Fleet Optimization for Offshore Substation Maintenance 27/08/2018 Tim Jonker Optimising Container Handling Equipment Operations on a Container Terminal (TBA) **/07/2018 Ellens, M. Location of multi-facility machinery manufacturing 20/07/2018 Tsilimeni, A. Blockchain technology in Crude Palm Oil Supply chain 25/05/2018 Garcia Milan, M. Global Data Synchronization Network for Consumer Goods 26/03/2018 Wong, W. Measuring operational efficiency of mail delivery 23/02/2018 Evers, J. Demand forecast models for online supermarkets (Picnic) 12/02/2018 Bank, D. Factors causing peak energy consumption of reefers 12/02/2018 De Bruijn, J. Transparence in the consumer goods chain with blockchain 22/01/2018 Rouppe vd Voort, M. Matching shipments with the idle capacity of barges 18/01/2018 Kalicharan, S. IoT in an avocado supply chain 18/12/2017 An, R. Visibility in Physical Internet Ports: architecture design 18/12/2017 Mol, M. Synchronized End-State Cross-Docking for Online Grocer 23/10/2017 Vaessen, M. Virtual Demand Point for order allocation at Heineken 09/10/2017 Beemster, D. The floriculture chain for the year 2025 (FloraHolland) 09/10/2017 Munaron, V. Demand Volatility at Infineon Technologies 29/09/2017 Dimitripoulos, H. Collaborative Approach to Supply Network Planning 18/09/2017 Meijs, L. Global Air Cargo Flows Estimation Based on OD Trade Data 07/09/2017 Nunez-Araya, P Supply base analysis, a process-based approach 30/08/2017 Gatti, F. The impact of logistics consulting in the humanitarian sector 28/08/2017 Scarabello, E. A sustainability maturity for medical device manufacturers 28/08/2017 He, Y. Responsible integrated passenger and freight transportation 28/08/2017 Aelfers, S. Sustainable transport packaging solutions for dry groceries 25/08/2017 Papakonstantinou, Th. Sustainability Criteria in Package Design 25/08/2017 Sickler, F. KLM Cargo chain: trucking and data communication 24/08/2017 Busse, T. Platooning on a string of intersections 23/08/2017 Francisconi, M. Blockchain technology in port logistics (PortBase) 22/08/2017 Kaynak, D. Distribution Network Design Healthcare Service Parts 21/08/2017 Brandt, J. Order pairing in the Petrol Station Replenishment Problem 14/07/2017 De Groot, F. Co-innovation of Small-Scale City Logistics Facilities 22/05/2017 Mastenbroek, I. Redesigning process of debriefing parcels at PostNL 15/05/2017 Van Beuningen, J. Business model design for flower delivery with E-bikes 27/03/2017 Van Roekel, W. Improving international logistics performance measurement 20/03/2017 Clearesta, E. Multimodal Freight Transport Network Design for Indonesia 20/02/2017 Van de Vorst, W. Predicted and planned spare parts management (RET) 02/12/2016 Liu, W. Importance of Factors for Transport Modes in Freight 01/12/2016 Kothadiya, O. Service quality for airline ground services 25/11/2016 Tali, B. Container shippers' freight transport mode choice behavior 30/09/2016 Stubbé, F. Logistical processes for 2020 at Royal FloraHolland 30/09/2016 Ramic, D. Development of tri-modal inland container terminal: CTT 28/09/2016 Postma, E. A strategic air freight forecasting model 08/09/2016 Kishore, A. Estimation of vehicle stop time during last mile deliveries 29/08/2016 Parolas, G. ETA prediction for containerships at the Port of Rotterdam 24/08/2016 Martila, L. Establishment of logistics clusters in Indonesia 24/08/2016 Fahmiasari, H. Inland Logistics Hub in North Sulawesi Province 24/08/2016 De Milliano, A. Supply concept for nanostores at NS train stations 18/08/2016 Esteban, L. Implications of 3D printing on pharmaceutical logistics 07/07/2016 Robroeks, J. Matching for horizontal collaboration in road transport 30/05/2016 Van Wulffen Palthe, L. Port selection based on attraction and competition 23/05/2016 Lecona, J. Pricing Approach for Synchromodal Transportation 29/04/2016 Beck, S. Refugee Camp Logistics 10/03/2016 Schonewille, G. Transport Cost for Freight Carriers on the Last Mile 18/02/2016 Braams, P. Vertical Collaboration in a Two-Level Supply Chain 22/01/2016 Faisal, A.A. Designing National Freight Maritime Network in Indonesia 18/12/2015 Bauwens, J.M.O. A Dynamic Roadmap for City Logistics towards 2025 19/11/2015 Meissner, C. Trust building in logistics cooperations: a conceptual model 05/11/2015 Ramgolam, R.W. Designing an approach to reduce carton waste 29/10/2015 Van den Berg, M. LNG as fuel for inland waterway vessels 30/09/2015 Oomen, V.A.M. The wasted Disposables in Dutch Hospital’s health care 04/09/2015 Degen, M.J.M. Design and evaluation of a Trust-tool in a VMI-environment 28/08/2015 Sonneveld, A.M.H. Uncertainties in the dairy future of Sub-Saharan Africa 27/08/2015 Nispeling, T. Multi-Criteria Supplier Selection in the Edible Oil Industry 27/08/2015 Lee, Y. Dealing with carbon credit points in city logistics domain 09/07/2015 Tzimourtos, G. Air Freight Transport: strategic modelling on global scale 01/06/2015 Rakers, T.J. Design of the process flow of surgical instrument trays 08/05/2015 Van den Berg, S.G. The created value of an Urban Consolidation Centre 26/03/2015 Nyabusore, J.C. Green Freight Supply Chain Leadership 13/03/2015 Ye, M. The Impact of 3D Printing on the World Container Transport 12/03/2015 Heij, R. Peak shaving electricity consumption at container terminals 23/02/2015 Bakker, S.W. Improving the performance of the trolley supply chain 26/11/2014 Sadaghiani, S. External Forces Affecting Supply Chain Sustainability 26/11/2014 Wang, J. Supplier Development for Different Supplier Segments 31/10/2014 Van Gool, B. Servitization framework for capital equipment manufacturers 28/10/2014 Hjortnaes, T. Repositioning of empty containers in the Dutch hinterland 28/10/2014 Slabbekoorn, M. Diversity of perspectives in urban freight consolidation 20/10/2014 Zou, R. Effects of container transport on global CO2 emissions 17/10/2014 Vijfhuizen, F.W. Operational Efficiency of Discrete Production Processes 09/10/2014 Wanders, G.D.B.W. Shippers' service preferences for container transport 03/10/2014 Hemmes, A.F. Optimization of the freight chain of KLM Cargo 28/08/2014 Butt, M.N.A. Logistics Transition Plan for Heineken Ethiopia 25/08/2014 Bojada, M. Risk Management at RandstadRail 17/07/2014 Liao, F. Chinese Consumer Preferences for Electric Vehicles 17/07/2014 Van der Veen, V.G. Sustainability in the cost-to-serve framework 23/06/2014 Vana, C. Supplier management approach with carbon performance 08/05/2014 Fahim, P.B.M. Multi-criteria supplier selection in the airline retail industry 31/01/2014 Khaliq, M.F. Improving the forecasting performance of Purac 23/12/2013 Bronsing, M. KLM cargo flow allocation optimization at Schiphol 20/12/2013 Delawari, A.A. Shared Situational Awareness between port inland actors 18/12/2013 Becker, M.J.C. Reconsidering car parts aftermarket distribution network 10/12/2013 Bosschaart, M. Lean Engineering Design of Rail Interlocking Systems 11/10/2013 De Vries, E.J. Inter Terminal Transport captured in an ontology 12/09/2013 Schmidt, F. Supply Chain Trends impacting the Air Cargo Industry 30/08/2013 Hashemi Ahmadi, M. Retail cash handling processes at Airport Schiphol 29/08/2013 Ozkale, B. Forecasting and Modelling of Cash Payments at Retail Stores 29/08/2013 Ankersmit, S. From vertical to horizontal collaboration in air cargo 30/05/2013 Hooijmaijers, S.C. Design and feasibility analysis of a freight hub in Amsterdam 13/12/2012 Le Fever, G. Leading Indicators for the Port of Rotterdam’s throughput 13/12/2012 Farhanieh , S. Toyota Europe’s Freight Activity Outlook – 2030 07/12/2012 D'Engelbronner, R.L. Air Cargo handling demand forecasting 26/11/2012 Jeuken, J.J. Organic food wholesale strategies 01/10/2012 Van Gaalen, B. A vendor rating model for CEVA 30/08/2012 Fan, Y. Integrative planning of deliveries for construction projects 20/08/2012 Ahmed , S. Improving the performance green supply chain practices 05/07/2012 Van Kessel, S.P. Barriers for introducing a shared container stock system 31/05/2012 Van Diepen, A.P. Modelling global scenarios for the port of Rotterdam 27/01/2012 Van der Lande, A. Operational performance of KLM´s Baggage Services. 19/01/2012 Westerhof, S. Forecasting & Planning at CEVA Logistics The Hague 31/12/2011 Defares, D.L. Future container transport to and from the Dutch hinterland 04/11/2011 Van Baar, C.M. Decision support model for inbound logistics 07/10/2011 Hogenelst, J. Sustainable measures for the fleet of DHL Express NL 05/10/2011 Subramanian, S. Reconfiguring supply chains over the product life cycle 30/09/2011 Higuera Rueda, M.C. LNG Logistics under Arctic Conditions 31/08/2011 Liu, C. Benefits of a single shared stock of containers 26/08/2011 Celik, M. Raw materials business continuity plan: SABIC 22/08/2011 Janssen, M.F.M. Redesign of the inter-sorting centre at PostNL 18/08/2011 Van Rossum, J.A. Workload model for Heineken Netherlands Supply 26/05/2011 Yang, M. An ontology for a City Logistics ABM 25/05/2011 Hartevelt, R. Supply chain planning at Philips Lighting Lumileds 14/04/2011 Posthuma, C.L. Port competition modelling for Rotterdam Port 31/03/2011 Van Wijgerden, I. Transparency in resource utilization of DHL Express NL 31/01/2011 Krukkert, R. Redesign of the logistical system of Schiphol Airport Retail 28/01/2011 Papaprokopiou, D. An application of construction logistics analysis: Delft 26/11/2010 Van den Driest, M. Reducing CO2-emissions of container transport in NL 31/10/2010 Van Kolck, A.H. Multi-agent model for an Urban Distribution Centre 14/10/2010 Drost, F.D.E. Spare Parts Categorization in the Defense Organization 28/09/2010 Van Zundert, H.C.W. Off-Airport Baggage Check-In for Airport Schiphol 26/08/2010 Van De Gazelle, D. Safety Stock: save stock or save service? 04/12/2009 Bovenkerk, M.H.G. Leegvaart binnen het BinnenVaart ModelSysteem 02/05/2000 Viswat, C.H. Underground High-Speed Transport in Europe 01/08/1998 Groothedde, B. A multimodal freight network model for the Netherlands 01/01/1997
