Routing of container trains in modern conditions

Abstract

The article examines the problem of the development of container transportation in modern conditions. To predict the volume of container traffic, the authors performed a constructive analysis of the share of container traffic over the past 2 years. Research has been carried out on the methods used to organize container transportation, based on which their shortcomings have been identified. The dynamics of cargo transportation in containers during the current geopolitical situation in the world and pressure from sanctions are considered (what redistribution of cargo logistics has occurred and what the imposed sanctions will lead to). During the analysis of the level of development of containerization, the need arose to develop new technologies. An analysis of the available throughput and carrying capacity of the main devices and structures, loaded sections of the Eastern polygon was carried out using a methodology for determining the throughput and carrying capacity of the public railway transport infrastructure. The authors present the main factors that negatively affect overall cargo logistics and lead to additional downtime and non-productive use of infrastructure. One of the options for reducing the time of cargo delivery was proposed by the authors as an innovative solution - the creation of a fundamentally new model for routing container trains on the railway network. Using simulation modeling, the authors constructed predictive train traffic schedules to identify factors that influence the progress of train flow of long trains. The authors proposed options for the formation of a container shuttle, which will lead to a positive effect from the organization of such transportation.