...Bouzidi Lamdjad Purpose This study aims to develop a comparative forecasting framework for container throughput in Gulf ports by integrating statistical models, machine learning techniques, and Explainable AI (XAI) approaches. The objective is to improve predictive accuracy while enhancing...

... Index (SEAFI) and the index itself and forecasts them. Design/methodology/approach Data of the composite SEAFI and six routes are collected from the Shanghai Shipping Exchange (SSE) including 167 weekly observations from 2016 to 2019. The SEAFI and individual route data reflect spot rates from...

...Veerachai Gosasang; Tsz Leung Yip; Watcharavee Chandraprakaikul Purpose This paper aims to forecast inbound and outbound container throughput for Bangkok Port to 2041 and uses the results to inform the future planning and management of the port’s container terminal. Design/methodology/approach...