Abstract:
International transport corridors (ITCs) are intricate logistical networks essential for global
trade flows. The effective modeling of these corridors provides invaluable insights into optimizing
the transport system. However, existing approaches have significant limitations in dynamically
representing the complexities and uncertainties inherent in ITC operations and at the early stages
of ITC development when data are limited. This gap is addressed through the application of
Evaluation Petri Nets (E-Nets), which facilitate the detailed, flexible, and responsive macro-modeling
of international transport corridors. This paper proposes a novel methodology for developing E-Netbased macro-models of corridors by incorporating key parameters like transportation time, costs,
and logistics performance. The model is scalable, enabling analysis from an international perspective
down to specific country segments. E-Nets overcome limitations of conventional transport models by
capturing the interactive, stochastic nature of ITCs. The proposed modeling approach and scalability
provide strategic insights into optimizing corridor efficiency. This research delivers a streamlined
yet comprehensive methodology for ITC modeling using E-Nets. The presented framework has
substantial potential for enhancing logistics system analysis and planning.
