An MILP model for optimization of a small-scale LNG supply chain along a coastline

Study on the LNG distribution to mobile power plants utilizing small-scale LNG carriers

“…Therefore, a minimum production schedule that addresses market demands must be developed to allow a both cost-effective and secure LNG supply network [ 5 ]. There are difficulties in optimizing the supply chain network for LNG, such as price and demand uncertainty [ 6 ], multiple gas production options [ 7 ], variable distribution modes [ 8 ], versatile navigation paths [ 9 ], yearly fluctuating demands [ 10 ], and the simultaneous need to optimize infrastructure development and inventory routing [ 11 ]. There is some difficulty in optimizing the LNG supply system due to the complexity of the LNG supply chain, so solving this problem will be challenging [ 12 ].…”

A mathematical model on liquefied natural gas supply chain with uncertain demand

“…Jokinen et al [12] presented a mixed-integer programming model for small-scale LNG supply chain optimization. The model illustrated by a case study considered an LNG supply chain in Finland.…”

“…Fodstad et al [3] and Rakke et al [4] consider inventory, routing, and scheduling. Studies [1,12,16,18,21] propose models on LNG supply chain. Most of the studies assume that demand, inventory, service time, and other factors are fixed.…”

“…Most of the models include one type of transportation mode with a single phase of the LNG supply chain. For example, the studies [1,2,5,[7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16] and [21] include only one type of transportation modes. Studies [3,4,6,[17][18][19] and [20] include two types of transportation modes.…”

The liquefied natural gas infrastructure and tanker fleet sizing problem

“…A study closer to our work is the one by Jokinen et al (2015). They present a mixed integer linear programming model that aims at minimzing the cost of a small-scale LNG supply chain in southern Finland, including both annual terminal investment as well as transportation costs.…”