AnyLogic-based simulation analysis of queuing system at container terminals

In the container terminal, the container ships, berths, containers, quay cranes and container lorries form a queuing service system. In this paper, we use the operations research´s queuing theory to analyze the container terminal´s service process; and simultaneously use the AnyLogic-based simulation to do modeling. Through the calculation of key indicators, we analyze advantages and disadvantages of the simulation modeling in container terminal logistics application. By changing the ratio of the number of critical facilities, we come up with an effective method to enhance the utilization of port equipments.