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Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Unlocking value with digitalisation: exploring the convergence of land and sea transport in RoPax shipping(Edward Elgar Publishing, 2025-11-20); ; ; ; This chapter explores digitalisation in RoPax shipping, which combines wheeled cargo and passenger transport, focusing on optimising flows and experiences. Integral to EU transport policy, RoPax shipping enhances intermodal connectivity between road and sea. By analysing digital solutions in northern European ports – including gate automation, just-in-time truck arrival, and passenger journey planners – the chapter highlights value creation and co-creation in the RoPax ecosystem. Digitalisation improves efficiency and sustainability but introduces complexities due to the dual nature of operations. Cruiseferry operators play a key role in co-creating value with port authorities, municipalities and transport operators, though asymmetries remain, particularly for end users like passengers and cargo owners. The chapter concludes by addressing the challenges of balancing the needs of cargo and passengers while enhancing intermodal connectivity through digitalisation.Publicationtype: Book Part35 - Some of the metrics are blocked by yourconsent settings
Item type:Publication, Access status: without files , Applicability of pre-gate concepts in RoPax terminals and ports(Emerald, 2025-05-01); ; ; ; Purpose: RoPax ports are confronted with approaching urban development. Therefore, planning for port expansion is increasingly restricted, while the challenges of more traffic due to increased handling volumes in the form of congestion and handling times are growing. Hence, access to RoPax ports is an increasingly challenging task requiring due attention from port authorities, city planners, and logistics service providers. Design/methodology/approach: An in-depth literature review of pre-gate concepts was conducted to harmonise the challenges in access management. Eight approaches to pre-gate concepts were identified and discussed. Given the potentials of the benefits associated with the adoption of pre-gate concepts in the operation of RoPax ports, this work is based on a multiple-case study comprising three RoPax terminals in northern Europe. By applying qualitative methods, it is aimed to receive a better understanding of challenges in RoPax port operations. The paper analyses identified pre-gate concepts regarding their applicability to specific challenges of RoPax ports by differentiating between various criteria. Findings: Although primarily designed for container terminals, these concepts hold significant research potential for RoPax ports. The study’s main finding is that effective pre-gate approaches from container terminals can be successfully adapted to RoPax port operations, offering a new framework for addressing increasing traffic and operational complexities. Originality/value: The identified concepts, mainly known from container terminals, have not been considered for RoPax ports but offer many research opportunities. The added value lies in the fact that this approach can address the current space problems in RoPax terminals and the fluctuating access pattern, particularly in urban environments.Publicationtype: Journal Article27