Shipping goods via cargo ships is crucial, with 90% of the world’s goods transported by sea. These mammoth vessels carry goods worth billions of dollars in containers, with Google introducing a groundbreaking solution for optimizing routes. The Shipping Network Design API improves efficiency, doubling profits, decreasing the number of vessels needed, and increasing container delivery. By combining network design, scheduling, and routing simultaneously, Google’s approach outperforms previous solutions at a global scale. Incorporating transit times and advanced optimization techniques demonstrates significant improvements in the shipping industry, providing a more efficient and cost-effective solution for container shipping companies.
https://research.google/blog/heuristics-on-the-high-seas-mathematical-optimization-for-cargo-ships/