Table 2 Factors grouped by type
From: Investigating the bunkering choice determinants: the case of the port of Antwerp
1st level | 2nd level |
|---|---|
PRICE | Fuel price |
PROP_F | Fuel quality |
COST_OTH | Port tariffs Prices of complementary services for fuel supply at berth (pilotage, mooring, etc.) Prices of complementary services for fuel supply at anchorage |
GEO | Geographical advantage Accessibility to port (from sea side) Hinterland proximity |
P_CONGESTION | Anchoring and docking availability Supply waiting time Provision of services, port congestion Port access waiting time |
PROP_P | Ship inspection thoroughness Simplicity of crew changes Presence of restrictive environmental regulations Customs strictness Clear and precise information about services Port security Organizational tradition and capacity Industrial disputes |