Comparing the resilience of multi-hub supply chain networks under port disruption scenarios: a case study of Singapore, Port Klang and Tanjung Pelepas

Shengnan Zhao

doi:10.54254/3029-0880/2026.37432

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Received: 4 September 2026

Published: 28 September 2026

DOI: https://doi.org/10.54254/3029-0880/2026.37432

Article Type: Research Article

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Zhao,S. (2026). Comparing the resilience of multi-hub supply chain networks under port disruption scenarios: a case study of Singapore, Port Klang and Tanjung Pelepas. Advances in Operation Research and Production Management,5(3),1-11.

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