Ladungsplanungssoftware

Ladungsplanung, often translated as load planning, is the process of determining how cargo should be arranged on a transport unit to optimize space, balance, and safety while satisfying regulatory and operational constraints. It spans multiple modes, including road, rail, air, and sea; in maritime logistics the activity is commonly referred to as stowage planning and involves allocating cargo to holds, bays, and decks and planning lashings.

Key factors include cargo characteristics (dimensions, weight, fragility, hazardous material), packaging, stacking limits, and the configuration of the transport unit. Critical objectives are maximizing payload, preserving center of gravity and axle load limits, minimizing handling, and reducing risk of damage or shift during transit; compliance with regulations (load limits, securing rules, hazardous materials classification) is essential.

The process typically includes data collection, plan generation using optimization algorithms or heuristics, review and adjustment by planners, and documentation of loading plans, securing plans, and contingency considerations. Tools range from manual methods to specialized load planning software and integration with transport management systems. Challenges include data quality, real-time changes in cargo or weather, and the trade-off between efficiency and safety.