The port is a convergence point between the circulation load of two domains: maritime and land [1]. Port terminals handle more cargo than other types of terminals; they can be categorized in public or private, or according to the cargo: containers, bulk, hazardous materials and liquids.
However, port terminals have to improve their process in terms of its agility and ability to respond to unforeseen events. In this context, the use of management concepts from the supply chain encourages the flow of information and resources and strengthens ties between parties in the port logistics chain.