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Planning models for long-haul operations of postal and express shipment companies

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  • Grunert, Tore & Sebastian, Hans-Jurgen, 2000. "Planning models for long-haul operations of postal and express shipment companies," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 122(2), pages 289-309, April.
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