Steffen J.S. Bakker

Om

Steffen Bakker (1991) is an Associate Professor in quantitative logistics at the Department of Industrial Economics and Technology Management (IØT), NTNU. He holds an MSc in Econometrics and Operations Research from the University of Groningen and a PhD from NTNU, IØT.

His research focuses on the development and application of operations research methods for real life planning problems in transport and energy systems. Current work addresses challenges related to uncertainty modeling, electrification, decarbonization and automation, using approaches such as mathematical programming, heuristics, and AI methods.

Forskning

FOOD2FEED - From food waste to sustainable feed with circular logistics and bioconversion through larvae.

We focus mainly on network design issues.

PROCITY - Profitable city-friendly micromobility

PROCITY develops optimization- and machine learning–based planning tools to jointly optimize rebalancing, maintenance, and energy management for micromobility fleets, enabling cross-operator collaboration and improved operational profitability.

TRANSPLAN

TRANSPLAN develops knowledge, models, and tools for transport planning aligned with Norway’s climate and nature goals, supporting effective, cross-sector transitions toward a low-emission society.

AutoPort - When AI optimizes port logistics and management.

AutoPort applies OR and AI to optimize logistics in small ports through models for scheduling, coordination, and strategic planning, using optimization, metaheuristics, and simulation to plan and adapt under uncertainty.

Publikasjoner

2025

Pagnier, Celine Victoria; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Seljom, Pernille. (2025) Linking freight transport and energy system models for strategic investments decisions. Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Martin, Jonas; Beesten, Egbert Ruben van; Brynildsen, Ingvild Synnøve; Sandvig, Anette; Siqveland, Marit. (2025) STraM: A strategic network design model for national freight transport decarbonization. Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2024

Chang, Miguel; Hjelkrem, Odd Andre; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Espegren, Kari Aamodt. (2024) Transitions of the Norwegian maritime sector. A quantitative case study. FME NTRANS FME NTRANS
Rapport
Risanger, Simon; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2024) Flexible electricity market clearing zones. Computers & Operations Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Romsdal, Anita; Dreyer, Heidi Carin; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Carvajal, Ana Karina. (2024) Upcycling of Food Waste Through Bioconversion by Insect Larvae: Conceptual Model and Research Agenda for a Circular Food Supply Chain.
Vitenskapelig Kapittel/Artikkel/Konferanseartikkel
Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Ahmed, Mohamed Ben; Djupdal, Asbjørn; Natvig, Lasse; Andersson, Carl Henrik; Jahre, Magnus. (2024) FOMOsim: An open-source simulator for rigorous analysis of micromobility planning problems. Expert Systems With Applications
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2022

Zhang, Hongyu; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Knudsen, Brage Rugstad; Svendsen, Harald Georg; Bakker, Steffen J.; Grossmann, Ignacio E.. (2022) Modelling and analysis of offshore energy hubs. Energy
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Gleditsch, Marte Dybendal; Hagen, Kristine; Andersson, Henrik; Bakker, Steffen J.; Fagerholt, Kjetil. (2022) A column generation heuristic for the dynamic bicycle rebalancing problem. European Journal of Operational Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2021

Bakker, Steffen J.; Kleiven, Andreas; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2021) Mature offshore oil field development: Solving a real options problem using stochastic dual dynamic integer programming. Computers & Operations Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2020

Bakker, Steffen J.; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Gounaris, Chrysanthos. (2020) Optimization models for the plugging and abandoning of offshore oil and gas fields. Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet
Doktorgradsavhandling
Bakker, Steffen J.; Wang, Akang; Gounaris, Chrysanthos. (2020) Vehicle routing with endogenous learning: Application to offshore plug and abandonment campaign planning. European Journal of Operational Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2019

Lindberg, Karen Byskov; Bakker, Steffen J.; Sartori, Igor. (2019) Modelling electric and heat load profiles of non-residential buildings for use in long-term aggregate load forecasts. Utilities Policy
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen J.; Vrålstad, Torbjørn; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2019) An optimization model for the planning of offshore plug and abandonment campaigns. Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2017

Bakker, Steffen J.; Aarlott, Mats Mathisen; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik. (2017) Planning of an Offshore Well Plugging Campaign: A Vehicle Routing Approach. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS)
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Myrseth, Velaug; Valdes, Gerardo Alfredo Perez; Bakker, Steffen J.; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik; Torsæter, Malin. (2017) Development of a Norwegian open-source plug-and-abandonment database with applications. SPE Economics & Management
Vitenskapelig artikkel

2016

Myrseth, Velaug; Pérez-Valdés, Gerardo A; Bakker, Steffen J.; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik; Torsæter, Malin. (2016) Norwegian Open Source P&A Database.
Faglig kapittel

Tidsskriftspublikasjoner

Pagnier, Celine Victoria; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Seljom, Pernille. (2025) Linking freight transport and energy system models for strategic investments decisions. Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Martin, Jonas; Beesten, Egbert Ruben van; Brynildsen, Ingvild Synnøve; Sandvig, Anette; Siqveland, Marit. (2025) STraM: A strategic network design model for national freight transport decarbonization. Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Risanger, Simon; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2024) Flexible electricity market clearing zones. Computers & Operations Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Ahmed, Mohamed Ben; Djupdal, Asbjørn; Natvig, Lasse; Andersson, Carl Henrik; Jahre, Magnus. (2024) FOMOsim: An open-source simulator for rigorous analysis of micromobility planning problems. Expert Systems With Applications
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Zhang, Hongyu; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Knudsen, Brage Rugstad; Svendsen, Harald Georg; Bakker, Steffen J.; Grossmann, Ignacio E.. (2022) Modelling and analysis of offshore energy hubs. Energy
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Gleditsch, Marte Dybendal; Hagen, Kristine; Andersson, Henrik; Bakker, Steffen J.; Fagerholt, Kjetil. (2022) A column generation heuristic for the dynamic bicycle rebalancing problem. European Journal of Operational Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen J.; Kleiven, Andreas; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2021) Mature offshore oil field development: Solving a real options problem using stochastic dual dynamic integer programming. Computers & Operations Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen J.; Wang, Akang; Gounaris, Chrysanthos. (2020) Vehicle routing with endogenous learning: Application to offshore plug and abandonment campaign planning. European Journal of Operational Research
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Lindberg, Karen Byskov; Bakker, Steffen J.; Sartori, Igor. (2019) Modelling electric and heat load profiles of non-residential buildings for use in long-term aggregate load forecasts. Utilities Policy
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen J.; Vrålstad, Torbjørn; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2019) An optimization model for the planning of offshore plug and abandonment campaigns. Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Bakker, Steffen J.; Aarlott, Mats Mathisen; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik. (2017) Planning of an Offshore Well Plugging Campaign: A Vehicle Routing Approach. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (LNCS)
Vitenskapelig artikkel
Myrseth, Velaug; Valdes, Gerardo Alfredo Perez; Bakker, Steffen J.; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik; Torsæter, Malin. (2017) Development of a Norwegian open-source plug-and-abandonment database with applications. SPE Economics & Management
Vitenskapelig artikkel

Del av bok/rapport

Romsdal, Anita; Dreyer, Heidi Carin; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Carvajal, Ana Karina. (2024) Upcycling of Food Waste Through Bioconversion by Insect Larvae: Conceptual Model and Research Agenda for a Circular Food Supply Chain.
Vitenskapelig Kapittel/Artikkel/Konferanseartikkel
Myrseth, Velaug; Pérez-Valdés, Gerardo A; Bakker, Steffen J.; Midthun, Kjetil Trovik; Torsæter, Malin. (2016) Norwegian Open Source P&A Database.
Faglig kapittel

Rapport

Chang, Miguel; Hjelkrem, Odd Andre; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Espegren, Kari Aamodt. (2024) Transitions of the Norwegian maritime sector. A quantitative case study. FME NTRANS FME NTRANS
Rapport
Bakker, Steffen J.; Tomasgard, Asgeir; Fleten, Stein-Erik; Gounaris, Chrysanthos. (2020) Optimization models for the plugging and abandoning of offshore oil and gas fields. Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet Norges teknisk-naturvitenskapelige universitet
Doktorgradsavhandling

Undervisning

Emner

Veiledning

Supervisor for the following Master’s theses in Industrial Economics and Technology Management at NTNU:

Stafseng, Johan (2025) - Synchronizing Driver Rest Periods and Battery Charging: an Approach to Solving the Electric Vehicle Truck Driver Scheduling Problem
Hareide, Eline Louise Kjersem; Lam, Isabel Thy-Van; Vindsetmo, Mathea Berg (2024) - Exploring Dynamic Rebalancing and Battery Management in Free-Floating Micromobility Sharing Systems with Operational Collaboration
https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3156144
Inngjerdingen, C.; Møller, S. (2023) - Incorporating Neighborhood Interactions and Vehicle Coordination in Bike Sharing Rebalancing with the X-PILOT Method https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3112005
Thiis, J.; Krüger, S. (2023) - A TCO Analysis of the Transition to Battery Electric Trucks in Norway https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3102833
Bjerkedal, J.; Levitin, V. (2023) - Predicting Demand for Bike-Sharing Systems Incorporating Inter-Station Features and Clustering Strategies - A Case Study on Oslo Bysykkel https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3102820
Strømberg, O. (2022) - An economical assessment of electrifying offshore oil and gas installations: A path-dependent real options approach. https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3014546
Brynildsen, I. Sandvig, A.; Siqveland, M. (2022) - Stochastic Network Design Modelling for Decarbonization of the Norwegian Freight Transportation System https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3023764

Supervisor for the following Bachelor’s theses in Logistics Engineering at NTNU (in Norwegian):

Heradstveit, Nora Lita; Bogen, Benjamin; Mjøen, Elise (2025) - Optimizing spare parts inventory for offshore wind operations
https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3205830
Aune, Maren Dyrstad; Rugsveen, Linea; Sjaavaag, Andrea Tariang (2025) - Optimizing Truck Allocation at Moss Harbour https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3205836
Fiskum, Vilde.; Iversen, Even.; Magnussen, Sivert (2025) - Route Optimization with Ortec Tactical Routing: A Case Study at Posten Bring Logistics Center Trondheim https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3205846
Centonze, Marco Cosimo; Kinge, Sondre Larsen; Kleven, Håkon (2025) - Optimizing flexible staffing in healthcare: A model for reducing overtime and costs at St. Olavs hospital https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3205843
Dall, Henry Haaby; Karlsen, Simon Sæter (2024) - Tactical Planning for Efficient Railway Wagon Allocation: An Optimization Model of CargoNet's Wagon Fleet https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3139905
Fjærli, J.; Olsen, J.; Vedeld, A. (2024) - Establishing an Optimal Road Network in Wind Farms: A Comparative Case Study Considering Peatlands. https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3139912
Storrø, G.; Wienenga, N. (2024) - Optimization of the Flow of Goods for Frozen Raw Materials in the Supply Chain of Nortura SA https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3139919
Gannestad, V.; Haugan, S.; Grøtting, T.(2024) - Analysis of Partial Deliveries and Cost Efficiency in Production Logistics: Transport Calculations and Simulation Model at Røros Dør og Vindu https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3139901
Hegdahl A.; Storleer S. (2023) - Cost reduction measures by utilizing the main carriers's trucks for multiple transportation activities in Norsk Kyllings's value chain
Wiese H., Åsmul O. (2023) - Evaluation of AMR Profitability through FlexSim Simulation: A Study of Røros Metall

Formidling

2025

Faglig foredrag

Ahmed, Mohamed Ben; Fagerholt, Kjetil; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll. (2025) Enhancing operational efficiency in automated container terminals: a matheuristic for AGV routing and scheduling. VeRoLog 2025 , Trento 16.06.2025 - 19.06.2025
Vitenskapelig foredrag

Pagnier, Celine Victoria; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Seljom, Pernille Merethe Sire; Tomasgard, Asgeir. (2025) Addressing long-term uncertainties in the Norwegian energy system: A cost-driven scenario generation approach. International Energy Workshop (IEW) 2025 , Nara, Japan 10.06.2025 - 13.06.2025

2024

Vitenskapelig foredrag

Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll. (2024) Kostnadsoptimal dekarbonisering av langdistanse godstransport: Innsikter om drivstoffmiks, modalskift, og infrastruktur. Teknologidagene for samferdsel og transport 28.10.2024 - 29.10.2024
Vitenskapelig foredrag

Pagnier, Celine Victoria; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Seljom, Pernille. (2024) Linking freight transport and energy system models for coherent strategic investments decisions. 33rd European Conference on Operational Research , Copenhagen 30.06.2024 - 04.07.2024
Vitenskapelig foredrag

Ahmed, Mohamed Ben; Bakker, Steffen Jaap Skotvoll; Fagerholt, Kjetil. (2024) Scheduling and conflict-free routing of automated guided vehicles in container terminals. 33rd European Conference on Operational Research , Copenhagen 30.06.2024 - 03.07.2024

2023

Intervju

Dæhlen, Marte; Bakker, Steffen Jaap. (2023) Bysyklene står ubrukte i Kongsberg og Lier, mens i Drammen brukes de som bare det. Hvorfor?. forskning.no forskning.no [null] 12.11.2023
Vitenskapelig foredrag

Bakker, Steffen Jaap. (2023) STraM: a framework for strategic national freight transport modeling. NTNU Energy Systems Seminar , Trondheim 28.04.2023 -
Faglig foredrag

Bakker, Steffen Jaap. (2023) A TCO Analysis of the Transition to Battery Electric Trucks in Norway. NTRANS Sommerkonferanse , Oslo 20.06.2023 -
Vitenskapelig foredrag

Bakker, Steffen Jaap. (2023) AutoPort – When AI optimizes port logistics and management. The GEMINI centre for Maritime Logistics - 2023 gathering , Maråker 28.03.2023 - 29.03.2023

2022

Intervju

Bazilchuck, Nancy; Bakker, Steffen J.. (2022) Making bike-sharing work. Norwegian SciTech News Norwegian SciTech News [Internet] 25.08.2022

2021

Intervju

Bakker, Steffen J.; Linga, Harald; Alvheim, Frode; Gullestad, Frida. (2021) Roper ut om rådyr ryddesjau. Klassekampen Klassekampen [null] 21.08.2021

2018

Intervju

Bakker, Steffen J.; Vrålstad, Torbjørn; Aarlott, Mats Mathisen; Øia, Thomas. (2018) Smart brønnplugging lønner seg. Dagens Næringsliv Dagens Næringsliv [null] 06.08.2018

Språkvelger

Steffen J.S. Bakker