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Harnessing AI to unlock logistics and port efficiency in the Sultanate of Oman

Alemu, Abebe Ejigu; Alhabsi, Amer H.; Kiran, Faiza; … - 2026

The global maritime and logistics sectors are undergoing rapid digital transformation driven by emerging technologies such as automation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain. Artificial Intelligence (AI), with its ability to analyze complex datasets, predict operational patterns, and...

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The ambidextrous role of inland terminals in enhancing port-hinterland connectivity

Rožić, Tomislav; Božić, Diana; Bajor, Ivona; … - 2025

Background: The operational roles of ports are deeply intertwined with the development of their surrounding hinterlands, indicating that their relationship is mutually dependent and interactive. Moreover, the growth of a port positively influences the development of its hinterland, stimulating...

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The model of sustainability balanced scorecard and supply chain in port management for tourism

Krongthong Heebkhoksung - 2024

The development of ports for the sake of tourism is one of the key strategies in developing and strengthening a solid foundation in the tourism industry. The integration of a supply chain into port management for the purposes of tourism that is sustainable balanced can be used as a model for...

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Study on the relationship between port governance and terminal operation system for smart port : Japan Case

Inutsuka, Hideyo; Ichimura, Kinya; Sugimura, Yoshihisa; … - 2024

Background: To improve port productivity, safety, and sustainability, the use of information and communication technology is being promoted as a smart port. The utilization of a terminal operation system (TOS) is important for advanced port operations, and it is necessary to organize the issues...

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Quantitative trade with ships

Chowdhry, Sonali; Heiland, Inga; Mahlkow, Hendrik - 2026

This paper highlights an underexplored margin of heterogeneity that shapes resilience to disruptions in global shipping - the differential reliance of countries and sectors on specific categories of vessels. We combine US bills of lading records with ship registry and AIS-based port call data to...

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Maritime traffic specialization and environmental, health impacts in European port cities

Alkhoury, Charbel; Ducruet, César; Dumontet, Magali; … - 2026

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Measuring environmental efficiency of ports under undesirable outputs and uncertainty

Sonkariya, Anjali; Awasthi, Anjali - 2026

Ports are the major gateways of cities. Background: Sustainable growth requires ports to prioritize efficiency while balancing economic, social, and environmental goals. There is limited synthesized evidence on the sustainability evaluation of ports, including those of North America. In this...

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Examining container terminal efficiency with diverse data sources : vessel, truck, and container turnaround times in japanese terminals

Shiraishi, Daigo; Zhang, Wenru; Shibasaki, Ryuichi; … - 2026

Background: Improving container terminal efficiency requires a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between vessel, truck, and container operations, yet existing studies often analyzed these components separately. In Japanese container terminals, where digitalization initiatives are...

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Smart port and digital transition : a theory- and experience-based roadmap

Belmoukari, Basma; Audy, Jean-François; Forget, Pascal; … - 2026

Background: Port digital transition is central to competitiveness and sustainability, yet existing frameworks devoted to such transition toward smart port are descriptive, technologycentered, or weak on data governance. This study designs and empirically refines a comprehensive and novel...

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Awakening latent human capital : economic opening up and entrepreneurship in 19th century China

Li, Duan; Zhang, Xiaoming - 2026

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Assessing the impact of digital transformation on port efficiency and market positioning in Southeast Asia container port system

Phong Nha Nguyen; Pham Thi Yen - 2026

This study investigates how digital transformation influences the performance and competitiveness of container ports in Southeast Asia. A Digital Transformation Index was developed to measure the digital maturity of ten major ports across four dimensions: smart infrastructure, integration,...

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From paddy to port : the role of Northwestern Korean rice cultivation in interwar Japan

Maeda, Kiyotaka; Kahm, Howard - 2026

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Fostering energy transition and transport fluidity in European port cities

Ducruet, César; Lo Prete, Mariantonia - 2026

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Port emissions and abatement investments in an international oligopoly : a tale of three policies

Buccella, Domenico; Meccheri, Nicola; Scrimitore, Marcella - 2026

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Modal and territorial concentration in import logistics : assessing disruption exposure using customs revenue data

Basantes-Garcés, Pablo Emilio; Lizano-Arauz, Carlos David - 2026

Background: Understanding how logistics structure affects fiscal performance and exposure to disruption is critical in import-dependent economies. This study examines the concentration of Ecuador's import logistics system using customs revenue as an operational-fiscal proxy. Methods: The...

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Engineers' work role, work-related stress and well-being in Ghana's seaports

Obimpeh, Nana Asamoah; Dzansi, Dennis Yao; Dzogbewu, … - 2026

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Cybersecurity in Ports : Shifting from Risk to Resilience

2026

Ports represent critical nodes in global trade and increasingly digitalized infrastructure. This report examines the growing cybersecurity risks ports face. Drawing on a global survey of 109 port stakeholders, in-depth expert interviews, and desk-based research, it provides a comprehensive...

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Spatial challenges of Greater North Sea fisheries : Greater North Sea Basin Initiative (GNSBI) : Work-Track: Long-Term Perspective of Fisheries (LTPF)

Schulze, Torsten; Kraan, Casper; Hamon, Katell; Pol, … - 2026

The economic challenge for five European fisheries fleets from the potential loss of fishing grounds was evaluated by combining commercial fisheries data with spatial information on future fisheries management in marine protected areas and offshore wind farms in the greater North Sea basin. By...

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Integrated port governance and digitalization system : a model for boosting port logistics performance

Sirajuddin; Januarsi, Yeni; Irman, Ade - 2026

This study investigates the effect of integrated governance and digitalization on port logistics performance through Port Digitalization Infrastructure and system, Competent and Certified Port Workers, Integrated Shipping and Trucking, Customer-Oriented Port Services, and Port Environment,...

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A study on the efficiency and influencing factors of China's four-stage ports using DEA and Tobit two-stage models

Zhu, Xinyuan; Shin, Seungsik - 2026

Chinese ports reached their fourth stage of development in 2013. Based on this context, this study analyzes the efficiency of four-stage ports using time series data on 16 major coastal ports in China from 2010 to 2019, covering the latter half of stage three into stage four. Using Data Envelope...

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European maritime transport environmental report 2025

2025

This second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report (EMTER 2025) examines the progress made towards achieving Europe's decarbonisation targets and environmental goals for the maritime sector while indicating the most important trends, key challenges, and opportunities....

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Facilitating India-Myanmar trade through Sittwe Port : opportunities and challenges

Banerjee, Sreeparna; Chakraborty, Debashis - 2025

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Rigidities in transportation and supply chain disruptions

Brancaccio, Giulia; Kalouptsidi, Myrto; Papageorgiou, … - 2025

In this paper we provide a simple and intuitive story for supply chain disruptions driven by the rigidities in the transportation sector. Focusing on maritime shipping, we argue that the frequent macroeconomic shocks that shape demand for transportation, meet a highly inelastic supply curve for...

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Rigidities in transportation and supply chain disruptions

Brancaccio, Giulia; Kalouptsidi, Myrto; Papageorgiou, … - 2025

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Green strategies in ports : a stakeholder management perspective

Satta, Giovanni; Vitellaro, Francesco; Njikatoufon, … - 2025

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Social license to operate : factors determining social acceptance among local port community stakeholders

Moeremans, Bruno; Dooms, Michaël - 2025

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Multimodal livestock operations analysis using business process modeling : a case study of Romanian Black Sea ports

Popa, Catalin; Stefanov, Ovidiu; Goia, Ionela - 2025

In spite of its strong increase and relevant position in the evolution of international maritime routes, the global livestock trade is still a poorly treated topic in the maritime business domain of research. Aiming to cover this gap, the authors are focused on revealing the livestock logistics...

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"When you need it quick, let us ship it right" : on the importance of port efficiency and service quality to comply with food trade standards in Ghana

Kornher, Lukas; Sakyi, Daniel; Tannor, Linus Linnaeus - 2025

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Data-driven performance evaluation and behavior alignment in port operations : a multivariate analysis of strategic indicators

Vico, Gabriel de; Alves, Charles Jefferson Rodrigues; … - 2025

This study investigates how a KPI-based incentive system can enhance behavior alignment and operational performance in complex port environments, addressing the growing need for data-driven governance in public logistics operations. The research analyzes a two-year dataset from 145 navigation...

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Port performance and its influence on vessel operating costs and emissions

Rauca, Livia; Popa, Catalin; Atodiresei, Dinu; Nedelcu, … - 2025

Background: Port congestion contributes significantly to operational inefficiency and environmental impact in maritime logistics. With tightening EU regulations such as the Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and FuelEU Maritime, understanding and mitigating the economic and environmental effects...

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Rethinking routes : the case for regional ports in a decarbonizing world

Song, Dongping - 2025

Background: Increasing regulatory pressure for maritime decarbonization (e.g., IMO CII, FuelEU) drives adoption of low-carbon fuels and prompts reassessment of regional ports' competitiveness. This study aims to evaluate the economic and environmental viability of rerouting deep-sea container...

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Deterrence, trade, and vulnerability : re-imagining America's port-led architecture in the Trump era

Mishra, Vivek - 2025

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Scaling-up 5G adoption in smart ports : barriers and enablers

Potter, Andrew; Wang, Yingli; Naim, Mohamed - 2025

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Digitalisation in RoPax ports : a categorisation framework for digital solutions

Tsvetkova, Anastasia; Zhou, Yiran Chen; Wahlström, Irina; … - 2025

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A business model perspective to enhance efficiency of port hinterland connection with truck appointment system : a multiple case study of ports in northern Europe

Wide, Per; Rogerson, Sara; Williamsson, Jon - 2025

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The dynamic coupling relationship between port and city from the perspective of port container traffic and the economy of port city

Huang, Dong; Feng, Hongxiang; Grifoll, Manel; Zheng, Pengjun - 2025

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Recent advancements in alternative energies, technological innovations, and optimization strategies for seaport decarbonization

Asif Raihan; Hasnat, Md Al; Rahman, Syed Masiur; … - 2025

Decarbonizing ports is essential for reducing the marine industry's environmental impact and improving urban areas, while also attracting investors. Port authorities are investigating methods to reduce carbon emissions to comply with increasing environmental standards. Ports can achieve a...

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Cruise port profile : Marseille : understanding cruise activity & economic impacts in Marseille

2025

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Selection of the regulatory seaport cybersecurity based on integrated AHP and Topsis

Rudiah Md Hanafiah; Mohd Azhafiz Abdullah; Mohd … - 2025

The digitisation of seaports has brought about a significant improvement in efficiency, productivity, and communication within the maritime industry. However, the increasing reliance on technology exposes seaports to cyber threats, constituting significant risk to the economy and national...

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Port power and trade flows : evaluating China's infrastructure leverage in EU markets through a gravity model

Gkatsikos, Alexandros - 2025

This study investigates how Chinese ownership in European ports affects trade flows between China and Eurozone countries, set against the backdrop of recent global economic disruptions that have emphasized the crucial role of maritime trade and port efficiency. An augmented gravity model was...

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Prioritizing ERP system selection challenges in UAE ports : a Fuzzy Delphi and Relative Importance Index approach

AlHerimi, Nadin; Alyaarbi, Alyaa; Ali, Sara; Bahroun, Zied - 2025

Background: Selecting enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for complex port environments is a significant challenge. This study addresses a key research gap by identifying and prioritizing the critical factors for ERP selection within the strategic context of United Arab Emirates (UAE)...

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Container traffic in the Colombian Caribbean : a competitiveness analysis of The Port of Santa Marta through a technical-economic combination framework

Pabón Noguera, Adriana del Socorro; Cerbán Jiménez, … - 2025

Background: The Port of Santa Marta, located on Colombia's northern Caribbean coast, plays a vital role in the country's maritime trade, particularly in the export of agricultural and perishable goods. This raises the question: how competitive is Santa Marta's container terminal compared to...

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Risk-based optimization of multimodal oil product operations through simulation and workflow modeling

Popa, Catalin; Stefanov, Ovidiu; Goia, Ionela; … - 2025

Background: The transportation of petroleum products via multimodal logistics systems is a complex process subject to operational inefficiencies and elevated risk exposure. The efficient and resilient transportation of petroleum products increasingly depends on multimodal logistics systems,...

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Ports and geopolitics : the case of Sino-Indian rivalry in the Bay of Bengal

Bose, Sohini - 2025

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On the positive economic impacts of port infrastructure development and seaborne trade efficiencies in Sub-Saharan Africa : the case of Senegal

Sahoo, Amarendra; Nechifor, Victor; Ferrari, Emanuele; … - 2025

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Green Deal Projects Success Stories : driving smarter ports with autonomous electric trailers

2025

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Green Deal Projects Success Stories : innovative technologies for greener ports

2025

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India and the quad in port development in the Bay of Bengal Region

Sinha, Riya - 2025

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The cost of weather : modeling weather delay in bulk shipping

Enerstvedt, Vegard - 2025

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Exploring container port connectivity in Southeast Asia : an integrated assessment approach

Hwang, Ming-Jiu; Huang, Ya-Pei - 2025

The Asian region has become the world's manufacturing hub due to its cost advantages, driving the development of container transportation. Recently, enterprises have favored Southeast Asia for its demographic dividend and geographical benefits. The relationships between ports are complex, and...

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Predicting out-terminals for imported containers at seaports using machine learning : incorporating unstructured data and measuring operational costs due to misclassifications

Xie, Ying; Song, Dongping; Dong, Jingxin; Feng, Yuanjun - 2025

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