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Future challenges for the port and shipping sector /

"This book, derived from papers delivered by ports and shipping experts from academia and industry, explores future developments in the vital global industry. By developing scenarios and analysing trends, the authors have succeeded in offering a clear insight into future trade flows, shipping c...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Meersman, Hilde (Editor ), Voorde, E. van de (Eddy) (Editor ), Vanelslander, Thierry (Editor )
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London : Informa Law, 2009.
Colección:Grammenos library.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:"This book, derived from papers delivered by ports and shipping experts from academia and industry, explores future developments in the vital global industry. By developing scenarios and analysing trends, the authors have succeeded in offering a clear insight into future trade flows, shipping capacity and ship construction trends." "The technological and economic development of ports is examined, considering in particular the evolving role of port authorities, the economic fabric of ports and the future of landside handling." "Financial developments are not neglected, as the potential future funding structures for the industry are also considered." "Future Challenges for the Port and Shipping Sector brings together the many elements of the industry, creating a clear vision of the development of the industry in a logical and considered way."--Jacket
Descripción Física:1 online resource
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-170) and index.
ISBN:9781317912798
1317912799
1315850478
9781315850474