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...
Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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Otros Autores: | , , |
Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
Idioma: | Inglés |
Publicado: |
London :
Informa Law,
2009.
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Colección: | Grammenos library.
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Temas: | |
Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
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 |
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Descripción Física: | 1 online resource |
Bibliografía: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 161-170) and index. |
ISBN: | 9781317912798 1317912799 1315850478 9781315850474 |