Evaluating container developing strategies for the Port of Kaohsiung: An exploratory analysis

Chin-shan Lu; Kuo Chung Shang; Min Guei Sung

Evaluating container developing strategies for the Port of Kaohsiung: An exploratory analysis

Chin-shan Lu, Kuo Chung Shang, Min Guei Sung

Research output: Chapter in book / Conference proceeding › Conference article published in proceeding or book › Academic research › peer-review

Abstract

This paper empirically evaluates crucial container developing strategies for the Port of Kaohsiung from the perspectives of port authorities, shipping academics and maritime firms. In terms of the level of effectiveness, the findings suggest that approval of direct shipping between Mainland and Taiwan is perceived as the most important strategic attribute to increase container cargo volume for the Port of Kaohsiung, followed by establishing integrated port information system, long term berth leasing agreement with carriers, simplified customs procedures, prompt response to carriers' needs, pricing flexibility, simplified port administration procedures, etc. Based on a factor analysis, four strategic dimensions are identified, namely, port administration and operational efficiency, services and marketing, pricing flexibility and incentive, and logistics. Theoretical and strategic implications of the research findings for the port authorities are discussed.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Proceedings of International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs
Subtitle of host publication	Trends and Future Development
Pages	377-388
Number of pages	12
Publication status	Published - 1 Dec 2008
Externally published	Yes
Event	International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs: Trends and Future Development - Hong Kong, Hong Kong Duration: 25 May 2008 → 28 May 2008

Conference

Conference	International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs: Trends and Future Development
Country/Territory	Hong Kong
City	Hong Kong
Period	25/05/08 → 28/05/08

Keywords

Competitive strategies
Container
Factor analysis
Port

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Control and Systems Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Transportation

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Lu, C, Shang, KC & Sung, MG 2008, Evaluating container developing strategies for the Port of Kaohsiung: An exploratory analysis. in Proceedings of International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs: Trends and Future Development. pp. 377-388, International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs: Trends and Future Development, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 25/05/08.

Evaluating container developing strategies for the Port of Kaohsiung: An exploratory analysis. / Lu, Chin-shan; Shang, Kuo Chung; Sung, Min Guei.
Proceedings of International Forum on Shipping, Ports and Airports, IFSPA 2008 - Trade-Based Global Supply Chain and Transport Logistics Hubs: Trends and Future Development. 2008. p. 377-388.

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