期刊名称：International Journal of Euro-Mediterranean Studies
印刷版ISSN：1855-3362
出版年度：2011
卷号：4
期号：1
页码：139-160
出版社：Euro-Mediterranean University
摘要：in a compet i t i v e port environment, ports act as interfaces between different transport modes. Therefore, it is important to determine the key factors that guide freight forwarders in choosing a specific port. This paper aims to identify those factors and criteria influencing their decision in choosing a port, detailing the elements that influence the choice between Mediterranean ports and the northern range ones. A detailed literature review reveals a considerable range of factors affecting the decision of port choice. This theoretical step is complemented by a survey method applied to the Mediterranean port of Genoa and compared to the northern port of Antwerp that are strategic nodes for the traffic flows toward Central Europe. The data collected were analysed using the Factor Analysis method. This research shows that the main elements affecting port choice can be grouped into four broad factors: port connectivity, electronic information, cost and port productivity, and logistics and administration of the container. It is discussed how these factors are evaluated from the freight forwarders’ perspective.
