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Analysis of Maritime Transport Routes: A Case Study on the Routes between Asia and North America
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Abstract
This paper analyzes the maritime transport routes between Asia and North America, focusing on the factors that determine their efficiency and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing global trade environment. Drawing from recent academic literature and industry reports, the study examines key port infrastructures, shipping lanes, and logistical considerations along the trans-Pacific corridor. It highlights the effects of port congestion, geopolitical instability, environmental regulations, and digital transformation on the performance of these routes. Furthermore, the study identifies emerging opportunities for optimization through technological innovation, route diversification, and infrastructure investment. The findings underscore the critical importance of resilient and adaptive maritime logistics strategies to sustain global trade competitiveness.
Keywords
Maritime Transport, Trans-Pacific Trade, Port Logistics, Shipping Routes, Supply Chain Resilience.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1708422,
author = {Tamima Armando Mamede Chazzaoui},
title = {Analysis of Maritime Transport Routes: A Case Study on the Routes between Asia and North America},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2023},
volume = {6},
number = {10},
pages = {1132-1134},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1708422.pdf},
abstract = {This paper analyzes the maritime transport routes between Asia and North America, focusing on the factors that determine their efficiency and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing global trade environment. Drawing from recent academic literature and industry reports, the study examines key port infrastructures, shipping lanes, and logistical considerations along the trans-Pacific corridor. It highlights the effects of port congestion, geopolitical instability, environmental regulations, and digital transformation on the performance of these routes. Furthermore, the study identifies emerging opportunities for optimization through technological innovation, route diversification, and infrastructure investment. The findings underscore the critical importance of resilient and adaptive maritime logistics strategies to sustain global trade competitiveness.},
keywords = {Maritime Transport, Trans-Pacific Trade, Port Logistics, Shipping Routes, Supply Chain Resilience.},
month = {April},
}