Contemporary Logistics in China
Author | : Xiang Li |
Publisher | : Springer Nature |
Total Pages | : 279 |
Release | : 2024-01-18 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789819962488 |
ISBN-13 | : 981996248X |
Rating | : 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: As with the previous volumes, this book aims to present a timely portrait of the rapid growth of China's logistics market and the status quo of its logistics industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of critical issues involved in the ongoing dynamic and multi-faceted development and serves as a valuable reference resource for interested readers in the academic and professional fields.The opening chapter offers a comprehensive overview of the impressive advancements and accomplishments made by China's logistics industry in the last twenty years, and the following chapters cover macro-factors related to logistics technologies and facilities, region-specific policies and plans, industry-wide transformation in transport, manufacturing, commerce, and agriculture.The book explores two important topics: "Industrial and Supply Chain Safety and Stability" and "Low-Carbon Transformation," highlighting the latest trends and initiatives in China's logistics industry. It also sheds lights on the development and prospects of logistics in the Hainan Free Trade Port, including a detailed analysis of the opportunities and challenges faced by this emerging logistics hub.