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Modal shift ambitions of large North European ports: a contract-theory perspective on the role of port managing bodies
Langenus, M.; Dooms, M.; Haezendonck, E.; Notteboom, T.; Verbeke, A. (2022). Modal shift ambitions of large North European ports: a contract-theory perspective on the role of port managing bodies. Maritime Transport Research 3: 100049. https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.martra.2021.100049
In: Maritime Transport Research. Elsevier: United Kingdom. e-ISSN 2666-822X, meer
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Port clusters; Containers; Sustainability; Contract theory; Modal shift |
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Port managing bodies (PMBs) need to respond to increased societal pressures for improving environmental performance. For many PMBs, a modal shift (MS) from road to rail and barge transport (where available) represents a strategic priority. Yet, in practice, few PMBs have set clear MS targets or have been able to achieve their MS objectives at the level of the port cluster. In this context, the extant port management literature has not yet provided actionable and generally applicable conceptual guidance for PMBs towards achieving ambitious MS goals. In this paper, we develop such guidance by following a contract theory approach to the effectiveness of MS strategies implemented by PMBs. We argue that a PMB, in its role of port cluster manager, can facilitate a MS through strategically deploying governance mechanisms based on sound economic theory. Here, an arsenal of incentives and penalties can be used to push port users (PUs) towards achieving MS targets. Building upon insight from contract theory, we also assess the importance of information management as a prerequisite for a successful MS strategy. We formulate strategic directions for PMBs and identify a future research agenda that should allow improved understanding of how MS goals can be achieved in real world settings. |
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