Optimum cooperation strategy for different cooperative motivations: a case study of the Kobe and Osaka ports

Developing cooperative relationships between neighboring ports has emerged as an effective strategy for enhancing overall productivity. Two key factors to consider in such collaborations are: cooperative motivation (which drives the decision to cooperate between ports) and cooperation type (which defines the business scope of collaborative activities). Cooperative motivation can be categorized into regional welfare and competition, while cooperation type encompasses activities related to hinterland access and terminal management. This study aims to determine the most optimal types of cooperation based on different motivations. To achieve this, a bi-level optimization model was developed to analyze the relationship between shippers and ports, specifically focusing on the cooperation between the Kobe and Osaka ports. Competition with the Busan port was examined as a case study to provide a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics involved. The findings revealed that cooperation plays a crucial role in enhancing regional welfare for both North American and Southeast Asian cargo, particularly when cooperation levels are relatively low. Furthermore, it was observed that an effective cooperative strategy for competition in the Kobe and Osaka ports is contingent upon specific conditions. Hence, for successful competition-based cooperation, careful consideration of market dynamics and prevailing circumstances is essential.

• Record URL:
  • https://doi.org/10.1080/03088839.2023.2258128
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  • Find a library where document is available. Order URL: http://worldcat.org/oclc/2899960
• Supplemental Notes:
  • © 2023 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. Abstract reprinted with permission of Taylor & Francis.
• Authors:
  • Tagawa, Hoshi
  • Kawasaki, Tomoya
  • Hanaoka, Shinya
• Publication Date: 2024-8

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Web
• Features: References;
• Pagination: pp 1125-1146
• Serial:
  • Maritime Policy & Management
  • Volume: 51
  • Issue Number: 6
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis
  • ISSN: 0308-8839
  • EISSN: 1464-5254
  • Serial URL: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/tmpm20

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Competition; Cooperation; Optimization; Ports; Shipping
• Geographic Terms: Kobe (Japan); Osaka (Japan)
• Subject Areas: Economics; Freight Transportation; Planning and Forecasting; Terminals and Facilities;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01932116
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Sep 27 2024 1:47PM