International transport forum policy papers · 2018 · 17 citations · 0 references
ManagementStrategic ManagementStrategyInternational TradeLogistics ManagementStrategic AlliancesAlliance ContractingAlliance NetworksCross-border AlliancesInternational Strategic AlliancesMaritime TradeMaritime TransportationCarrier RelationshipsContainer Fleet ManagementGlobal AlliancesMaritime EconomicsMaritime Supply ChainsMaritime Transport SystemsMaritime Transportation GovernancePolicy Options Analysis
This report assesses the impact of alliances on the maritime transport chain and its main stakeholders. Alliances have become a dominant feature of container shipping, with around 95% of the major East-West container trades covered by carriers that form part of three global alliances. The report discusses the impacts on competition and asks whether alliances bring benefits, and for whom. Finally, it presents policy options for governments based on the findings.