Essays about: "Cross-border logistics"

Found 5 essays containing the words Cross-border logistics.

1. 1. Towards Sustainable Transport: A case study on modal shift for temperature-controlled goods between northern Norway and central Europe

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Love Kristoffersson; Etienne Skowronski; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : road-rail transport; temperature-controlled goods; cross-border; modal shift; transportation network;

   Abstract : In line with the ambitious sustainability goals set by the European Union to reduce transport emissions, there is a growing interest for sustainable freight transport across Europe. Rail transportation has emerged as a preferred mode of choice for shippers and freight forwarders, given its sustainability advantage of transporting larger volumes on longer distances. READ MORE

3. 2. Evaluating Distribution Structures for Overseas Export of Frozen Food.

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Logistik- och kvalitetsutveckling

   Author : Erik Ahlepil; Joel Björck; [2016]
   Keywords : Distribution structures overseas export frozen food total cost environmental impact delivery service regulations;

   Abstract : The meat producers of the western world needs to develop their export organizations and to streamline their physical distribution in order to take new market shares on the fast growing overseas markets. HKScan is one of those meat producing companies, the group has businesses in Finland, Sweden, Denmark and the Baltic countries. READ MORE

4. 3. The PILOOR Model : a guideline to mutually improve logistics performance in cross-border shipper-TPL provider relationships

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Avdelningen för Industriell utveckling, IT och Samhällsbyggnad

   Author : Amer Jazayrli; Johannes Lenhardt; [2015]
   Keywords : third-party logistics; offshore outsourcing; logistics performance improvement; the PILOOR Model;

   Abstract : Purpose: This master thesis attempts to propose a guideline for improving logistics performance in terms of cost efficiency and on-time delivery in shipper-TPL provider relationships within offshore outsourcing businesses. Methodology: As a first step, the authors construct a conceptual model based on a thorough literature review. READ MORE

5. 4. Moving On and Getting Along

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

   Author : Amanda Sochon; Ida Sultan; [2015]
   Keywords : Post-Acquisition Unification; Cross-Border Acquisitions; Cross-National Integration; Cultural Distance; Acculturation;

   Abstract : Cross-border Mergers & Acquisitions are currently representing the dominant way corporations expand internationally. In a field where up to half of the foreign investments are considered financially unsuccessful, scholars have started to explore the human aspects of post-acquisition integration. READ MORE

6. 5. Exploration of Changes for Goods Distribution in the ASEAN Following the Implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/JTH, Industriell organisation och produktion

   Author : Niklas Nordfeldt; Daniel Espling; [2015]
   Keywords : ASEAN; AEC; Strategic Management; Logistics Management; Contingency Theory; PEST analysis; Cross-border trade;

   Abstract : Purpose - The purpose of this thesis work is to explore how the fully implemented AEC affects cross-border trade in the ASEAN, and based on the findings determine how multinational companies should adapt their logistics strategy to the change. To achieve this purpose the following research questions will be answered: How will the AEC affect the distribution of goods in the ASEAN? How should a multinational company adapt their logistics strategy to the new conditions? Methodology - To explore the opportunities and threats regarding the fully implementation of AEC, the authors had to complete 4 phases including a pre-study, literature study, case study, and data analysis. READ MORE