Author : Alan Edward Branch
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 523 pages
File Size : 12,66 MB
Release : 2007-10-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1134230060
Book Description
This new edition has been entirely updated and revised to take in the many changes that have occurred in the shipping industry in recent years and the increased emphasis placed on professionalism, qualified personnel and the need for the latest available technology. With new chapters on seaports and electronic data interchange, it explains in a lucid, professional manner the basic elements of shipping embracing operating, e-commerce/computerization (shipboard/trade), commercial, legal, economic, technical, managerial, logistics and financial considerations. It also reflects recent major trends including the impact of globalization, current good practice and future trends.