Contemporary Logistics in China : Cost, Connectivity and Competitiveness

Authored by researchers from the Logistics Research Center at Nankai University, this book provides a systematic exposition on the logistics development in China for the English-speaking community at large. The opening chapter offers an in-depth look at China's logistics development in the year 2024.The book then covers macro-factors related to logistics technologies and facilities, region-specific policies and plans, industry-wide transformation in transport, manufacturing, commerce, and agriculture. The book also addresses the current state and challenges of logistics cost reduction in China, construction of national logistics hubs, and industrial and supply chain integration. As with the previous volumes, this book aims to present a timely portrait of the rapid growth of China's logistics market and the status quo of its logistics industry.It provides an in-depth analysis of critical issues involved in the ongoing dynamic and multi-faceted development and serves as a valuable reference resource for interested readers in the academic and professional fields.