Maritime Economics

Book Description
Now in its second edition, Maritime Economics provides a valuable introduction to the organization and workings of the global shipping industry. The author outlines the economic theory behind this large and complex subject as well as many of the operational practicalities involved. Extensively revised for the new edition, the book has many clear illustrations and tables. Topics covered include: an overview of international trade; maritime law; economic organization and principles; and the financing of ships and shipping companies. A final chapter covers market research and forecasting.


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Now in its second edition, this text has established itself as the most valuable introduction to the organization and workings of the global shipping industry available today.


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Explains how the shipping market is organized and how prices and freight rates are determined, market cycles in the industry, how ships are financed, the factors influencing ship design, market forecasting, global patterns of maritime trade, and the four shipping markets. Primarily intended as a textbook but also of use to people in the shipping business. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.


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