Growth and relational strategies used by the European logistics service providers: Rationale and outcomes

被引：82

作者：

Carbone, V ^{[1
]}

Stone, MA

机构：

[1] Heriot Watt Univ, Sch Management & Languages, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, Midlothian, Scotland

[2] French Natl Inst Transport & Safety Res, Inrets SPLOT, F-94114 Arcueil, France

来源：

TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH PART E-LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION REVIEW | 2005年 / 41卷 / 06期

关键词：

Europe; third-party logistics service providers (3PLs); strategies;

D O I：

10.1016/j.tre.2005.06.001

中图分类号：

F [经济];

学科分类号：

02 ;

摘要：

This article reports on research into the ways European providers of logistics and transport services develop and grow. The strategic behaviour adopted by the leading 20 third-party European logistics service providers (3PLs) between 1998 and 2004 is examined, particularly their approach to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and logistics alliances. It shows that while growth among 3PLs is aimed at providing more cohesive European logistics coverage, national culture constrains their efforts. More consolidation within the 3PL industry is expected. A few market leaders offer a wide range and scope of services, while most other firms have a diversified portfolio of interests. (c) 2005 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

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页码：495 / 510

页数：16