By Captain Bill Chalmers, FCIS

Port and terminal managers have had to adapt fast to meet rising demand driven by the rapid expansion in world trade during the 21st century. Globalisation has put port models under growing pressure in increasingly competitive cargo markets. Better productivity - through expansion or more efficient use of existing assets - is crucial for economic survival.

Second Edition. By Wayne K. Talley

Edited by Stephen Pettit and Anthony Beresford, it offers a comprehensive overview of the entire port industry, and insights into the geography, economics, politics and trade involved in port management.