Porty jako ważne centra regionalnego wzrostu gospodarczego: wybrane myśli o wyzwaniach dla rozwoju i działalności portów
Ports as important centers of regional economic development: selected thoughts on port development challenges and activities

Summary/Abstract: A review of major issues related to the role which ports play in stimulating and supporting regional economic development has been completed. Ports as major industrial centers have critical impact on the quality of life of local and regional societies. There is an irrefutable and intricate connection between ports and regions. The portregion(city) relationships are impacted by changing economy and globalization. Many benefits from port activities occur in remote regions or areas, while costs are concentrated locally. This negative divergence requires proper management and policy making actions. Local authorities should actively participate in port management activities.To facilitate that, changes in port laws may be needed, especially in new EU member states. Economic impact of ports on local and national economies should be monitored to provide for the best investment and development decisions. Ports need interdisciplinary innovation in transportation. Some measures for increasing their role as innovative centersof intermodal transportation have been addressed.

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