Ports, in the context of transportation, serve a derived demand that can be segmented into specific markets. The most salient markets include cruise ports and terminals, the break-bulk market, ports as complexes supplying and distributing energy, the provision and management of containers, and how cold chain technology has allowed ports to play an active role within these supply chains, particularly with refrigerated containers (reefers).
- Chapter 8.1 Cruise Ports
- Chapter 8.2 Break-Bulk
- Chapter 8.3 Energy
- Chapter 8.4 Containers: The Box and Chassis Markets
- Chapter 8.5 Containers: The Containerization of Commodities
- Chapter 8.6 Port Cold Chains
- Chapter 8.7 Automotive and RORO Markets
- Chapter 8.8 Tourist Harbors and Marinas