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Global challenges in container shipping can cause periodic disruptions and result in volumetric losses in supply chain operations, which can restrict commercial mobility. Throughout history, major disruptions have been the most significant drivers of change and progress. Therefore, it is crucial to determine the impact of these challenges to develop solutions. The aim of this study is to determine the impact of global challenges that have occurred in the COVID-19 era on container shipping. Qualitative research methods were used to form a study group of twenty-seven industry representatives. The challenges were conceptualized into four main themes. The results of the study showed that the strategic decision areas prioritized include prolongation of the transport time, port congestion, increased shipping cost, and global scale impact. This study allows the impact of global challenges on container shipping to be conceptualized and to identify criteria for decision-making methods.
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This study is derived from the doctoral thesis entitled "The Impact of Covid-19 on Container Shipping: An Assessment Centred on Türkiye" by Arda Toygar at Karadeniz Technical University The Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences.
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Toygar, A., Yildirim, U. & Nart, S. Understanding the impact of global challenges on container shipping: a qualitative study in the COVID-19 era. WMU J Marit Affairs (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13437-023-00327-0
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