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This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis exploring the multifaceted aspects of establishing and operating an international freight logistics hub. Our research methodology encompasses four core components: network analysis, co-occurrence analysis, thematic mapping, and conceptual structure examination. This paper presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to explore the possibilities, legal, and technical prerequisites for establishing and operating an International Freight-Logistic Hub. Drawing on data from 2003 to 2023, the study analyses 241 documents from various sources, indicating a substantial and growing body of research in this field. The findings highlight a robust annual growth rate of 13.46% in scholarly output, significant international collaboration (21.16% of documents) and a diverse authorship base of 646 contributors. Key methodologies employed include network analysis, thematic mapping, co-occurrence analysis, and conceptual structure mapping using the Biblioshiny tool. The network analysis reveals influential authors and research clusters essential for policy engagement and strategic collaborations. Thematic mapping identifies crucial areas such as “containers,” “port terminals,” and “railroad yards and terminals” as Motor Themes, indicating their centrality and extensive research in hub operations. Co-occurrence analysis underscores the importance of supportive legal frameworks and technological advancements. At the same time, conceptual structure mapping highlights the role of specific technical aspects and geographical considerations in logistic hub operations. Our findings elucidate the critical legal and technical prerequisites for establishing a thriving hub and potential challenges and opportunities. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners, emphasising the need to foster advanced technologies, comprehensive legal regulations, and international collaborations to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of International logistics hubs. This bibliometric approach is crucial in understanding and shaping the evolving landscape of international freight logistics, with practical implications for developing and managing logistics hubs.

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“Bibliometric Analysis of Possibilities, Legal and Technical Prerequisites for Establishing and Operating an International Freight-Logistic Hub”

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年

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  • Mavridou Sofia,
  • Mavidis Aristotelis,
  • Folinas Dimitrios

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This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis exploring the multifaceted aspects of establishing and operating an international freight logistics hub. Our research methodology encompasses four core components: network analysis, co-occurrence analysis, thematic mapping, and conceptual structure examination. This paper presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to explore the possibilities, legal, and technical prerequisites for establishing and operating an International Freight-Logistic Hub. Drawing on data from 2003 to 2023, the study analyses 241 documents from various sources, indicating a substantial and growing body of research in this field. The findings highlight a robust annual growth rate of 13.46% in scholarly output, significant international collaboration (21.16% of documents) and a diverse authorship base of 646 contributors. Key methodologies employed include network analysis, thematic mapping, co-occurrence analysis, and conceptual structure mapping using the Biblioshiny tool. The network analysis reveals influential authors and research clusters essential for policy engagement and strategic collaborations. Thematic mapping identifies crucial areas such as “containers,” “port terminals,” and “railroad yards and terminals” as Motor Themes, indicating their centrality and extensive research in hub operations. Co-occurrence analysis underscores the importance of supportive legal frameworks and technological advancements. At the same time, conceptual structure mapping highlights the role of specific technical aspects and geographical considerations in logistic hub operations. Our findings elucidate the critical legal and technical prerequisites for establishing a thriving hub and potential challenges and opportunities. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners, emphasising the need to foster advanced technologies, comprehensive legal regulations, and international collaborations to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of International logistics hubs. This bibliometric approach is crucial in understanding and shaping the evolving landscape of international freight logistics, with practical implications for developing and managing logistics hubs.