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haghighi M, Hassangholi Pour T, yousefi H. An analysis of Role of Dry Ports on Development of Container Transit from the Iranian South Ports by Balanced Scorecard Method. ijmt 2013; 1 :73-78
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An analysis of Role of Dry Ports on Development of Container Transit from the Iranian South Ports by Balanced Scorecard Method
Mohammad Haghighi1 , Tahmores Hassangholi Pour * 1, Homayun Yousefi2
1- College of Management, Tehran University
2- Khoramshahr Maritime University
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In this paper, we are going to investigate the growth of the Iranian maritime transport with a focus mainly on the North - South transit Corridor, review of dry ports in order to support the Iranian container terminals at the south ports in order to increase the volume of container storages at the terminals. For the purpose of assessing the outcome of port operational management, the Balanced Scorecard System is recommended for development of the Iranian South Ports and further consideration. Balanced Scorecard system is known as the most effective tool that successfully communicates strategic goals of the company with its operational management. Balanced Scorecard visualizes company strategy and links it to operational level. The main part of this paper is dedicated to evaluate the role of container transit from the North - South transport corridor with a focus on the Iran North South transport corridor in order to improve Maritime Transport of Iran and increase the Iranian transit market share. Next part of this paper will be designated to consider the Iranian Southern Container Terminals at Khoramshahr, Imam Khomani, Busher, Bandar Abbas and Chabahar port which have suitable strategic position as transit base in the region.
Keywords: Container transit, Dry port, Balanced Scorecard, Container terminals, North South transport corridor
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Type of Study: Research Paper | Subject: Maritime Transport and Port Management
Received: 2012/11/19 | Accepted: 2013/08/5
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