Principles of International Logistics

Jose Lelis Tongzon, PhD, Professor of Logistics, Inha University, Incheon, South Korea and Inha University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

This textbook offers a comprehensive analysis of traditional and newly emerging challenges affecting international logistics management from practical, theoretical and policy perspectives. Principles of International Logistics provides an in-depth exploration of the role of intermodal transportation, and the policy-oriented issues of market liberalization, regulatory policies, quality of institutions and supply chain orientation. Principles of International Logistics will be an essential text for undergraduate students of international logistics, logistics management and global supply chains.

‘With this book, José Tongzon brings together all the key principles and elements relevant to the international logistics arena. Based on his significant international experience and a profound understanding of the educational process, the author interweaves and illuminates the content with his own unique perspective on the industry.’
– Kevin Cullinane, University of Gothenburg, Sweden

‘This book reflects the author’s holistic view on international logistics that involves a wide range of factors from the international to firm levels. Written by an academic with consultant experience in international trade and economic policy and management, it offers an intuitive and practical approach to the subject matter.’
– Owen Nguyen, University of Tasmania, Australia