Designing an Evaluation Scheme for the Relationship between Port Logistics and Hinterland Economy

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jbm.202509406

Author(s)

Pengcheng Yu

Affiliation(s)

Yantai Transportation Service Center, Yantai, China

Abstract

The coordinated development of port logistics and the hinterland economy is a pivotal pathway for enhancing regional economic quality and efficiency. This paper takes Yantai Port as a case study and constructs a grey relational model. Based on the correlated data of port logistics and hinterland economic indicators from 2018 to 2024, a systematic analysis of the interrelation and synergy between Yantai’s port logistics and hinterland economy is conducted. The findings indicate a substantial degree of correlation between them, illustrating a dynamic and mutually reinforcing relationship. In light of the empirical analysis results, this study identifies shortcomings in the port logistics and hinterland economy of Yantai and proposes recommendations to foster their further coordinated development. Suggestions include increasing investment in port infrastructure, enhancing foundational facilities, optimizing industrial structure, addressing the issue of uncoordinated urban-port development, and strengthening support.

Keywords

Grey Relational Model; Port Logistics; Hinterland Economy; Correlation Analysis

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