EGYPTIAN DRY PORTS AND THEIR ROLE IN ENHANCING LOGISTICS CORRIDORS: AN ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND LOGISTICAL PERSPECTIVE
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This study analyzes the role of Egyptian dry ports in enhancing the efficiency of logistics corridors by examining their economic, environmental, and logistical contributions, particularly in improving foreign trade competitiveness, reducing transportation and handling costs, and supporting sustainable development objectives. The research adopts a descriptive analytical approach the competitive environment in which Egyptian dry ports operate, complemented by a systematic review of the most recent literature up to 2025. The study offers a unique contribution by integrating economic, environmental, and logistical perspectives within a single analytical framework and linking these to broader themes of sustainability and digital transformation—an area that remains insufficiently addressed in both Arabic and international literature. The findings enrich academic knowledge by presenting a comprehensive model that future research can use to assess dry ports’ roles in sustainable supply chains. Practically, the study provides policy-relevant guidance for decision-makers and logistics stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of diversifying service providers, strengthening multimodal transport integration, investing in digitization and smart logistics systems, and adopting environmentally responsible operational strategies to enhance competitiveness and support national economic development.
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DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/MARLOG.2026.15.1.63
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