Lo­gist­ic Clusters

Course content

The course sets out to discuss different global supply chain designs and their connection to logistics. Next, the concept of logistics cluster is discussed from a theoretical point of view including definitions and types of clusters.

Then the various logistics operations and activies in clusters, such as value added activities are discussed. This discussion includes the role of various economic actors in the clusters such as shippers, logistics service providers, ports and infrastructure owners. To enhance understanding on what a logsitics cluster is, the course offers a field trip to a specific logistics cluster. Further, networks and relationships are discussed as important cluster characteristics.

The course continues by discussing specific European and global logistics clusters and their particluar roles in international trade. The logistics clusters of Greater Copenhagen, Vancouver and Shenzhen are touched upon an the course finalizes by discussing how logistics clusters can be analyzed and compared..