Economic Journal of Emerging Markets
Volume 10 Issue 1, 2018

Analysis of seaports efficiency in supporting inter-island transportation

Adenanthera L Dewa (Faculty of Economics and Business, Diponegoro University, Semarang)
Nugroho SBM (Faculty of Economics and Business, Diponegoro University, Semarang)
Mudjahirin Thohir (Faculty of Humanities, Diponegoro University, Semarang)
Indah Susilowati (Faculty of Economics and Business, Diponegoro University, Semarang)



Article Info

Publish Date
08 Mar 2018

Abstract

This study analyzes the efficiency of 15 ports in Indonesia that connect the islands;users' perceptions on the needs of sea transport facilities both in ships andterminals; and a network of passenger facility needs based on preference. Theresearch uses the sequential mixed method. The results show that 4 of the 15 portsamples have not yet reached efficiency. The main reasons why users choose shipsare because ships have complete facilities and are therefore more convenient,allow them to carry more goods, at affordable ticket prices, and users usuallytravel in groups. Users are most concerned with and want complete facilities,comfort, safety and order, viability and accessibility to reach the ports and boardthe ships.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JEP

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The Economic Journal of Emerging Markets (EJEM) is a peer-reviewed journal which provides a forum for scientific works pertaining to emerging market economies. Published every April and October, this journal welcomes original research papers on all aspects of economic development issues. The journal ...