The New Large Container Carriers and Their Operational Effectiveness in Logistics Chains

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This paper compares two types of container ships used in maritime transport of containers: Triple-E and Suezmax ships. Unit costs for a selected route are compared and operational effectiveness of large container ships is calculated. Unit transportation costs per TEU transported are compared as well. There is described the importance of these large container carriers for logistics.

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