Table 4 Criteria Related to the Port Traffic Category

Availability of captive cargo

This term refers to the availability of import/export cargo from the hub port’s hinterland, which helps to maintain high load factors for vessels.

Frequency of ship visits

This criterion can be a good indicator of a port’s attractiveness, as it increases the hub port connectivity in maritime networks.

No. of services calling at port

This term refers to the level of concentration of liner shipping services at the hub port.