PKP Cargo's vision and strategic options with a view to European Union membership and globalisation of the economy

摘要

Over the last decade of the 20th century, the globalisation of the world economy, integration of the European economy and the corresponding international flows of physical goods have transformed the transport market. The key trends in the transport market and logistics are: 1. changes in how trade is organised: 1.1 globalisation of industry and services 1.2 concentration on big distribution hubs 2. liberalisation of the market: 2.1 free trade across borders 2.2 open access to rail infrastructure for new operators 3. regionalisation: 3.1 work on creating a pan-European transport system with logistics hubs 4. strategic alliances: 4.1 to broaden companies' business horizons, enhance their ability to compete and consolidate their capital in joint operations 5. utilisation of new technologies: 5.1 modern techniques and technology 5.2 more widespread application of IT solutions