Good Practices in Strategic Port Performance

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to identify the approaches and the Code of Good Practices related to the four dimensions of sustainability (economic, social, environmental, and institutional) in the port sector and provide a framework for action based on transparency, monitoring of indicators, and accountability for the future development of sustainable initiatives. Concerns and demands for greater commitment have been increasing in recent years; however, there are still wide divergences regarding the use of indexes.  

The key performance indicators are presented based on economic, institutional, social and environmental dimensions and an analysis is made of the different elements needed to efficiently address the decision-making process for a modern strategic approach to ports.