“UBERIZATION” in empty container repositioning – possibilities and challenges

Abstract

Abstract – This paper explores the perspectives and challenges of the most innovative platforms for the purpose of empty container repositioning (ECR) reduction. Cooperation between all stakeholders is of crucial importance for efficient ECR. A last generation of e-marketplaces, related to “uberization”, may provide an additional impetus for collaboration between all parties. Keywords – Empty container repositioning, Collaboration, Uber technology.