Multilayer dynamics of complex spatial networks: The case of global maritime flows (1977–2008)

César Ducruet

Journal of Transport Geography, 2017, vol. 60, issue C, 47-58

Abstract: This article investigates the degree of overlap among the different layers of circulation composing global maritime flows in recent decades. Mobilizing several methods originating from complex networks allows us to shed new light on specialization and diversification dynamics affecting the evolution of ports and shipping. The principal confirm the strong and path-dependent influence of multiplexity on traffic volume, range of interaction and centrality from various perspectives, such as matrices correlations, homophily, assortativity, and single linkage analysis. While the network grows and concentrates around large hubs over time, traffic distribution is also place-dependent due to the reinforced position of already established nodes.

Keywords: Assortativity; Homophily; Maritime transport; Path-dependency; Port; Spatial network (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2017
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jtrangeo.2017.02.007

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