Spatial–Temporal Evolution Characteristics and Influencing Factors for the Coupling Coordinated Development of Transport Logistics and Technology

Qixia Song (), Shouwen Ji and Hanjing Deng
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Qixia Song: School of Traffic and Transportation, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, China
Shouwen Ji: School of Traffic and Transportation, Beijing Jiaotong University, Beijing 100044, China
Hanjing Deng: Beibu Gulf Port Co., Ltd., Nanning 530201, China

Sustainability, 2025, vol. 17, issue 4, 1-26

Abstract: In recent years, China’s transport logistics industry has experienced rapid development, driven by the technological advancements. But the coupling mechanism between transport logistics and technology is currently unclear, and there are likely regional differences. This study uses the entropy weight method, coupling coordination models and 20-year provincial panel data to measure the coupling coordinated development level of transport logistics and technology across 31 Chinese provinces (districts, cities). The spatial–temporal distribution, dynamic evolution, and regional differences in the coupling coordination development were analysed using kernel density estimation and the Moran index. Through the application of the Spatial Durbin Model (SDM), the mechanisms and spatial effects of selected influencing factors on the development levels are revealed. The results of this study revealed the following findings. (1) The levels of development in transport logistics and technology have consistently shown a positive upward trend with regional disparities. (2) Most provinces demonstrated a positive upward trend in the coupling coordinated development with a multi-polarised state. The overall level of coupling coordination is decreasing from east to west. In 2022, the difference between the highest and lowest coupling coordination degree between provinces is 0.78. (3) The national economy, industrial structure, urbanisation level, and consumption intensity have positive impacts on the coupling coordinated development of local regions. The findings of this study, which reveal positive trends and significant regional disparities, underscore the importance of formulating strategic plans tailored to local conditions to promote the coupled development of transport logistics and technology.

Keywords: coupling coordinated development; transport logistic; technology; spatial–temporal evolution; influencing factors (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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