Territorial Economic Dynamics and the Influence of Logistics Activities: An Exhaustive Review of Trends and Outlook

Abstract

Logistics activities have a major role to contribute to regional development and local economic growth. This literature review examines the relationship between logistics activities and economic development, focusing on the economic and spatial dimensions. To do this, we begin by considering logistics as a factor of economic transformation in order to understand how logistics activities can influence territorial economic dynamic. Particular attention will be paid to The Foundations of Territorial Attractiveness and the Impacts of Logistics Investment on the Local Economy. The review will follow a systematic methodology, including an exhaustive search of academic databases. It will focus on the relationships between logistics activities, spatial planning and local economic development, exploring both economic and spatial dimensions for a holistic view. Major themes include the impact of logistics infrastructures, synergies with local economic development, and the influence of economic and spatial dimensions. This review will help to consolidate understanding of the links between logistics infrastructure and local economic development.

Key words : Economic development, Territorial Economic dynamics, Territorial attractiveness,

JEL Classification : O1- R11- O18

Paper type : Theoretical research