Model
Digital Document
Publisher
Florida Atlantic University
Description
This study was undertaken to present an overview of the marine
facilities at the Port of Miami and to describe its functions
in the context of traditional port geography. First an analysis
of the historical development of the port at Miami is
made. Second the impact of new technology in the maritime industry
upon the Port of Miami is examined. Third the nature
and fourth the origins and destinations of the port's trade
are evaluated to establish volume of flows and the areal extent
of the Seaport of Miami's waterborne commerce. Finally
the future viability of the Dodge Island Complex is assessed.
facilities at the Port of Miami and to describe its functions
in the context of traditional port geography. First an analysis
of the historical development of the port at Miami is
made. Second the impact of new technology in the maritime industry
upon the Port of Miami is examined. Third the nature
and fourth the origins and destinations of the port's trade
are evaluated to establish volume of flows and the areal extent
of the Seaport of Miami's waterborne commerce. Finally
the future viability of the Dodge Island Complex is assessed.
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