A Study of the Efficiency of Mediterranean Container Ports: A Data Envelopment Analysis Approach

The current paper presents the results of a study that analyzed and evaluated efficiency largest container ports in wider area Mediterranean Basin. research question this seeks to respond is how resources (inputs) port reflect its level activity efficiency. In particular, what relationship between ports’ infrastructures, equipment their productivity ability attract economic activities as well extent effect on port’s efficiency? methodology uses data envelopment analysis (DEA) output-oriented model following cross-sectional approach. conducts two modeling approaches, CCR BCC model. goes deeper compares estimates relation medium-sized large classification total market share. main findings indicated an average 0.88 0.89 assuming constant variable returns scale, respectively, implying can increase output levels up approximately 1.2 times without any change inputs.