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Review of doctoral dissertation: Marko Lončarević: Croatian railways in the function of the European logistics operator

The scientific contribution of this doctoral dissertation lies in the fact that the most important characteristics of the rail business are analysed and defined on a scientific basis with respect to the successful transformation of the railways into modern logistics operators. Through benchmarking analyses with potential competitors and industry leaders the significant lagging behind Croatian Railways is identified as well as the key areas for improvement to be achieved as soon as possible. By implementation of the proposed new model, and by adjustment of the present Croatian Railways restructuring model, the positive effect of a quicker and more effective transformation of Croatian Railways into a European logistics operator can be achieved, which is a goal very closely connected to the strategic goals of the Croatian transport system. The strategic goals of the Croatian transport system are related to the economic goals at the national level, so it can be concluded that the implementation of the proposed model would have a positive impact on the Croatian economy as a whole.

Logistics operators; Croatian Railways; Restructuring process; European logistics operator

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