Canal Linking and Regional Developing: A Study on Industrial Relocation and River Port Location in the Context of Opening of Pinglu Canal

Key Points

• The aim is to explore how the opening of Pinglu Canal influences industrial relocation and river port locations.
• Analysis of the impact of canal linking on industrial relocation patterns.
• Examination of regional development metrics related to river port locations.
• Comparative assessments of pre- and post-canal economic activity.
• Findings indicate a positive correlation between canal opening and increased industrial relocation.
• Significant improvements in trade efficiency at newly established river ports were observed.
• Regional development indicators showed marked enhancement in areas serviced by the Pinglu Canal.