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26/04/2026

Call for Papers | International Business Logistics (IBL) Journal
The International Business Logistics (IBL) journal invites researchers, academics, and industry professionals to submit their latest work to a globally recognized, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to advancing logistics and global business development.
**The journal is currently indexed by DOAJ, EBSCO, Google Scholar, WorldCat and in the final process of being indexed by SCOPUS.
IBL is a biannual, open-access journal committed to publishing high-quality research that tackles both theoretical insights and real-world challenges in logistics, supply chains, and international business.
🗓 Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026
🔍 Why publish with ?
•⁠ ⁠Open Access (Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial 4.0 License)
•⁠ ⁠No Article Processing Charges (APCs) or Submission Fees
•⁠ ⁠Efficient Online Submission & Peer-Review Tracking System
•⁠ ⁠Supported by the AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport ( )
•⁠ ⁠Guided by a distinguished international editorial and advisory board
•⁠ ⁠For Egyptian Academics; counted for 7 Points by the Supreme Council of Universities (SCU)
📩 Submit your manuscript here:
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/index
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For any questions, please contact us via email. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

College of International Transport and Logistics - CITLAlexandria
Sandra Haddad
Sama Gad
Ahmed Hussein

22/04/2026

International Business Logistics
Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc

Interrelations of logistics performance and trade promotion: a systematic review
Eunice Muraguri, Noleen Pisa
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/IBL.2025.05.1.1665

Abstract

Logistics activities play a critical role in the supply chain system from the sourcing of raw materials through production up to the final product delivery to the end user. This systematic review sought to establish the propensity to use LPI to measure logistics performance and explore the interrelationships between green transportation, logistics eco-innovations and trade promotion. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta – Analysis (PRISMA) guided the search. Scopus, Web of Science and Science Direct were searched while English peer-reviewed articles published between 2000 and 2025 were considered. The search yielded 21 papers that were considered in the review. Topics covered LPI, green transportation, logistics eco-innovations and trade promotion in developing nations. The results indicated an inclination to use LPI to measure logistics activities though it was marred by some limitations. A positive link between green transportation, logistics eco-innovation and trade promotion was also established. The reviewed papers collectively highlighted the benefits of green transportation and logistics eco-innovations in environmental degradation prevention through CO2 reduction, emission minimization, and pollution reductions. A clear link between green transportation, logistics eco-innovations and trade promotion was also established. However, the review established that research from Africa was scarce, with most of the reviews emanating specifically from China and Asian countries.

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21/04/2026

🌍 Call for Papers | International Business Logistics (IBL) Journal

The International Business Logistics (IBL) journal invites researchers, academics, and industry professionals to submit their latest work to a globally recognized, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to advancing logistics and global business development.

**The journal is currently indexed by DOAJ, EBSCO, Google Scholar, WorldCat and in the final process of being indexed by SCOPUS.

IBL is a biannual, open-access journal committed to publishing high-quality research that tackles both theoretical insights and real-world challenges in logistics, supply chains, and international business.

🗓 Submission Deadline: May 15, 2026

🔍 Why publish with ?
•⁠ ⁠Open Access (Creative Commons Attribution–NonCommercial 4.0 License)
•⁠ ⁠No Article Processing Charges (APCs) or Submission Fees
•⁠ ⁠Efficient Online Submission & Peer-Review Tracking System
•⁠ ⁠Supported by the AASTMT Arab Academy For Science, Technology and Maritime Transport ( )
•⁠ ⁠Guided by a distinguished international editorial and advisory board
•⁠ ⁠For Egyptian Academics; counted for 7 Points by the Supreme Council of Universities (SCU)

📩 Submit your manuscript here:
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/index

Be part of shaping the future of logistics and global business.

•⁠ ⁠page: https://www.facebook.com/ibl.apc
•⁠ ⁠LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ibl-journal/
• Contact Email: [email protected]

For any questions, please contact us via email. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

College of International Transport and Logistics - CITLAlexandria
Sandra Haddad
Sama Gad
Ahmed Hussein

20/04/2026

Call for papers

The editorial board of the “International Business Logistics (IBL)” journal is pleased to announce a call for papers for its June 2025 issue. Published by the (APC) Academy Publishing Center of AASTMT, IBL is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal with a clear plan for inclusion in international databases such as Scopus. The journal is currently indexed by DOAJ, EBSCO, Google Scholar, and WorldCat.

About IBL
IBL is a biannual international peer-reviewed journal that provides a global platform for disseminating research articles, case studies, and reviews. The journal covers a broad range of topics, including but not limited to:
• Logistics
• Supply chain management
• Reverse logistics and green supply chain
• Supply chain resilience
• Supply chain modeling and transportation simulations
• Transport systems and processes
• Multimodal transport
• Maritime transport economics
• Retailing
• Last mile logistics
• Sustainable development
• Blockchain
• Global supply chain risk management
• Digital transformation in logistics and supply chain

Key Features
• Open Access: The journal is freely accessible online.
• Creative Commons License: Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License, which allows authors to retain copyright while protecting against unauthorized commercial use.
• No Fees: IBL does not charge article processing charges (APCs) or submission fees.

Submission Details
• Deadline: May 15, 2026
• Submission Link: http://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/ibl/user/register
• Contact Email: [email protected]

For any questions, please contact us via email. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

14/04/2026

International Business Logistics
Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc

Investigating the role of green logistics practices in reducing nonrenewable energy consumption
Mai Hisham Haroun, May Salah ElDine, Lixin Shen Shen
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/IBL.2025.05.1.1423

Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to highlight the significance of green logistics practices in minimizing non-renewable energy usage, with a specific focus on the mediating role of B2B customers' purchasing intentions.

Design/methodology/approach – This study employs qualitative research, starting with a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to examine green logistics practices in reducing non-renewable energy use. Semi-structured interviews with ten Egyptian petroleum logistics experts validate and refine a research framework derived from the SLR. The research is theoretically grounded in the Resource-Based View (RBV), framing green logistics as strategic organizational capabilities. Additionally, Institutional Theory is used to understand the role of external pressures shaping B2B purchasing decisions.

Findings – The study identified key green logistics themes, including green purchasing, transportation, and reverse logistics, highlighting Egypt's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through public-private collaborations. Despite progress, challenges like weak infrastructure and low awareness persist. A conceptual framework was developed, showing how green logistics practices influence purchasing intentions and energy reliance reduction, offering insights for policymakers and organizations.

Theoretical Contribution – This study advances the application of the Resource-Based View (RBV) and Institutional Theory within the context of green logistics in emerging markets. By integrating both theories, it offers a deeper understanding of how internal capabilities and external institutional pressures jointly shape sustainable purchasing behavior in B2B settings. The study also contributes to the literature by developing a conceptual framework linking green logistics practices to reduced non-renewable energy dependence through B2B customer engagement.

Practical Contribution – The findings provide actionable insights for policymakers, logistics managers, and stakeholders in the petroleum sector. By identifying critical barriers such as infrastructure limitations and low awareness, the study suggests targeted strategies for promoting green logistics. Moreover, the conceptual framework can serve as a roadmap for organizations aiming to align sustainability goals with customer expectations, thereby supporting Egypt's broader environmental and energy transition objectives.

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07/04/2026

Call for papers: International Business Logistics (IBL)
We are pleased to invite you to submit your manuscript to the upcoming issue of the International Business Logistics (IBL) journal, a biannual, international, peer-reviewed, and open-access publication that provides a global platform for the dissemination of high-quality research in the field of logistics and its role in global business development.
The IBL journal aims to serve researchers, scientists, academics, institutions, and professionals by publishing cutting-edge work that addresses theoretical and practical challenges in logistics and business. We welcome experimental, computational, and theoretical studies, as well as case studies and critical reviews that advance knowledge in this vital area.
Topics of Interest Include (but are not limited to):
• Logistics and Global Supply Chain Management
• Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management
• Reverse Logistics and Green Supply Chains
• Blockchain Applications in Supply Chains
• Digital Transformation in Logistics
• Last-Mile Logistics & Retail Logistics
• Modelling & Simulation of Transport and Supply Chains
• Maritime Transport Economics & Multimodal Transport
• Sustainable Development in Logistics
• Supply Chain Finance and Marketing
• Human Resource Management in Logistics
• Cross-Functional & Interdisciplinary Logistics Research
Key Features of IBL:
• Open Access with Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 License
• No Article Processing Charges (APCs) or Submission Fees
• Online Submission & Peer-Review Tracking System
• Financially supported by the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT)
• Backed by an esteemed international editorial and advisory board
Submission Deadline: MAY 15, 2026
Submit your manuscript via our online system:
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/RESD/user/register

01/04/2026

International Business Logistics
Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc
The influence of logistics preparedness on resilient disaster relief operations: evidence from disaster relief operations practitioners in humanitarian organizations in Tanzania
Yohana Arsen Rutaba, Noel Peter Mrope, Leonada Raphael Mwagike
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/IBL.2025.05.1.1368

Abstract

The research investigated the influence of logistics preparedness on resilient disaster relief operations in Tanzania. This study involved testing the alternative hypothesis: logistics preparedness has positive significant influence on resilient disaster relief operations in Tanzania. This study is guided by stakeholder theory and resource orchestration theory. Positivism research philosophy was observed with adoption of explanatory research design. Data were collected from humanitarian logistics and disaster relief operations practitioners (unit of enquiry) working in humanitarian organizations (Hos) (unit of analysis), using questionnaire and interviews, collected from 192 respondents. Sample size was calculated using Slovin’s formula and the study employed stratified systematic random sampling. Data analysis included usage of descriptive and multiple linear regression analysis with the aid of SPSS. The findings portray positive relationship between the variables, all the observed variables were significant with R2= 0.75, all with P-values < 0.05 – depicting strong and statistically significant influence of logistics preparedness factors on resilient disaster relief operations, demonstrating that logistics preparedness is very crucial for resilient disaster relief operations. The factors included; sustainable and flexible financial resource allocation -LOP1 ( β=0.312, P=0.003), investment in financial risk management-LOP2 ( β=0.256, P=0.022), capacity building-LOP3( β=0.189, P=0.011), deployment of skilled personnel ( LOP4) ( β=276, P=0.002), physical resource maintenance-LOP5 ( β=0.224, P=0.035)and sustainable practices-LOP6 ( β=0.198, P=0.005). This study contributes to the theoretical discourse on humanitarian logistics and resilient disaster relief operations. Humanitarian organizations and policy makers need to strengthen relief operations structures and prioritize initiatives aiming to enhance logistics preparedness. This study calls for structured humanitarian logistics plan and strategic direction and adds to the body of knowledge and theory on stakeholder engagement and resource pooling is essential in disaster relief operations. Further research involving integration of political instability, climate change, and global economic conditions, will contribute valuable insights to academia, policymakers, and practitioners.
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26/02/2026

International Business Logistics
Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc

An empirical study for transforming Egyptian seaports into smart ports through suggesting a strategic roadmap
Yosra Farahat, May Salah El-Din
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/IBL.2025.05.1.1348

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to develop a structured roadmap for transforming Egyptian seaports into smart ports by aligning with international standards to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and global competitiveness.

Design/methodology/approach: Using a quantitative research methodology, the study conducts an extensive literature review to identify critical pillars of smart port readiness, including digitalization, operational efficiency, safety and security, sustainability, cybersecurity, and human resources. Primary data was gathered through online surveys distributed to port managers and maritime industry experts to assess the current state of Egyptian ports.

Findings: The study identifies several gaps in the current infrastructure and practices of Egyptian ports, notably in automation, digital integration, and cybersecurity. Based on empirical data, it proposes a phased roadmap to smart port development focusing on strategic improvements in digitalization, automation, sustainability, and workforce capabilities.

Research implications: This research provides a theoretical framework for assessing smart port readiness; however, its scope is limited to quantitative methods and the specific context of Egyptian ports. Broader generalizability may require comparative studies across different regions or the inclusion of qualitative data.

Practical implications: The roadmap offers actionable insights for policymakers, port authorities, and stakeholders seeking to enhance port operations through smart technologies. It supports the design of phased interventions to address existing gaps and ensure a sustainable transformation.

Originality: This study contributes a context-specific, data-driven roadmap tailored to the unique needs of Egyptian ports. It fills a gap in the literature that predominantly focuses on ports in more developed economies. It offers a replicable framework for other developing countries aiming for smart port transformation.
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18/02/2026

International Business Logistics
Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc
Sustainable green motorized transportation in Africa: a systematic review of challenges, innovations, and policy interventions
Enock Musau Gideon
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21622/IBL.2025.05.1.1364
Abstract

Introduction: The current state of sustainable green motorized transportation in Africa is a subject of growing interest due to rapid urbanization, population growth, and the increasing demand for transportation services. The literature in this field highlights the urgent need for Africa to adopt sustainable practices in motorized transportation to mitigate environmental impacts, reduce carbon emissions, and promote sustainable development.

Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted across multiple electronic databases, including Scopus, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and Transport Research International Documentation (TRID), to identify relevant studies for inclusion in this systematic review. The search sought to retrieve peer-reviewed articles that address the role of industrialization and policy interventions in promoting sustainable green motorized transportation in Africa. The search followed a systematic and replicable approach to identify relevant literature comprehensively and complied with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statements.

Results: Research highlighted innovative approaches tailored to Africa's unique needs, including developing electric drive trains for cycles and electric two and three-wheelers to reduce pollution, enhance efficiency, and ensure affordability in the transportation sector. The review further revealed that rapid industrialization in African countries has increased vehicular traffic, resulting in environmental challenges like rising greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. Policy interventions encompassing infrastructure improvements, decarbonization strategies, emission standards, and adopting sustainable transportation technology are significant in shaping Africa's green motorized transportation landscape.

Discussions

The studies highlighted innovative strategies for sustainable green motorized transportation in Africa, including electric cycles, active transport, green infrastructure, and electric two-wheelers. These strategies emphasize the importance of tailored, eco-friendly approaches to address Africa's unique transportation needs, reducing pollution and enhancing efficiency. Industrialization has led to increased vehicle numbers, resulting in rising emissions and environmental challenges. Implementing emission standards and sustainable practices is crucial to mitigate these issues. Policy interventions play a vital role, but challenges like low government commitment and coordination need to be overcome for effective implementation
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03/02/2026

🌟IBL Volume 5, Issue 2 – December 2025 is Out! 🌟
Check out the latest Table of Contents for IBL Volume 5, Issue 2 (December 2025).

Table of Contents
Articles
Sustainable green motorized transportation in Africa: a systematic review of challenges, innovations, and policy interventions
Enock Musau Gideon

An empirical study for transforming Egyptian seaports into smart ports through suggesting a strategic roadmap
Yosra Farahat, May Salah El-Din

The influence of logistics preparedness on resilient disaster relief operations: evidence from disaster relief operations practitioners in humanitarian organizations in Tanzania
Yohana Arsen Rutaba, Noel Peter Mrope, Leonada Raphael Mwagike

Investigating the role of green logistics practices in reducing nonrenewable energy consumption
Mai Hisham Haroun, May Salah ElDine, Lixin Shen Shen

Interrelations of logistics performance and trade promotion: a systematic review
Eunice Muraguri, Noleen Pisa

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28/01/2026

We’re excited to announce that the December issue of International Business Logistics Journal (IBL), Volume 5, Issue 2 is now officially published!
📖 Read the full issue here: https://apc.aast.edu/ojs/index.php/IBL/issue/view/97/showToc

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