Ji, H.; Sui, Y., and Wang, H., 2019. Sustainable development for shipping companies: A supply chain integration perspective. In: Li, L.; Wan, X.; and Huang, X. (eds.), Recent Developments in Practices and Research on Coastal Regions: Transportation, Environment and Economy. Journal of Coastal Research Journal of Coastal Research, Special Issue No. 98, pp. 339–343. Coconut Creek (Florida), ISSN 0749-0208.

With the increase of international competition and environmental protection requirements, sustainable development has become a key condition for the international competitiveness of shipping companies. This study used innovative behavior as a mediator to construct a supply chain integration mechanism for shipping companies and to promote the sustainable development of enterprises. Path analysis and hypothesis testing were performed based on structural equations. A survey of 287 samples of shipping companies was conducted through field surveys and internet questionnaires. This research shows that external integration and internal integration of the supply chain have a positive impact on the sustainable development of shipping companies through enterprise innovation. Finally, the article expounds on the management significance of this mechanism for the sustainable development of shipping companies.