Deregulation

Deregulation is the process of removing or reducing government regulations that control economic activities. In the context of logistics, deregulation has resulted in the revisions or complete elimination of economic regulations controlling transportation.

  • The Motor Carrier Act of 1980 and the Staggers Act of 1980 revised the economic controls over motor carriers and railroads, and the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978 eliminated economic controls over air carriers.
  • As a result, the competitive dynamics of the transportation industry have changed, and businesses can now respond more quickly to changes in consumer demand.

While deregulation has had some negative consequences, such as increased congestion and pollution, it has also led to more efficiency and innovation in the transportation industry. Overall, deregulation has had a mixed impact on the transportation industry, but it has generally led to more competition and innovation, which is ultimately beneficial for consumers.

Related Links

Deregulation finally begets creativity – Logistics Management
Regulation vs. Deregulation: Both are costing shippers billions – Logistics Management

Related Videos

What is Deregulation?

View More