Research Article

Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis

Number: 2 July 21, 2026
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Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis

Abstract

With the increase in global trade, the role of efficient logistics activities has also increased significantly. A country's strong logistics performance is a crucial indicator for trade expansion, export diversification, foreign direct investment, and economic growth. This study examines the variables determining the logistics performance of Türkiye and G-8 countries using data from the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) published by the World Bank. Türkiye ranks 42nd out of 139 countries with a score of 3.4. Among G8 countries, it is in the top 20, excluding Russia. It also lags behind G8 countries (excluding Russia) in the LPI sub-dimensions. Despite its geographical and geopolitical advantages, Türkiye faces challenges such as insufficient digitalization in customs functions, excessive bureaucracy, infrastructure deficiencies, shortcomings in tracking and monitoring functions, planning and delivery time delays, inadequate international communication, lack of sufficient technical equipment and expertise in logistics companies, currency fluctuations, and high fuel costs. The LPI does not provide a direct "gain" for countries; however, it serves as an international reference indicating a country's logistics strength. They have indirect economic and commercial benefits.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

International Corporation

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

July 21, 2026

Submission Date

February 20, 2026

Acceptance Date

June 30, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Number: 2

APA
Erdal, N., & Özbek, A. (2026). Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi, 2, 62-76. https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE
AMA
1.Erdal N, Özbek A. Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi. 2026;(2):62-76. https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE
Chicago
Erdal, Nurgül, and Ali Özbek. 2026. “Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis”. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi, nos. 2: 62-76. https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE.
EndNote
Erdal N, Özbek A (July 1, 2026) Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi 2 62–76.
IEEE
[1]N. Erdal and A. Özbek, “Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis”, İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi, no. 2, pp. 62–76, July 2026, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE
ISNAD
Erdal, Nurgül - Özbek, Ali. “Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis”. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi. 2 (July 1, 2026): 62-76. https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE.
JAMA
1.Erdal N, Özbek A. Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi. 2026;:62–76.
MLA
Erdal, Nurgül, and Ali Özbek. “Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis”. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi, no. 2, July 2026, pp. 62-76, https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE.
Vancouver
1.Nurgül Erdal, Ali Özbek. Türkiye and G-8 Countries from the Perspective of the Logistics Performance Index: A Comparative Analysis. İktisadi Araştırmalar Dergisi [Internet]. 2026 Jul. 1;(2):62-76. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA88EH95WE