The History of Modern Chinese Shipping (1895-1937)

This book focuses on the history of Chinas shipping development from 1895 to 1937, covering inland, coastal, and ocean shipping. The research encompasses the evolution of shipping management institutions during the late Qing Dynasty, the Nanjing Provisional Government, the Beiyang Government, and the Nanjing National Government, the restoration of shipping sovereignty, the provision of shipping management systems, and the allocation of shipping resources. It also examines the capital structure, management systems, business models, ancillary industries (docks, warehouses), and route expansion of national shipping enterprises. Additionally, it delves into competition, cooperation, and the shifting power dynamics between Chinese and foreign shipping enterprises. The development of shipping industry associations (such as the Merchant Ship Hall, Merchant Ship Association, Shipping Industry Association, Seamens Union, and Federation of Ship Officers and Engineers) is also explored. Furthermore, the cultivation and management of shipping talents, including those from the Wusong Merchant Ship School and seamen, are addressed. The book also discusses the development of related port and shipping industries, including shipping insurance, waterway dredging, pilotage, shipbuilding and repair, and customs brokerages.