Strategic Management of Sustainable Economic Development in Transport and Logistics Sector Companies

Introduction. The impact of the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and military actions make the issue of business viability in Ukraine relevant. Modern reality requires new management approaches based on sustainable development strategies. Crisis phenomena have seriously affected local and global logistics, disrupted supply chains, and caused changes in the transport and logistics sectors. The slow development of transport technologies and intermodal transport has reduced Ukraine’s potential and negatively affected its competitiveness. Therefore, effective strategic management for the sustainable economic development of transport enterprises is vital for overall economic development. Aim and tasks. This study aims to analyse and formulate strategies for the sustainable economic development of transport enterprises, including challenges and innovative solutions, such as digitalisation and the development of smart transport systems. Results. Current trends in the development of domestic and international freight transportation, along with the restoration of capacity in Ukraine, confirm the prospects of the industry and its promising prospects even in wartime. The analysis of the operating profitability of Ukrainian transport companies in 2018-2022 showed a negative value (-1.6%), indicating losses in the industry. However, in 2019-2021, there was steady growth, and in 2021, profitability increased to 5.8%. However, according to 2023 calculations, Ukraine has the lowest logistics performance index among neighbouring countries (2.70), indicating severe problems in logistics management and international competitiveness. Because the development of digital technologies in the transport sector creates conditions for their direct use in all sectors of the economy, it is only possible to formulate strategic development directions by considering the need to develop digital transport tools. The main trends in the transport sector have proposed a methodology for forming and implementing a sustainable economic development strategy for transportation companies. Conclusions. The concept of strategic preparation and management of sustainable economic development is the most common practical application of the theoretical foundations of regional companies and fulfils the monitored part of their transport policy. Strategic models focused on adapting to modern challenges have been proposed to ensure the development of transport and logistics companies. Transport companies operate under constant changes in business environments that require flexibility and a mandatory management approach.