A Decade of Reverse Logistics Research (2013-2023): A Comprehensive Bibliometric Analysis of Trends, Influences, and Global Engagement

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of Reverse Logistics (RL) research from 2013 to 2023, aiming to identify key trends, influential authors, institutional contributions, and global engagement within the field.Utilizing data from 1,650 articles retrieved from the Scopus database, the Analysis reveals the growing importance of RL in supply chain management and sustainability research.The study employs various bibliometric techniques, including authorship analysis, temporal Analysis, institutional contribution analysis, global participation analysis, journal impact analysis, keyword dynamics analysis, and citation network analysis.The results highlight the significant contributions of authors such as Govindan and Kannan, the steadily increasing number of RL publications over time, and the global nature of RL research, with strong participation from countries like China, India, and the United States.The study also identifies the most influential journals in the field, such as the Journal of Cleaner Production, and the core themes and emerging trends in RL research, including sustainable development and circular economy.However, the study is limited by its reliance on a single database and potential biases in selecting search terms and inclusion criteria.Future research should consider incorporating data from multiple sources and employing more diverse methodological approaches to understand the RL research landscape comprehensively.