Question

why did the european trading companies set up trade centres in costal areas?

Answer 1

The European trading companies have set up trade centres in coastal areas because

1. The import and export of goods becomes easier through the sea.Goods could be easily loaded and unloaded from the sea ports nearer the coastal areas.
2. Moreover, ships were the only means of transportation for carrying goods.So, coastal areas become convenient as they are closer to the sea.
3. The cost of labour also becomes less as goods need not be carried far.