Their trade was principally by sea, and during periods of low wind their ships were laid up. They partly countered this by establishing trading ports in Spain, Sicily and Noth Africa. They subsequently faced opposition from the Greeks who established new city-states throughout the area to place their surplus populations, and these cities did not welcome competition from the Phoenicians.
Profit.
Trade.
Trade.
The Phoenicians were a people who became prosperous through international trade.
The Hittites expanded militarily, the Phoenicians expanded through trade.
The rugged mountain ranges and limited arable land in the region where the Phoenicians lived made overland travel difficult and impractical for trade. As a result, the Phoenicians turned to the sea, which provided easier and more efficient access to distant markets and resources. Their mastery of shipbuilding and navigation allowed them to establish extensive trade networks across the Mediterranean. This reliance on maritime trade greatly contributed to their economic prosperity and cultural exchange.
They had a fleet of armed vessels to conduct the trade, and established trading depots in the areas of interest.
Trade.
Trade.
Trade and security.
Ships, trade, buildings.
For consumption and trade.