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| Author: | Maiden, A. |
| Title: | Durban: Port in a storm |
| Journal: | African Business
2003 : 283, p. 22-25 |
| Index terms: | SOUTH AFRICA ANALYTICAL REVIEW SHIPPING INDUSTRY |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | The Durban Container Terminal (DCT) is key to South Africa's export ambitions. But, as the author reports, current traffic, employment and privatisation issues are stalling those plans. Congestion at the port of Durban in South Africa has been a major source of concern for the shipping and freight industry. By the end of November, delays were reported to be down to 10 hours per ship compared to delays ranging from 85-120 hours at the beginning of October. While this represents a significant improvement, concerns remain that the port must overcome many more obstacles over the next few months to appease shippers. The paper provides an inset "Pirates increases insurance costs". |
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