To achieve this, it is estimated that the country will need 90 berths totalling 20 kilometres, while at present only 27 berths exist capable of accommodating major container traffic. India is expected to reach capacity crisis by 2010, when demand will outstrip port capacity.
Hong Kong-based port operator Wharf Holdings is forecast to make a profit of ¢200m in the six months to June.This compares with ¢192m in the corresponding 2005 period.
