OCEANIA

Victoria competition inquiry planned

19 years ago

An inquiry into the impact of port planning on competition for container stevedoring services in Victorian ports is to be conducted by the state’ s economic regulator.

A report is expected by the end of the year.

Meanwhile, Victoria’s regional ports have criticised local government decisions that adversely affect their strategic growth. Port managers for Portland, Geelong and Hastings report situations where developments close to ports, including land subdivisions, directly impact on their ability to function effectively.