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Main Criteria:
Not yet operational. Also
a ‘green field’ site port, which is to be, developed through capital
from private investments.
General:
Strong opposition from local fisherman
jeopardises plans;
Trade estimate 2010:
3.1 mln tonnes;
Cargoes Planned :
Petroleum products,
clinker/cement, LNG (2,5 mln tonnes for Natelco-Unocal to be
commissioned by 2004), general cargoes;
Facilities Planned:
Lighterage(?) facilities 3
km from shore in water of 10m depth;
Developments:
Chemical estate;
Infrastructure:
Rail connections to Umargaon need to be
extended by 9 km. The road between Maroli and Navasari (8 km) is
broadened to 4 lanes.
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