Development of Cargo Port Infrastructure in the Asian Region

Abstract

The growth and achievements of the cargo and shipping industry of the Asian region are significant. Increasing cargo movement and recognition of the cargo industry as an important economic sector resulted in the development of the port infrastructure, national policies, funds allocation and intense regional competition. Therefore, the present research is a genuine attempt to study the availability of infrastructure at prominent cargo ports of the various countries of the region, like China, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and South Korea. The study provided a precise picture of the regional port infrastructure and analysed the present challenges of the development. The researcher has provided the contemporary port infrastructure parameters—modern and technology-enabled infrastructure, sustainability, and competitiveness of the infrastructure. A detailed port infrastructure development plan has been given. The provided suggestions are guiding notes for policymakers and planners of the countries of the Asian region.