Future port project designs should consider intermodal connectivity. Ingress and egress to the port area are critical to the efficiency of transport infrastructure and services. Most of the major ports in Asian countries are located in major urban centers, which initially did not pose any problem since cargo volumes were still small. As cargo volumes have increased because of economic and population growth, port areas have expanded while local transport networks have failed to keep pace. There is a need to fully utilize existing and potential intermodal connectivity to serve existing and future cargo growth. The growth of roads, rail, and water transport should coincide with the growth in cargo traffic, with each mode providing its share of transport capacity.
Chittagong Port Trade Facilitation Project