§ 71. Major Wallasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the approximate tonnage of goods embarked and disembarked in the port of Mombasa-Kilindini in 1954, 1955, and 1956; and 60W what is the extent of port development in hand and projected.
§ Mr. ProfumoThe figures are given below. I should, however, like to assure my hon. Friend that the exertions of the East African Railways and Harbour Administration, for which they are to be commended, have brought the effective capacity of the port of Mombasa into line with current demand. Their development programme is designed to keep ahead of future requirements.
Approximate tonnages were:
Imports, including hulk oil: 1954 … … … 1,880,000 1955 … … … 2,150,000 1956 … … … 2,130,000 Exports: 1954 … … … 930,000 1955 … … … 990,000 1956 … … … 1,050,000 Port developments in hand include the completion of one deep water berth, and of shore facilities for the adjoining berth, and the construction of quay walls for four additional deep water berths. Plans for future development include the completion of shore facilities for one of the four new berths and facilities for open-berth operating at another; the construction of a passenger berth and terminal; and the reconstruction of some transit sheds.