Israel Shipping Report Q4 2012 - New Market Research Report
Israel's two major ports, Ashdod and Haifa are holding up better than expected in light of Israel's struggling exports. Domestic consumption has been crucial, and container throughput, the key driver of total tonnage at the Port of Haifa, has seen double-digit growth in the first half. However, with privatisation for Eilat in jeopardy, and the Mediterranean facilities facing existential problems with regards to their capacity to handle mega-vessels, the future for the Israeli ports sector may not be so rosy.
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