It is therefore the ongoing role of governments to ensure that at least some of the benefits of increased efficiency and lower costs are passed on to users. Experience shows that measures which help build consensus for privatization can facilitate a successful outcome to the process. Successful privatization in the port sector requires a continuing dialogue among all stakeholders. Perspectives of the parties involved Ports wish to facilitate development financing and strengthen competitiveness in terms of costs, services and management efficiency. Even so there may be some resistance to private sector participation from management, and particularly labour.
Shipping lines expect the range and quality of services to be enhanced through privatization.
Some major shipping lines may wish to have dedicated terminals under their managerial or operational control. Shippers expect improved services at lower costs from the process of privatization. In some cases, such as ore and other bulk terminals, shippers may wish to have a role in the ownership or management control of the terminals themselves. C. Port tariffs 1. Background Ports of the region have long-established tariff structures.