The objects of this Act are to—
| (a) |
promote the development of an effective and productive South African ports industry that is capable of contributing to the economic growth and development of our country; |
| (b) |
establish appropriate institutional arrangements to support the governance of ports; |
| (c) |
promote and improve efficiency and performance in the management and operation of ports; |
| (d) |
enhance transparency in the management of ports; |
| (e) |
strengthen the State’s capacity to— |
| (i) |
separate operations from the landlord function within ports; |
| (ii) |
encourage employee participation, in order to motivate management and workers; |
| (iii) |
facilitate the development of technology, information systems and managerial expertise through private sector involvement and participation; and |
| (f) |
promote the development of an integrated regional production and distribution system in support of government’s policies. |
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