Through detailed evaluation we aim to reduce the risk of development. Our philosophy in making recommendations is based on ‘what would WE do under the specific circumstances identified’. We can also investigate opportunities for risk sharing through equity participation, or help to arrange project finance through our local, regional and international networks.
Our specialists can advise on the latest grant and funding opportunities as well as which banks or institutions might be willing to become involved in maritime development.
All port development proposals must also have a positive financial outcome. This generally means minimal capital and operational costs to handle the forecast traffic. To achieve positive cash flow we constantly seek to develop facilities which require low or phased capital investment and low maintenance costs. Additionally, port development plans need to be flexible to allow port management to cater for any changes in traffic as economically as possible.
International funding agencies often require that a project should have a satisfactory economic rate of return as well as being financially viable. When required we carry out economic analysis of the port, taking into account both the national and regional economics with regard to the project.
