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    "content": "such as tugbuats and equipment like ship to shore cranes, wrench stackers, forklifts, etcetera . The programme is aimed at increasing efficiency at the port. The KPA is at an advanced stage of automising most of its cargo clearance operations, which is being done through e-port, which is an Information Communication Technology (ICT) concept introduced in November, 2006. This venture will reduce cargo clearance processes and improve efficiency at the port. Additionally, the Ministry, in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, is spearheading the development of community-based ICT system for port users. This will enhance efficiency in clearing cargo. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, revenues from the marine operations have been dwindling. The major reason for this undesirable development is the by-passing of the Port by large vessels. Only small-sized vessels are calling at the port of Mombasa. Large post-panamax vessels cannot access the port due to its shallow waters. This is a matter of concern since the port is gradually evolving into a feeder port. The solution to this problem is to deepen the channel to 14.5 metres. The project is expected to cost Kshs10 billion. Meanwhile, the Treasury has availed a total of Kshs1.2 billion to embark on this project. The amount is very small. Expansion of the Mombasa container terminal is another project. The KPA is taking measures to accommodate the growth in container traffic at the port. It has re- designed the existing container terminal with a view to increasing its holding capacity. Plans are also underway to construct a new container terminal at Port Reitz. The first phase of this project has commenced, and will be funded jointly by our Government and the Government of Japan. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, enhancement of marine safety security is another new project. The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has identified Mombasa as a regional centre. Following this recognition, the Ministry of Transport entered into a joint venture with the KPA and the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) and established a Research and Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC) for ships and crews in distress at sea. The centre will serve the whole of the East African region. An Integrated Security Improvement Programme (ISIP) has also been put in place, and is being implemented at the Port of Mombasa. This programme complies with the International Ships and Ports Security (ISPS) Code and, therefore, guarantees the safety of our port. Mr. Temporary Deputy Speaker, Sir, the next one is expansion and upgrading of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The mandate of managing airports and aerodromes falls under the Kenya Aiports Authority (KAA). The country is experiencing phenomenal growth in passenger and cargo traffic. Over the last three years, the traffic has grown by 6 per cent and 15 per cent, respectively. The main thrust of the authority is carriage development programmes and, therefore, its expansion project at the JKIA, is intended to increase passenger and freight facilities such as the cargo apron, warehouses,"
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