1.2.4. Types of Port

Generally, ports are classified according to the types of traffic which they handle. Types of port according to cargo handled:

(i) Industrial Ports: These ports specialise in bulk cargo-like grain, sugar, ore, oil, chemicals and similar materials.

(ii) Commercial Ports: These ports handle general cargo-packaged products and manufactured goods. These ports also handle passenger traffic.

(iii) Comprehensive Ports: Such ports handle bulk and general cargo in large volumes. Most

of the world’s great ports are classified as comprehensive ports.