Transport min. follows up progress in multi-purpose station at Alexandria port

CAIRO, Feb 23 (MENA) - Transport Minister Kamel el Wazir held an extended meeting with the heads of companies implementing a multi-purpose station at Alexandria port.

Wazir stood on the progress realized so far in the project, according to a statement by the Transport Ministry.

He underlined the importance of working around the clock to accomplish the project within 24 months for the station to be ready to receive huge ships by 2022.

The project will contribute to upping the rating of Alexandria port, where about 60% of Egypt foreign trade is handled and realizing a leap in the port's potentials with regard to receiving bigger ships.