Business of Port Quiz

What are the main functions of port operations?

• Pilotage, towage, and mooring

• Transportation, warehousing, and inventory management

• Customization, packaging, and quality control

• Handling cargo, storage, and logistic services

Which function is not included in general logistic services?

• Transportation

• Quality control

• Customization and assembly

• Packaging and labeling

What is the main responsibility of a public service port?

• Market-oriented development strategy

• Supervision of port authorities

• Enforcement of port regulation

• Governing functions and cargo operations

What is a potential weakness of the tool port model?

• Limited involvement of private sector

• Risk of duplication of equipment

• Low innovation and efficiency

• Conflict between port authority and private firms

What is the main trend in port models according to the text?

• Full privatization

• Landlord port becoming dominant

• Public service port being the dominant model

• Tool port being common

What is the role of the port regulator in the landlord port model?

• Governing functions in their port

• Handling and storage

• Supervision of port authorities

• Enforcement of port regulation

What is the main risk associated with the full privatization of ports?

• Limited involvement of private sector

• Transfer of ownership to private sector

• Risk of non-port activities on port land

• Low innovation and efficiency

What is the primary function of the port authority in relation to port ownership?

• Maintenance and development of port infrastructures

• Coordination of public services

• Operation of equipment

• Tariff regulation

What is the main responsibility of the port authority in relation to police and regulation?

• Manage maritime traffic

• Coordination of port activities

• Deliver authorization to occupants

• Security and safety

What is the primary function of port operations?

• Quay cranes

• Pilot launches

• Cargo handling

• Storage yards