Luka Koper shows positive balance for 2008
At Luka Koper d.d. the financial year 2008 was characterised by growth in throughput and revenues, and the implementation of planned investments. Despite the increase in expenses the Slovenian port company managed to maintain the operative result at the last year’s level of EUR 20.4 million. As a result of the global financial and economic crisis the net profit fell 45 per cent to EUR 14 million, writes Mr. Robert Časar, President of the Management Board of Luka Koper d.d., in a press release. In the reference period the Slovenian port of Koper handled 16 million tons, which is 4 per cent more than in 2007. Operating revenues were up by 10 per cent to EUR 122.7 million. Investments amounting to EUR 171 million reached a new peak value. In addition to the extension of the container terminal Pier 1, a new warehouse for new cars was constructed. More capital was invested into the expansion of oil derivative storage tanks and the Fruit Terminal. Quelle: Österreichische Verkehrszeitung |