The document discusses trends in India's ports sector. It notes that cargo traffic at major ports is expected to increase to 943.1 million metric tonnes by FY17, growing at a CAGR of 7.4%. Meanwhile, cargo traffic at non-major ports is projected to reach 815.2 million metric tonnes in FY17, increasing at a CAGR of 15.9%. Private sector participation is on the rise, with 99 public-private partnership projects operational. Special economic zones are also being developed near several ports.