The project was completed in 2003 and accomplished three objectives: (1) improved reliability and efficiency of the Nacala corridor to enable Malawi Railways to capture maximum share of overseas traffic; (2) turned Malawi Railways into a commercially viable entity through restructuring and eventual privatization; and (3) formulated a transport policy that fosters a sound environment for commercially viable transport businesses. Improved reliability and efficiency of the Nacala corridor to evacuate commercial goods to the port of Mozambique and earn foreign exchange for Malawi.