The demand for Coke continued to show a slight improvement but owing to competition from imported Coke it was not possible to increase the selling price.
The demand for Tar and Tar Products improved but reduction in selling prices were necessary in order to compote with similar products Imported from other countries.
The erection of a new Gas Holder (capacity 1,900,000 cubic fect) on the Thibet Road site was commenced during the year and will be. ready for operation during April, 1936.
The erection of a Plant for the Production of Benzol was commenced at the Yangtszepoo Works and will be completed during April, 1936.
The installation of a Vitreous Enamelling Plant was completed during the year, All Buildings, Plant and Machinery were maintained in good condition.
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Water Gi Yield Coat Ges per nevcecss 20560 18,00 The length of mow. maine tala during the year was 429 miles. The total length of mains of all sizes {s now 204.75 miles. ott ott, Gas sold in 1995... 104,605.00 618,17.310 Gare Used ut Works "18.32,700 "14300000 for
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