An expert group set up by Planning commission has recommended over 77 thousand crore rupees of private investment in the Shipping sector in the 12th five year plan to push up economy.Official sources said in New Delhi that over 90 thousand crores rupees are required for the sector in the plan period.The Planning Commission panel maintains that out of the private investment, 60 thousand crores rupees are planned to be invested for acquisition of ships.Government has identified 23 new projects for increasing the capacity of ports.