Maersk Suspends Cargo Bookings to Berbera Port, Disrupting Horn of Africa Trade Corridor A.P. Moller–Maersk has suspended new cargo bookings to and from the Port of Berbera, a move likely to disrupt a key trade corridor linking the Horn of Africa to inland markets. In a notice issued to customers, the shipping group confirmed it is temporarily halting acceptance of new bookings with immediate effect, citing scheduling changes. “We are
Category: Ports & Terminals
DP World Launches Brazil–Africa Trade Corridor to Boost Cross-Continental Logistics
DP World Unveils Brazil–Africa Link Connecting Santos Port to African Markets with Integrated Logistics Network DP World has launched a new integrated trade corridor linking Brazil to Africa, aiming to strengthen connectivity between Latin America’s largest economy and fast-growing African markets. Known as the Brazil–Africa Link, the corridor was officially unveiled at Intermodal South America 2026 in São Paulo. The service connects export flows from the Port of Santos to
Namibia Expands Walvis Bay Port to Position Itself as Southern Africa’s Logistics Gateway
Namibia Invests $126.5M in Walvis Bay Port Upgrade to Rival South Africa’s Congested Trade Routes Namibia is accelerating its push to become a regional logistics hub with a $126.5 million upgrade of Walvis Bay Port, aimed at improving trade efficiency for landlocked neighbors. The project includes the addition of six rubber-tyred gantry (RTG) cranes, which will significantly boost container handling capacity and reduce vessel turnaround times. It is being implemented
Haropa Port Explores Technical Cooperation to Develop Kinshasa–Kisangani River Transport Corridor in DRC
Haropa Port Signals Interest in Supporting River Transport Development Between Kinshasa and Kisangani in the DRC French public port authority Haropa Port has expressed interest in providing technical assistance for the development of river transport along the Kinshasa–Kisangani corridor in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The potential cooperation was discussed during a meeting held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, between the DRC Vice Prime Minister and Minister of
Metso Expands African Footprint with New Bulk Materials Handling Hub in Cape Town
Metso Opens Cape Town Regional Hub to Support African Ports, Localisation and Bulk Materials Handling Growth Global industrial technology group Metso has expanded its bulk materials handling network with the opening of a new regional hub in Cape Town, strengthening its operational presence and service capacity across Africa’s port and mining sectors. The Finnish company, which supplies technologies, equipment and services to the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries
DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Move to Modernize Southern Central Corridor
DRC, Zambia, and Tanzania Launch Initiative to Secure and Upgrade Southern Central Corridor The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia, and Tanzania are collaborating to secure and modernize the southern section of the Central Corridor, a strategic trade route linking the port of Dar es Salaam to key commercial and mining hubs in the region. Local media reports indicate that representatives from the three countries met on March 24, 2026,
Tanzania Launches Major Petroleum Storage Project to Modernize Dar es Salaam Port
Tanzania Expands Dar es Salaam Port with $45.7M Petroleum Storage Facility to Boost Trade and Efficiency Tanzania has initiated a strategic project to reinforce transport and logistics operations at the Port of Dar es Salaam, one of the country’s most critical maritime gateways and a key hub for East Africa. On 3 March 2026, President Hassan laid the cornerstone for the development of modern petroleum storage facilities, describing the project
DP World Posts Strong 2025 Results as Revenue Climbs to $24.4 Billion Amid Global Trade Uncertainty
DP World Reports 22% Revenue Growth to $24.4 Billion in 2025, Expands Global Port Capacity and Logistics Investments DP World reported revenue of $24.4 billion for 2025, representing a 22 percent increase compared with the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 18 percent to $6.4 billion, delivering a margin of 26.3 percent. The company attributed this growth to strong performance across its Ports and Terminals and Logistics businesses. Total group gross
UK–Nigeria £746 Million Deal Set to Transform Lagos Ports Infrastructure
Britain and Nigeria Sign £746 Million Export Finance Agreement to Modernize Lagos and Tin Can Island Ports Britain and Nigeria have announced a £746 million ($990.32 million) export finance agreement to fund the redevelopment of two of Nigeria’s key trading hubs: the Lagos Port Complex and the Tin Can Island Port Complex. The agreement comes as President Bola Tinubu undertakes the first Nigerian state visit to the United Kingdom in
Kenya’s Lamu Port Gains Strategic Relevance as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Reshape Shipping Routes
Strait of Hormuz Tensions Drive Vessel Diversions to Kenya’s Lamu Port, Boosting Activity at Underutilised Trade Hub Since the escalation of tensions between Iran and Israel in late February, disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz have unsettled global shipping and trade flows, with ripple effects reaching several African economies. Amid these disruptions, Lamu Port has emerged as an unexpected beneficiary. Constraints on vessel movement through the Strait have forced shipping