Congo Terminal accelerates the implementation of its project to extend the port of Pointe-Noire
Congo Terminal, a subsidiary of AGL and concessionaire of the container terminal within the Autonomous Port of Pointe-Noire (PAPN), is accelerating the implementation of its ambitious port extension project, which will result in an investment of more than €400 million. The objective is to anticipate the evolution of global maritime transport capacities and to position Pointe-Noire as the reference port platform in Central Africa.
Thus, Congo Terminal signed a contract with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) at the beginning of November for the construction of the new quay of the port extension project. The CRBC Group was selected following an international call for tenders and a rigorous selection process. The quality of its offer on a technical level, as well as its already significant presence in Congo and its commitments in terms of local content, were decisive assets.
In March 2024, earthworks were undertaken on the East Mole to create an additional 9 ha of embankment in addition to the existing 18 ha and in the coming weeks, a new step will be taken with the start of construction work on the new quay.
Congo Terminal is fully committed to commissioning this new port platform in early 2027. This innovative project is part of a positive dynamic and will have a major impact on the country’s economic growth, the development of local activities and job creation.
« This port extension project crystallizes all the standards of a modern terminal capable of accommodating the largest container ships. It will create 900 additional jobs, boost economic exchanges in the sub-region and strengthen the positioning of the port of Pointe-Noire on the world stage, thus contributing to the attractiveness of investors in Congo » Anthony SAMZUN, Managing Director of Congo Terminal
The new port platform will have 750 m of quay at a depth of -17 m and a 27-hectare embankment. Concerned about its impact on the environment, Congo Terminal Môle Est will be equipped mainly with electric handling equipment: 5 STS quay gantry cranes, 15 eRTG gantry cranes and 30 eTT fleet tractors and will have 1,680 reefer sockets. The project also includes 4,000 m² of buildings.
Source : AGL
