Port Overview
The port of Fomboni is the smallest port of the Comoros. He does not receive international regular lines. Although the customs are present at the port, in general the goods are unloaded and cleared at Moroni or Mutsamudu before being reloaded on smaller boats (45m maximum) trading between the islands of the archipelago.
Although it has no commercial relevance, the port of Mohéli is the place where transit almost all the goods of primary need of the island.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Comoros |
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Province or District |
Mohéli Mwali |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Fomboni N/A |
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Port's Complete Name |
Port de Fomboni |
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Latitude |
-12.28928 |
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Longitude |
43.75762 |
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Managing Company or Port Authority |
APC (Autorités portuaires des Comores) |
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Management Contact Person |
Mr Arsène MOHAMED, Port Commandant +269 3211586 +269 3471210 |
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Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Mohéli Bandar-Es-Salam Airport (No international flights) |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Handling
- Mr Nakithou, Handling Operations Manager, APC (Autorités portuaires des Comores), +269 3528593
- Mr El KABI (owner of the mobile harbour crane) +269 352 8593, abiamrifils@outlook.com
Customs
Saïd Ahmed ZAKI, Regional Director, +269 3322696, ahmedzakisaid7@gmail.com
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
Due to its small size, the port can be quickly congested if several ships arrive the same day, but the wait never lasts more than 24 hours. The port has two small docks on which up to 3 boats can dock. In case of emergencies, priority would be given to humanitarian cargo separately if a fuel ship arrives at the same time.
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Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
December to April |
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Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
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Other Comments |
N/A |
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Handling Figures for 2018 |
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|---|---|
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Vessel Calls |
195 |
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Containers in TEU |
No figures |
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Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2018 |
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Bulk & Break bulk (MT) - IN |
3027.90 MT |
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Bulk & Break bulk (MT) - OUT |
1338.80 MT |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
Prices are in KMF.
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Rice in bag |
1000 / MT |
Medicines in box (small) |
1500 / unit |
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Salt or sugar in bag |
1000 / MT |
Medicines in box (Large) |
2500 / unit |
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Flour in bag |
1000 / MT |
Motorbike |
7500 / unit |
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Cement in bag |
1000 / MT |
Vehicle |
15000 / unit |
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Oil can 20 L |
100 KMF/ unit |
Truck |
25000 / unit |
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Salt in box 20 kg |
50 KMF / unit |
Container 20’ |
6000 / unit |
Berthing Specifications
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Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
2 |
45 m 70 m |
4 m |
West wharf East wharf |
General Cargo Handling Berths
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Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
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Imports - Bagged Cargo |
Both wharfs |
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Exports - Bagged Cargo |
Both wharfs |
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Imports and Exports - RoRo |
West wharf |
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Other Imports |
Both wharfs |
Port Handling Equipment
There is only one crane that remains permanently at the port. It does not belong to the APC, it is rented to a private company from Fomboni.
A team of dockers work from 7:30 to 14:30. An additional fee of 7500 KMF is required for each additional shift of 4 hours.
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Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Dockside Crane |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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Container Gantries |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
30 MT |
The crane belongs to a private company. It is in good condition but may be required outside for other work if there is no activity at the port. |
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Reachstacker |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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Transtainer |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
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Forklifts |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Container Facilities
There are no facilities dedicated to containers, they are generally, loaded directly on a truck on arrival.
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Facilities |
20 & 40 ft |
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Container Facilities Available |
No |
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Container Freight Station (CFS) |
No |
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Refrigerated Container Stations |
No |
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Other Capacity Details |
No |
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Daily Take Off Capacity |
No |
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Number of Reefer Stations |
No |
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Emergency Take-off Capacity |
No |
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Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
3 to 4 TEU |
Customs Guidance
Customs are present at the gate of the port and are open from 7:30 to 14:30 (except Sunday). If the documents are up to date it is possible to clear a container in the day. Failure to submit the necessary documents for customs clearance after 15 days will be penalized.
Their service can work outside the official hours for an additional fee of 7500 KMF.
For more information on customs in Comoros, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
There is only one terminal for all types of merchandise. A Ro-Ro ramp 8.5m wide on the West Wharf.
Grain and Bulk Handling
Not available
Main Storage Terminal
There is a warehouse of 400 m2 under the supervision of the APC and a warehouse of 100 m2 under customs supervision.
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Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
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Bagged & general cargo |
2 |
500 |
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Refrigerated Cargo |
N/A |
N/A |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring activities are done by the APC.
Hinterland Information
The goods leave the port on the trucks of commercial companies coming to pick up their cargo or with small trucks of 3 to 10 MT rented to private individuals. Any vehicle can access the port and there is no need for special authorization.
Port Security
The port is partially fenced. An APC security team manages the entrance and exit of the port. The gendarmerie is also present on site to intervene in case of threats.
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Security |
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ISPS Compliant |
No |
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Current ISPS Level |
N/A |
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Police Boats |
None |
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Fire Engines |
None |
