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Overview

In general, the essential services needed to set up and run the operation are available in Libya, and in case of unavailability of some of the essential services, there is always alternative service to replace It, Example: The generators replace the national grid during the outages. 

The main obstacle is the banking services as the banking system is collapsed in Libya due to severe lack of liquidity.      

For more information on company contact details, please see the following link:

4.11 Additional Services Contact List.

Accommodation 

Due to security situation and conflicts in Libya, the UN is using Oea (a compound in Janzour, Tripoli) to be used for its accommodations and offices. 

Houses for renting are still available in both cities “Tripoli & Benghazi” in case of more influx of demand, but the price is very high.   

 

Electricity and Power 

Libya suffers severe power shortages during most of the year, as several power plants have been damaged in the war. There is a lack of cash and foreign companies to undertake maintenance and complete suspended projects.  

As a result, the General Electricity Company of Libya (GECOL) is forced to implement blackouts to avoid a possible collapse of the grid. 

GECOL said in June 2017 that the grid’s available production stands at 4,900 megawatts (MW), whereas demand reached 6,500 MW, with a deficit of 130 MW in the east and 1,470 MW in the west. 

The west, which includes Tripoli, is expected to have five to eight hours of blackout per day, while the east will have one to four hours without power. The alternative source of the power during the blackout is the generators.    

Plans began to expand capacity before the war, with thermal plants planned or under construction. Most of the work was completed in the Benghazi, Misratah and Sirte plants by 2012, but construction has been suspended since foreign companies left the country. Currently, several plants are being constructed or are starting operations. 

GECOL has plans for a large power capacity expansion programme in the coming ten to 15 years, although its development depends entirely on the availability of funds and details remain scare. 

In 2017, Egypt has agreed to provide Libya with electricity, starting from 2018. It is also to provide expertise in rebuilding the Libyan electricity industry Libya also is importing the electricity from Tunisia.  

More information about the power in Libya could be found at https://fanack.com/libya/ .

 

Financial Services

Libya faces an ever-worsening currency and liquidity crisis which cannot be surmounted without a stable political solution. 

There are 18 banks in Libya works under the supervision of Libyan Central bank, but as the result of the instability of the political and economic situation in Libya, the banking sectors became unreliable. People and businessmen withdrew their money from the banks which lead to a shortage of liquidity and has negatively affected the entire monetary system in the country. 

Considering the above fact and to find alternative solutions to the liquidity crisis, the electronic payment services have been activated in the country. There are two main financial service providers (TADAWUL TECH, Moamalat) issuing Pre-Paid cards in coordination with banking system, while some others (Umbrella Itd Financial Service, Almadar) launched a mobile money service  

More information about the abovementioned companies is available on the services contact list. 

 

TADAWUL TECH  

Tadawul is a pioneer private company providing electronic payment solutions through issuing pre-paid cards in coordination and collaboration with commercial banks in Libya and under the Libyan Central Bank license.    

Tadawul is a local company functions in Libya. Its network widespread in all cities inside Libya to enhance the purchasing power of the customers considering the liquidity crisis and boost the sales of wholesalers and retailers as well. 

Company Overview 

Company Name 

TADAWUL TECH 

Address 

Tripoli-Libya 

 

Available? 

Comments 

(max / min transfer or exchange amounts, etc.) 

Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number? 

No 

 

Provides currency exchange? 

No 

 

Will initiate / receive wire transfers? 

No 

 

Provides Loan / Credit services? 

No 

 

Other Comments or Key Information 

Provides prepaid card 

*Basic details for the main office should be shown here, additional contact details for local/regional offices and full contact details for the main office to be included in 4.11 Additional Services Contact List. 

 

Other Locations 

Region(s) 

Service Location(s) 

Tripoli 

Tripoli 

Its network for provision and recharge the pre-paid card are widespread in all cities 

 

 

 

ALMADAR ALJADID 

Almadar Aljadid is a government owned mobile network operator and data provider based in Tripoli, Libya has launched a mobile payment service called Sadad to facilitate the money exchange and find innovated solutions for the liquidity crisis. 

   

Company Overview 

Company Name 

Almadar Aljadid 

Address 

Tripoli-Libya 

 

Available? 

Comments 

(max / min transfer or exchange amounts, etc.) 

Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number? 

No 

 

Provides currency exchange? 

No 

 

Will initiate / receive wire transfers? 

No 

 

Provides Loan / Credit services? 

No 

 

Other Comments or Key Information 

Mobile wallet service 

*Basic details for the main office should be shown here, additional contact details for local/regional offices and full contact details for the main office to be included in 4.11 Additional Services Contact List. 

 

Clearing and Forwarding Agents

There are plenty of clearing and forwarding agents operating in Libya and cover all ports and airports inside the country. They provide different logistics services: clearing and forwarding, transportation, warehousing, and distribution. They are mainly located in Tripoli and have branches in other governorates. 

Many of these companies have wide experience with international companies and humanitarian organizations. 

More details about the clearing agents are available in the clearing and forwarding agents contact list. 

 

Handling Equipment

Different handling equipment are available in the local market, and they are generally provided by the logistics services companies which provide freight, transportation and warehousing services. 

 

Postal and Courier Services 

Postal and Courier Services are available in Libya through Libya Post Company is a Libyan joint stock company having its legal personality and independent financial liability. It is affiliated to the Holding Libya Post, Telecommunication and Information Technology Company LPTIC. The Company aims to establish, operate, manage and organize all kinds of different post services including mail financial services at home and foreign level, services and products marketing for public and private bodies and any complementary activity meeting the purposes of the Company. 

DHL Express is operating as well in Libya providing courier services such as Worldwide Documents Express, Import Express and other postal and courier services. 

 

Printing and Publishing

Many companies in different locations Like Tripoli, Misratah and Benghazi providing are working in Advertising, Printing business activities. 

 

Taxi Companies

In Libya there are shared taxis, buses and coaches, they operate from the centre of the capital to most of the other areas in the capital.   Private taxis in the capital operate like other private taxis in other countries. Private taxis are found only in large cities as well as the capital Tripoli. 

However, according to UN security protocol it is not allowed for UN staff to use public transportation or taxis in Libya. 

 

Vehicle Rental

Vehicles for renting are quite available in Libya market with different choices including armed vehicles.

 

 

Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.  

Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider. 

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