Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1 Democratic Republic of Congo Port Assessment
Overview
The maritime, river and lake network irrigates the entire country with 16,238 km of navigable waterways.The country has both inland ports and seaports that are interconnected with the rail and road networks. However, due to poor infrastructure conditions these networks remain inefficient.
The current situation is a serious drawback for the country to boost its local economy.
The country counts around forty rivers and lake ports (E.g., Kinshasa, Ilebo, Kalemie, Kisangani, Mbandaka, Ubundu, Kindu) and three seaports (Matadi, Boma and Banana).
Main corridors
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The West corridor: Matadi Port (DRC) and Pointe Noire Port (Congo)
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The Northern Corridor: Mombasa Port (Kenya) to the Great Lakes Region
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The Central Corridor: Dar Es Salaam Port (Tanzania) to the Great Lakes Region
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The Sud Corridor: from Kasumbalesa land border (Haut-Katanga), the DRC is connected to major ports in Southern Africa (Beira, Nacala, Durban, Walvis-Bay, Lobito et Luanda).
The Eastern DRC region counts several land border entries with Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Zambia that are alternative routes to supply from Mombasa and Der Es Salaam ports.
Ongoing projects
Port of Banana (SCTP) Kongo Central
The Banana deep-water port's construction is the most important infrastructure project officially launched by the government last January 2022.
The future port will feature an initial 600-meter quay with an 18-meter draft, a container handling capacity of 450,000 TEUs and a 30-hectare yard to store containers. The $1.2 billion project will be built by a private operator with a target to complete a first phase in 2025.
As a result of a low draft approach in Matadi (8 m), only a few types of vessels can pass through (e.g., Panamax type with 4,000 TEU capacity maximum) and they require a transshipment in the port of Pointe Noire. Therefore, having a national deep-water port would result in more independent logistics as well as reduced transit costs. Furthermore, the government would also need to complete the 143 km train connection from Banana to Matadi to discharge cargo from the port as the road capacity is insufficient for future demand.
Although ports are partially controlled by the state-owned companies Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports (SCTP) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer du Congo (SNCC), they are now in competition with a multitude of private ports that emerged over the last years.
Private ports offer both passengers and/or cargo transportation with additional services such as storage, trucking and providing handling equipment (e.g., forklift, crane).
A privite port in Bukavu - Sud Kivu
Although private, the port stays under the control of the local authorities who control both passengers and/or cargo arrivals and departures. Authorities present are the following:
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Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises (DGDA),
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Office Congolais de Contrôle (OCC),
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Direction Générale de Migration (DGM)
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Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale (PNHF/SQAV)
For information on Democratic Republic of Congo Port contact details, please see the following link: 4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.1 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Matadi
Port Overview
The Matadi Port managed by SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) is located on the left bank of the Congo River and 150 km upstream from the Atlantic Ocean. The port is 1,610 m long and fitted with 11 quays. Containers, general cargo and bulk are the main vessel types here. Matadi is the main import/export gateway of the West.
Port Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Kongo Central |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Matadi |
Port's Complete Name |
Port International de Matadi |
Latitude |
-5.826111 |
Longitude |
13.46917 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) |
Management Contact Person |
Directeur Technique : Daniel BULUNGIDI Délégué Commercial : Olivier MBU TSHIBUMGU |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Port Picture
View of the Port of Matadi from the road to Boma
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Most of the companies operating at SCTP Matadi Port are forwarding agents (E.g.GTM, Connexafrica, Amicongo) and trucking companies (e.g. NRJ, Afritrans, Sotraco).
CMA-CGM is the main shipping company serving the SCTP Matadi Port.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Company Contact List and 4.8 Transporters Contact List.
Port Performance
SCTP Matadi Port is not deep enough to handle large vessels therefore the cargo needs to be transferred to feeder ships at neighboring ports. With the opening of the modern private MGT Matadi Port in 2016, the competitiveness of SCTP Matadi’s port declined. In 2022 the port captured 25% of the freight traffic.
Seasonal Constraints |
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|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
From October to May |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Handling Figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
243 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
58,943 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
1,724,017 |
Break bulk (mt) |
1,724,017 |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional |
4 |
626 |
8 |
Berths #1 and #2 are under rehabilitation |
Container |
3 |
524 |
8 |
Berths #5, #6 & #7 |
General and Mix |
3 |
460 |
8 |
Berths #8, #9 & #10 |
Silo Berth |
1 |
n/a |
n/a |
Berth #11 dedicated to the flour milling company MIDEMA |
Berthing Tugs Water Barges |
1 |
75 |
n/a |
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
Berths #3 and #4 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
n/a |
Other Imports |
Berths from #5 to #10 |
Port Handling Equipment
Port handling equipment is managed by SCTP, however, many of the equipment is damaged, broken or outdated such as dock cranes with a maximum capacity of six tons. It forms a serious limitation to handling activities and attracting new customers. Moreover, the SCTP Matadi Port has limited financial means to purchase spare parts and perform regular maintenance.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
28, lifting 3 to 6 tons |
Only 4 in service |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
3 |
In service |
Mobile Cranes |
No |
|
|
Reach stacker |
Yes |
13 (45 tons capacity each) |
Only 4 in service |
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
|
|
Grain Elevator w/Bagging Machines |
Yes |
Available at Berth #11 and dedicated to the flour milling company MIDEMA |
|
Transtainer |
Yes |
2 |
Out of service, needs to be repaired |
Forklifts |
Yes |
27, lifting 2 to 5 tons |
Only 7 in service |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
Container yard area with a capacity of 4,700 TEUs in 4 TIR |
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
6 containers per hour |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
60 units x 2 |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
n/a |
Container yard area
Reefer yard area
Customs Guidance
The DGDA office (Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises) is open from Monday to Saturday (8:00-18:00). The port is equipped with a cargo mobile scanner provided by their partner AUFS (Africa Union Financial Services) and the device has a capacity to screen one hundred fifty containers per hour.
The OCC (Office Congolais de Contrôle), DGM (Direction Générale de Migration) and PNHF/ SQAV – (Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale) are also represented at the port.
Cargo mobile scanner
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link:
Terminal Information
Multipurpose terminal
The SCTP Matadi Port is a multipurpose terminal allowing the handling of containers, bulk and bagging cargo.
Grain and bulk handling
Grain and bulk handling are performed at Berth #11 by the flour milling company Minoterie de Matadi (MIDEMA). The company is renting the berth to the SCTP Matadi Port and owns its handling equipment and materials (e.g. dock cranes).
Main storage terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Location |
Total Area (m²) |
---|---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
4 (Warehouse A-B-C-D) |
Berths #1 to #4 |
17 000 m² |
Open yard area |
Yard of warehouse A-B-C |
15 000 m² |
|
Containers |
Open yard area |
Berths #5 to #7 |
60 000 m² |
General Cargo |
3 (two floors per warehouse) |
Berths #8 to #10 |
46 000 m² |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring activities are only provided by SCTP Matadi Port.
They work in three shifts:
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from 06:30 to 14:30
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from 14:30 to 22:30
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from 22:30 to 06:30
Each shift has an average of 30-50 daily workers with a supervisor. The salary is US$ 4 per shift and they are paid after twenty-two working days.
Hinterland Information
The port is connected with Kinshasa via a 355 km paved road (Route National #1) that is in a good condition (9 -11 hours by car). However, as there is only a single road exiting from the city to the port, the city of Matadi is congested. furthermore, Kinshasa – Matadi is a two-lane road with heavy traffic due to the high number of trucks. Accidents often occur which can lead to roads being blocked in both directions for several hours.
The 365 kilometers Matadi – Kinshasa railway has not been operational for a few years and requires major rehabilitation. Dispatching containers by train could be a solution to reduce road congestion and can be supported by handling operations as the container terminal is already fitted with tracks. Currently, a south Africa company ARSS (African Rolling Stock Solution) is operating from the SCTP Matadi Port terminal to deliver coal to the surrounding cement plants in the Kongo Central (E.g. CIMKO, PPC, CICO).
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.2 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Port of Matadi – TICOM
Port Overview
Opened in 2014, the “port sec” TICOM (Terminal International Containers et Manutention) is a public warehouse conceded type B (Ref. article 156 du code des douanes locales) with a capacity of 4,500 TEUs. Built by the Groupe LEDYA (also a shareholder of the MGT Port Matadi), the container terminal offers an alternative solution to evacuate cargo in case of port congestion. Matadi is the main gateway of the West corridor for import and export.
Port Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Kongo Central |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Matadi |
Port's Complete Name |
Terminal International Containers et Manutention |
Latitude |
-5.841187 |
Longitude |
13.441412
|
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Groupe LEDYA |
Management Contact Person |
Directeur Port Sec : Responsable Commercial : Gloire MONGI NGANI + 243 243 892 404 178 gloiremongi@groupe-ledya.com
|
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Port Picture
Terminal container yards
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Most of the companies operating at TICOM Matadi Port are forwarding agents and trucking companies including TICOM which owns a fleet of up to 35 trucks.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Company Contact List and 4.8 Transporters Contact List.
Port Performance
In September 2022, TICOM was only operating 13% of its full capacity.
Seasonal Constraints |
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---|---|---|
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
From October to May |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Handling Figures |
2021 |
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
n/a |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
850 |
Port Handling Equipment
Port handling equipment is managed by TICOM.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Reach stackers |
Yes |
4, lifting 20 to 45 tons |
In service |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
Container yard area with a capacity of 4,500 TEUs in 5 TIR |
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
250 units |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
n/a |
Reefer yard area
Customs Guidance
The DGDA (Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises), the OCC (Office Congolais de Contrôle) and DGM (Direction Générale de Migration) and PNHF/ SQAV – (Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale) are represented at TICOM Matadi “Port sec”.
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Main storage terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Total Area (m² ) |
---|---|---|
Containers |
Open yard area |
28 000 m² |
General Cargo |
1 |
300 m² |
Hinterland Information
The Matadi Port is connected with Kinshasa via a 355 km paved road (Route National #1) in a good condition (9 -11 hours by car). However, the city of Matadi is congested due to a single road to exit the city from the port. Then, Kinshasa – Matadi is a two-lane road so the traffic is very heavy due to the high numbers of trucks. Accidents often occur and the road traffic can be blocked for many hours both ways.
The 365 km Matadi – Kinshasa railway has not been operational for few years and needs major rehabilitation.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
n/a |
Fire Engines |
Yes (One unit) |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Boma
Port Overview
The Boma Port managed by SCTP is the second largest port in the country. Built on the right bank of the Congo River, the port is 685 meters long and fitted with four quays. The port handles containers, general cargo, bulk and RoRo.
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Kongo Central |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Boma |
Port's Complete Name |
Port International de Boma |
Latitude |
-5.858333 |
Longitude |
13.10278 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) |
Management Contact Person |
Directeur Coordinateur : Jean Paul YUKU NDIBA BIN |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Port Picture
Zone B - Vehicle parking
Zone B - OCC workshop to control vehicle
Zone A - Quay #1 to #4 with storage facilities
Zone D - Container yard area
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Most of the companies operating at SCTP Boma Port are forwarding agents (E.g., Connexafrica, Bolloré Logistics) and trucking companies.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List and 4.8 Transporters Contact List.
Port Performance
SCTP Boma Port activity is currently low due to the cancelation of commercial contracts (food) and shipping companies such as CMA-CGM who ended their stopovers here.
Seasonal Constraints |
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---|---|---|
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
From October to May |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Handling Figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
45 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
770 |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional |
3 |
530 |
8 |
Berths #1 to #3 |
Container |
1 |
155 |
8 |
Berth #4 |
Silo Berth |
n/a |
|
|
|
Berthing Tugs |
n/a |
|
|
|
Water Barges |
n/a |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
Berth #1 to #4 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
|
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
Port handling equipment is managed by SCTP.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
4 |
Not in service |
Reach stacker |
Yes |
1 |
In service |
Forklifts |
Yes |
10 units, lifting 4 to 16 tons |
In service |
Container Gantries |
No |
|
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
|
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
|
|
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
|
|
Transtainer |
No |
|
|
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
n/a |
n/a |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
n/a |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
n/a |
Customs Guidance
The DGDA (Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises), the OCC (Office Congolais de Contrôle), DGM (Direction Générale de Migration) and PNHF/ SQAV – (Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale) are also represented at SCTP Boma Port.
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose terminal
The SCTP Boma Port is a multipurpose terminal allowing the handling of containers, vehicles bulk and break-bulk cargo.
Main storage terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Location |
Total Area (m²) |
---|---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
1 |
Zone A |
40,000 m² |
Refrigerated Cargo |
0 |
|
|
Container |
1 |
Zone D |
Container yard with a capacity of 1,200 TEUs |
Vehicle |
1 |
Zone B |
Parking with a capacity of 2,500 vehicles |
Hinterland Information
The Boma Port is connected to Kinshasa via Matadi. The 125 kilometres Boma – Matadi (2 hours by car) paved road is in a good condition and crosses the Congo River at the Matadi Bridge (formerly called Pont Maréchal).
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Banana
Port Overview
The Banana Port managed by SCTP is on the right bank and in the mouth of the Congo River. The port is fitted with a single 75- meter quay. The types of vessels here are containers, general cargo and bulk. Please note the Port is located inside a DRC military navy compound, therefore a security check is mandatory prior entering.
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Kongo Central |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Muanda |
Port's Complete Name |
Port International de Banana |
Latitude |
-6.012401
|
Longitude |
12.402879
|
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) The Banana Port is under the supervision of the Boma Port authority |
Management Contact Person |
Sous-Directeur: Edmond POBA |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Port Picture
75-meter quay fitted with two dock cranes
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Forwarding agents and trucking companies operate at SCTP Banana Port (E.g. Amicongo, Connexafrica, Bolloré Logistics) The oil and gas company Perenco operates fields offshore in Muanda and utilizes the port to receive equipment and for the docking of its boat.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List and 4.8 Transporters Contact List.
Port Performance
The SCTP Banana Port is a small port with very low activity due to its limited infrastructure.
However, in January 2022 the government officially launched the construction of the Banana deep water port, which should be completed in 2025.The future port will feature an initial 600-meter quay with an 18m draft, a container handling capacity of 450,000 TEUs and a 30-hectare yard to store containers. The $1.2 billion project will be built by a private operator.
Seasonal Constraints |
||
---|---|---|
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
From October to May |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Handling Figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
28 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
301 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
19,633 |
Break bulk (mt) |
Same as above |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional & Container |
1 |
75 |
8.8 |
|
Silo Berth |
n/a |
|
|
|
Berthing Tugs |
n/a |
|
|
|
Water Barges |
n/a |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
The 75-meter quay + possibility of 30-meter quay extension (SCTP’s parcel) |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
|
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
Handling equipment is limited and managed by SCTP.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
2 |
In service |
Forklifts |
Yes |
3 units, lifting 5 to 7 tons |
In service |
Container Gantries |
No |
|
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
||
Reach stacker |
No |
||
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
||
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
||
Transtainer |
No |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
n/a |
n/a |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
Only upon request |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
n/a |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
n/a |
Customs Guidance
The DGDA (Direction Générale des Douanes et Accises), OCC (Office Congolais de Contrôle), DGM (Direction Générale de Migration) and PNHF/ SQAV – (Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale) are also represented at the SCTP Banana Port.
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose terminal
The SCTP Banana Port is a multipurpose terminal allowing the handling of containers, bulk and break-bulk cargo.
Main storage terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Total Area (m²) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
1 |
The Banana port is fitted with a warehouse up to 2,000 mt and an open yard area of 6000 m².
|
Refrigerated Cargo |
0 |
|
General Cargo |
1 |
Hinterland Information
The Banana Port is connected with Kinshasa via Boma and Matadi. The 120 kilometers Banana -Boma (1h45 by car) road has some parts in a poor condition.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.5 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Kalundu
Port Overview
The Kalundu Port managed by SNCC (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Congolais) is in the vicinity of Uvira and located on the northwest coast of Lake Tanganyika.
Kalundu is considered as the second port in terms of its importance and represents a strategical import route to supply DRC through Kigoma (Tanzania) and Mpulungu (Zambia). However, private ports opened for in the last years are competing the SNCC and the poor conditions state of the Route Nationale 5 (Bukavu – Lubumbashi) areis also a drawback to boost the regional economic exchanges.
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Sud Kivu |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Uvira Distance: 30 minutes by car from Uvira downtown |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kalundu |
Latitude |
-3.433275 |
Longitude |
29.129671 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
SNCC Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Congolais |
Management Contact Person |
Chef de Port: Jérôme SHABANI KALUMBA + 243 977 990 244 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Other information |
The Kalundu Port is an alternative importing route to supply DRC through the Northern Corridor under the authority of the Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) and the Central Corridor under the authority of the Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA). |
Port Picture
Quay #1 accessible by truck and fitted with warehouse
Quay #2
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
Handling Figures for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
171 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2021 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (mt) |
39,218 |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
General |
1 |
360 |
6 |
Quay #1 |
1 |
380 |
6 |
Quay #2 |
Port Handling Equipment
Equipment is managed by the SNCC.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Mobile Crane |
Yes |
1 x unit (65 tons capacity) |
Rental rate is 150 USD per hour including driver and fuel |
Forklift |
Yes |
1 x unit (lifting to 6 tons) |
Rental rate is 50 USD per hour including driver & fuel |
Mobile crane and forklift in service at the port
Port handling services
The ADPK (Association de Débardeurs du Port de Kalundu) and the AMPK (Association des manutentionnaires du Port de Kalandu) with a capacity of 250 labors workers each are contracted to provide manual handling services at the port. The focal point is the Chef de Port and the rate is calculated per ton or unit (negotiable).
Customs Guidance
DGDA office is open from Monday to Saturday then and the below government offices are also represented to control either persons and/or goods:
-
DGM - Direction Générale de Migration
-
OCC - Office Congolais de Contrôle
-
PNHF/ SQAV - Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale
For more information on customs in Republic Democratic of Congo (DRC), please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Capacity (mt) |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
General Cargo |
1 |
1500 |
Not available |
General Cargo |
1 |
1000 |
Not available |
General Cargo |
1 |
1500 |
Available for rent |
Warehouse available for rent with a capacity of 1500 mt. Large slide doors with entrance both sides and accessible by truck.
Hinterland Information
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.6 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Goma
Port Overview
The port of Goma is on the shore of Lake Kivu and offers twelve quays to accommodate up to seventeen ships. Main traffic consists of ferry boats carrying both passengers and cargo to Bukavu. A journey to Bukavu by ferry boats takes around eight hours and a speedboat service is also available to reach Bukavu within three hours.
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Nord Kivu |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Goma |
Port's Complete Name |
Port public de Goma |
Latitude |
-1.683909 |
Longitude |
29.223842 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer du Congo Note: SNCC only owns six quays and five are rented to different shipping companies. The remaining six quays are private properties so not under the Port Authority management. |
Management Contact Person |
Chef de Port: Monsieur MUHIYA + 243 976 268 604 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Goma
|
Port Picture
A speed boat at quay - a three-hour journey to reach Bukavu
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Below companies own or rent a quay at the Port of Goma and offer journeys to Bukavu on daily basis with a morning and evening departure. Passenger ticket prices vary from US$ 10 to US$ 70 depending on the class and service level (1st, 2nd class, speedboat). Each ferryboat accommodates 250 to 500 passengers and carries from 100 to 300 mt depending on the boat size. The speedboat carries 54 passengers maximum and operates twice per day (7:30 and 14:00).
Name & contact details |
ETOILE DU KIVU Monsieur BEZO + 243 998 668 598 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (4 units / 250 tons each) and water barge (300 tons each) |
Name & contact details |
MARINETTE EXPRESS +243 994 134 056 / +243 998 766 500 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (2 units) |
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT DE LA MANNE DU CIEL Monsieur WILLY +243 994 449 688 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (1 unit) |
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT SALAMA Monsieur LANDRI + 243 994 129 947 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (2 units)
|
Contact details |
AKONKWA |
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (3 units – 500 pax / 300 tons each) |
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT BON PRIX Monsieur FREDDY + 243 990 860 431 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (2 units)
|
Name & contact details |
AGANZE Monsieur BULINGO + 243 999 770 895 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (1unit) |
Name & contact details |
MUGOTE + 243 897 414 705 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (3 units) |
Name & contact details |
IHUSI EXPRESS +243 994 813 235 / +243 818 382 590 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers |
Boat type |
Speedboat (4 units) |
Name & contact details |
RAFIKI Monsieur POLIDOR + 243 994 139 576 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (2 units / 100 tons each) |
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT SILIMU Monsieur MAGGA + 243 997 764 897 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (4 units) |
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Handling Equipment
Handling equipment such as mobile cranes can be rented. Alternatively, handling is performed manually by daily workers organized under a union called AMAPOC (Association de Manutention au Port du Congo RDC). Handling services are charged based on the unit and type of commodity loaded/offloaded (e.g.1000 FC per sack of beans; US$ 2 for a carton box).
Customs Guidance
DGDA performs random controls but there is no permanent office at the moment.
Furthermore, the below government offices are also represented to control either persons and/or goods:
-
PNHF/ SQAV - Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage facilities
Below the warehouses are occupied by several traders but a free space can be prepared upon request.
Storage Type |
Owner |
Area |
---|---|---|
General Cargo |
SNCC Etoile du Kivu |
642 m² 500 m² |
SNCC Warehouse
Etoile du Kivu Warehouse
Port Security
Police authority is represented by the unit “Escadron Police Lacustre”
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.7 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Bukavu
Port Overview
The port of Bukavu is organized through multiples private ports along the shore of the Lake Kivu. The transportation companies offer both passenger and cargo services with ferry boats and water barges. There is also an important trade of sand and construction materials to supply the city of Bukavu and Goma. Some private companies and humanitarian organizations have their storage facilities along the shore fitted with a quay to receive cargo.
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Sud Kivu |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Bukavu |
Port's Complete Name |
Port public de Bukavu |
Latitude |
-2.496636 |
Longitude |
28.85194 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer du Congo |
Management Contact Person |
Directeur de la Coordination d’Exploitation : Albert NUMBI + 243 971 028 347 Chef de Port: Monsieur KABWALA + 243 981 788 711 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Goma Ethiopian Airlines |
Port Picture
The SNCC occupies a large area with an administrative building, four warehouses and an 89-meter-long quay. However, their storage facilities require some rehabilitation to meet humanitarian standards (roof partially destroyed, no secured fence and a limited access for truck).
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Below companies run their own private port and offer journeys to Goma on daily basis with a morning and evening departure. Passenger ticket price varies from 10 USD to 70 USD depending on the class and service level (1st, 2nd class, speedboat). Each ferryboat accommodates 250 to 500 passengers and carries from 100 to 300 mt depending on the boat size. Some have water barges to carry sand and construction materials. Speedboat is 54 passengers maximum and operates three times per day (7:30, 11:00 and 14:00).
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT SILIMU Monsieur DODY +243 891 700 933 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (4 units) |
Name & contact details |
MUGOTE + 243 977 41 58 94 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (3 units) |
Name & contact details |
ETABLISSEMENT SALAMA Monsieur GAD +243 997 762 596 Monsieur BLAISE + 243 992 833 121 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat & Water barge |
Name & contact details |
IHUSI EXPRESS + 243 994 234 071 / + 243 813 982 333 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers |
Boat type |
Speedboat (4 units) |
Name & contact details |
AKONKWA + 243 997 604 512 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (3 units) |
Name & contact details |
ETOILE DU KIVU + 243 998 668 598 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (4 units) and water barge (300 tons each) |
Name & contact details |
RAFIKI +243 857 548 191 |
---|---|
Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport |
Boat type |
Ferry boat (2 units) |
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Handling Equipment
There is no handling equipment available at the port. Handling is performed manually by daily workers and arranged with each private company.
Customs Guidance
DGDA office is located next to the SNCC. Furthermore, the below government offices are also represented to control either persons and/or goods:
-
DGM - Direction Générale de Migration
-
OCC - Office Congolais de Contrôle
-
PNHF/ SQAV - Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.8 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Kisangani
SCTP Kisangani Port
Port Overview
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
The Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
TSCHOPO (ex Province Orientale) |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Kisangani km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kisangani |
Latitude |
0.507761 |
Longitude |
25.18997 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) |
Management Contact Person |
Fernand KALALA Directeur Adjoint du Port +243 850631956 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
n/a | n/a | 300 meters / 2.5 meters (dry season) / 5-6 meters (rain season) |
Container Berth |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Silo Berth |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Berthing Tugs |
n/a | ||
Water Barges |
n/a |
Port Handling Equipment
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
5 x TITAN cranes (3-5 tons) 1 x DERRICK crane (8-10 tons) |
2 x hardly serviceable 1 x engine broken |
View of the cranes and warehouses
Container Facilities
NOTE: a food company (Economat du Peuple) is shipping frozen fishes between Kisangani and Kinshasa with barges equipped with Reefer containers (6 x 40’).
Photo below showing barge.
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (square meters) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
n/a |
n/a |
Refrigerated Cargo |
n/a |
n/a |
General Cargo |
Warehouse 1 Warehouse 2 Warehouse 3 See image above |
approx. 2,000 m2 approx. 6,000 m2 approx. 3,000 m2 |
SNCC Kisangani Port
Port Overview
In front of the SCTP port, on the opposite bank of the Congo River, there is another port run by SNCC. This facility is almost abandoned, except at its very end where a private logging company is shipping logs to Kinshasa.
The quay is 220 meters long and is connected by rail to the train station behind.
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Handling Equipment
All dock cranes (5 TITANs) are out of order. But the logging company (CFT / Compagnie Forestière de Transformation) can rent their cranes (25 & 42 tons capacity).
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
All large storage along the quay are non-serviceable, even if some of them only need roofing. But there is large storage in the ground floor, fenced and almost dry, easy access from the quay for workers and vehicles, which is estimated to have a surface of 1,500 m2.
Hinterland Information
For crossing the Congo River, there is a pontoon between the two banks:
Loading of vehicles on barges
It is important to mention that in most official ports (SCTP / SNCC) in DRC, there are not sufficient lifting capacity for putting vehicles on vessels. Therefore, private shore owners have set up “homemade” systems for allowing vehicles to drive onto barges:
Extremely long barge on the Congo river near Kisangani.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.9 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Pweto
Port Overview
The status of this port is unclear for its management but it is a provincial asset. It’s however only used by a private mining company (ARVIL MINING) who has the control of the facility’s access.
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Tanganyka |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Pweto km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
The Port of Pweto is also called Katumba Mwanke |
Latitude |
-8.485131 |
Longitude |
28.91226 |
Management Contact Person |
The only contact person for using this port facility (ARVIL management is not reachable): Célestin NGOMBE MWAMBA Administrateur de Territoire +243 811850513 / +243 994393854 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
There is no quay but only an access for motorized pontoon at the extremity of the pier (width: 8 meters, maximum draft: 1.5 meters).
Port Handling Equipment
There is no crane but ARVIL has one mobile crane (25 tons) and 2 forklifts 4x4 (2 tons) which are probably rentable.
The 2 pontoons (owned by a Zambian company) are 256 and 516 tons capacity.
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.10 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Kindu
Port Overview
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Maniema |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Kindu km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kindu |
Latitude |
-2.947089 |
Longitude |
25.92946 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
SNCC (Société Nationale Chemins de fer du Congo) |
Management Contact Person |
KASHILA KAYEMBE Division Director |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Handling Equipment
2 x TITAN cranes (3-5 tons capacity)
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Hinterland Information
The SNCC fleet is comprised of:
- 2 barges (capacity 350 tons)
- 1 barge mix passengers & cargo (350 tons as well)
- 2 tug boats (unsure if operational)
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.11 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Bunia – Kasenyi
Port Overview
This is a small port facility on Lake Albert.
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Ituri |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Bunia km: 70 |
Latitude |
1.392667 |
Longitude |
30.44393 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Transporters (legally allowed to go to Uganda):
Patrick Van Pee / Semliki Group / +256 752 770 530 / +256 792 770 530 / patrick@vanpee.net
Vessels (with 5 tug boats): MV ALEXIA: RO-RO - 125 T capacity / MV ROLLING PRIDE : RO-RO -105 T capacity.
Mr. Mabouda : +243 994596926. He has a vessel able to carry 50 tons in bulk.
For more information, please see 4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Handling Equipment
The quay is approx. 100 meters long and the maximum draft is 5 meters. The crane is definitely out of order. All handling is done by hand.
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.12 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Ubundu
Port Overview
This is a small but key port facility connecting the rail and road from Kisangani and the port of Kindu in Maniema.
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Tshopo |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Kisangani/Ubundu km: 120 km The distance is 120 km between Kisangani and Ubundu and it takes about 3-4 hours by 4x4 vehicle and 8-10 hours by truck (depending on road condition). |
Latitude |
-0.368372 |
Longitude |
25.43506 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Handling Equipment
There is an operational crane able to lift 20 tons.
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
There is a 800 m2 warehouse.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.13 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Mbandaka
Port of Mbandaka
Port Overview
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Mbandaka |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Mbandaka km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Mbandaka |
Latitude |
0.063583 |
Longitude |
18.26036 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
SCTP (Société Commerciale des Transports et des Ports) |
Management Contact Person |
Mr BOBWA – EBENGO Chief of port +243 851103873 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
The port was partly rehabilitated in 2008 under World Bank funding.
Berthing Specifications
Berth & maximum draft: | 300 meters & 7 (max) – 3.5 meters (min) |
---|
Port Handling Equipment
1 x 28 Tons capacity
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
Warehouse | Capacity |
---|---|
1 | 600 m2 |
2 | 1,430 m2 (occupied by WFP) |
Zongo Facility in Equateur province
Port Overview
The town of Zongo is located on the left bank of the Ubangi River, just opposite of Bangui, CAR’s capital.
Latitude: 4° 21' 13.42" N / Longitude: 18° 35' 56.46" E
This is not technically a port as there is no physical infrastructure (only a beach), or port authority. Two accesses were built so trucks can reach the beach.
In fact, it is more a border crossing point where border agencies are represented: DGDA (customs) and DGM (immigration).
DGDA contact person: Head of office Robert NSINGA / +243 816302360 / +243 842087386.
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Pablo NGBAHDI, president of the Zongo association of river transporters, +243 812613925 / +236 75191683
Armel NDELE, one of the baleinière’s owner representative, +243 818351145 / +236 72415115 / hevillendele@gmail.com
For more information, see 4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
There are also much bigger units (17 x from 30 to 90 tons) called “baleinières.” Prices, according to distance – current (upstream or downstream) – season, can vary from $600 to $900 per ton (to be negotiated).
NB: No barge can go further upstream (= Mobaye / Gbadolite). Only some baleinières can during rainy season and only the smaller ones (30 tons) during dry season.
The biggest “baleinière” ever built in Zongo (120 tons capacity). One of the biggest pirogue (20 tons).
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Other Ports
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.14 Democratic Republic of Congo Port(s) of Kinshasa
Port Overview
There are more than 20 ports in Kinshasa, most of them used the informal sector. The SCTP port (described here) is in severe competition with them but suffers from outdated infrastructure and equipment.
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
DRC |
Province or District |
Kinshasa |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Kinshasa km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kinshasa |
Latitude |
-4.297308 |
Longitude |
15.31311 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
SCTP |
Management Contact Person |
Dieudonné Francois Bongwala Té +243 999972320 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations |
Airport Name: Kinshasa/N’Djili Airport Airlines: n/a |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Several companies operate from this port. See 4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Berthing Specifications
1,560 m in total, divided in 3 berths.
Draft: max 5.9 m, mini 1.2 m, average: 3.5m
Port Handling Equipment
2 functioning dock cranes / model: TITAN (from 3 up to 5 tons)
1 gantry crane (47 tons)
Container Facilities
Container and log yards: 25,000 m2
Customs Guidance
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Terminal Information
Main Storage Terminal
More than 60,000 m2 in total.
Hinterland Information
The rail track from Matadi arrives inside the port; freight could theoretically be directly transferred from wagons to barges.
Several companies are operating from this port, see 4.8 Democratic Republic of Congo Transporter Contact List for more information.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.15 Democratic Republic of Congo Port of Kalémie
Port Overview
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
The Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Tanganyka |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name: Kalémie km: n/a |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kalémie |
Latitude |
-5.946942 |
Longitude |
29.20168 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
SNCC (Société Nationale Chemins de fer du Congo) |
Management Contact Person |
Guy Poly EMENE Lyela Directeur Division Transport Région Grands Lacs +243 813134848 / +243 97015687
Directeur Coordination Exploitation kalémie +243 814070492 / +243 970058599 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations
|
Airport Name: n/a Airlines: n/a |
NB: the main port connected with Kalémie, with weekly schedule, is Kigoma in Tanzania (cement, construction materials, flour, salt, sugar, fuel). The second one is Poulungu in Zambia (oil, sugar).
All border governmental agencies have an office: DGDA / OCC / DGM / POLICE.
The seaport is fully operational, with hours from 0730 to 1630. It does not operate during the night.
Cargo storage facilities are available.
Access to the port by road requires rehabilitation, which is expected presently through local financing. Access via railway is in good condition.
Additional Contacts
Customs THOMAS +243 815201600 +243 977444741 |
Immigration BAMPA +243 814626365 |
Cargo MANUANA +243 970015698 +243 816653729 |
Seaport SONGA +243 818551766 |
Stevedoring MANUANA +243 970015698 +243 816653729 |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
4.4 Democratic Republic of Congo Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
Handling Figures Bulk |
Year: 2014 |
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
65.599 MT |
Berthing Specifications
Berth & maximum draft: 388m length & 6m depth. The berths are operational yet require rehabilitation - the World Bank plans to finance the extension of the berths by 500m.
Port Handling Equipment
The unloading and loading areas, and the cargo handling areas are fully operational.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
5 dock cranes: TITAN / ACMT / DERRICK models (from 3 up to 40 tons) |
In poor condition, hardly serviceable |
Dockside Crane |
No |
1 dock crane: LOCATELI model (65 mt) |
New, available starting May 2017 |
The WFP office has a mobile crane which can be rented through the Service Provision unit.
Container Facilities
Container Facilities |
|
---|---|
Port: | 1: 950 m2 2: 1,260 m2 |
Train Station: | 1: 1,826 m2 2: 1,875 m2 |
Port Cargo Equipment Available
Kalémie port has shipboard cranes, dockside cranes, and forklifts available.
Customs Guidance
Customs services are available at Kalémie port.
1.3 Democratic Republic of Congo Customs Information
Hinterland Information
Tanganyka SNCC fleet:
- Motorized: 2 units (500 & 600 Tons)
- Barges 10 units (capacity: 227/477/497/547/885/900/977 tons)
Tanganyka private fleet:
- 22 motorized units from 100 to 1,500 tons capacity
- 3 barges from 550 to 885 tons capacity
All vessels (SNCC and private) navigating on Tanganyka lake.
Port Security
Port security is operational - the area is fenced, well-lit, patrolled by guards, and has alert procedures in place. The port also has fire services present.
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.16 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Port of Kivovo
Port Overview
The Port of Kivovo is on the northwest coast of Lake Tanganyika and located two kilometers away from the Port of Kalundu. Managed by private companies, it offers both passengers and/or freight services to Kalémie, Boma, Kigoma (Tanzania) and Mpulungu (Zambia). The infrastructure are fitted with a quay, warehouse and handling equipment. The local authorities have an office within their compound to ensure customs and police controls during embarking and debarking (DGDA, OCC, DGM…).
The port of Kivovo is a competitor for the historic operator SNCC, however, the poor condition state of the Route Nationale 5 (Bukavu – Lubumbashi) is also a drawback to boost the regional economic exchanges.
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Sud Kivu |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Uvira Distance: 40 minutes by car from Uvira downtown |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kivovo |
Latitude |
-3.442345 |
Longitude |
29.129703 |
Private Company |
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Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Other information |
The Port of Kivovo is an alternative importing route to supply DRC through the Northern Corridor under the authority of the Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) and the Central Corridor under the authority of the Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA).
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Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Company | Etablissement Mayaka | |
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Contact details |
Monsieur FRANCOIS – Gérant + 243 997 701 135 |
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Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport Trucking company Shipyard |
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Berth |
Yes |
100 meters |
Boat |
Yes
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Rafiki II, 350 tons, passenger & cargo Rafiki III, 700 tons, passenger & cargo Superbus, only passenger |
Domestic Ship line |
Yes |
Uvira – Kalémie – Moba |
International Ship line |
Yes |
Kigoma (Tanzania) Mpulungu (Zambia) |
Handling equipment |
Yes |
Mobile crane, lifting up to 50 tons, rate per hour/day negotiable |
Handling services |
Yes |
30 handlers available, rate per type of item negotiable |
Storage facilities |
Yes |
610 m² |
Governmental services at port |
Yes |
Only during embarking and debarking operations |
Other information |
Road transport service is available with four trucks (average 20 mt) Geographical coverage is Uvira – Bukavu. Other destinations only on request |
Company | Etablissement Kidoge Majagira (K.M) | |
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Contact details |
Chef de Port: Olivier FADHILI + 243 973 646 327
Directeur Général : Kidoge KONGWA
Financier: John SHUKURU MATABISHI + 243 992 030 390 etablissementkm1@gmail.com |
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Activity |
Cargo transport |
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Berth |
Yes |
90 meters |
Boat |
Yes
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M/V Asifiwez, 1000 tons, cargo only M/V Manne, 500 tons, cargo only M/V La Grace, 180 tons, cargo only M/V Yatoka Kwamungu, 165 tons, cargo only |
Domestic Ship line |
Yes |
Uvira – Kalémie – Moba |
International Ship line |
Yes |
Only on request Kigoma (Tanzania) and Mpulungu (Zambia) |
Handling equipment |
Yes |
Mobile crane, lifting to 70 tons, rate per hour/day negotiable |
Handling services |
Yes |
Rate per item type of item negotiable |
Storage facilities |
Yes |
225 m² |
Governmental services at port |
Yes |
Only during embarking and debarking operations |
Other information |
Road transport service is available with four trucks (average 20 mt) Geographical coverage is Uvira – Bukavu. Other destinations are on request |
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Hinterland Information
The Port of Kivovo is an alternative importing route to supply DRC through the Northern Corridor under the authority of the Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) and the Central Corridor under the authority of the Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA).
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.18 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Port of Kasenga
Port Overview
The Port of Kasenga is on the northwest coast of Lake Tanganyika and located in the district of Kasenga, city of Uvira. For the time being, there is only a single transporter company, however, additional companies have planned to open their private ports within this area.
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Democratic Republic of Congo |
Province or District |
Sud Kivu |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Uvira |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Kasenga |
Latitude |
-3.364642 |
Longitude |
29.150996 |
Private Company |
Olga House |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a |
Other information |
The Port of Kasenga is an alternative importing route to supply DRC through the Northern Corridor under the authority of the Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) and the Central Corridor under the authority of the Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA). |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Company | Olga House | |
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Contact details |
Irène KABISUBA – Directrice Financière et Administrative + 243 972 277 032 irenekabisuba@gmail.com
Clément BASHINGUE – Responsable commercial + 243 991 376 522 |
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Activity |
Passengers & Cargo transport Shipyard |
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Berth |
Yes |
1 x 100 m 1 x 100 me (under construction) |
Boat |
Yes
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M/V, Okako I, 200 tons, passenger & cargo M/V, Okako II, 200 tons, passenger & cargo |
Domestic Ship line |
Yes |
Uvira – Kalémie – Moba |
International Ship line |
Yes |
Only on request Kigoma (Tanzania) and Mpulungu (Zambia) |
Handling equipment |
Yes |
Two mobile cranes (18 tons & 50 tons) and one forklift, rate per hour/day negotiable |
Handling services |
Yes |
Association ADPK (Association des Débardeurs du Port de Kalundu), rate is calculated per ton or unit (negotiable). |
Storage facilities |
Yes |
500 mt Free storage for cargo booked for shipment with a limit of ten days maximum |
Governmental services at port |
Yes |
Only during embarking and debarking operations PNHF / SQAV |
Other information |
Website: olga-house.net |
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Handling Equipment
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
Hinterland Information
Democratic Republic of Congo - 2.1.19 Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Port of Ilebo
Port Overview
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Republic Democratic of Congo |
Province or District |
Kasaï |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Ilebo |
Port's Complete Name |
Port d’Ilebo |
Latitude |
-4.331938 |
Longitude |
20.569453 |
Managing Company or Port Authority
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Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer du Congo |
Management Contact Person |
Directeur de la Coordination + 243 814 070 505 / + 243 970 058 380
Service Commerciale + 243 824 190 169 / +243 972 744 292
Service Transport + 243 814247429 / +243 999 197 970 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
n/a
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The multimodal SNCC Port of Ilebo plays a crucial logistics role to supply the province considering the very poor condition of the road from Ilebo. Manufactured products, construction material, hydrocarbon etc.… arriving from Kinshasa by water barges are then delivered to Kananga and within the province by train. The local economy highly depends on the train to ensure a continuous business trade and supply within the province.
Below an indicative lead time and subject to change without prior notice.
Port Picture
Kasai River view from the 500 m long quay and a water barge arriving from Kinshasa.
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Warehouses along the quay are rented by private companies such like Beltexco, Afrifood, PPC Cemen, to supply their customers or distribution centers in Kananga and within the province.
Beltexco also offers a river transportation service with a fleet of 20 water barges (400 to 600 mt each) and can be contracted from Kinshasa.
Then, several forwarding agents based in the Port of Ilebo ensure transshipment, wagon bookings, taxes / charges payments and cargo follow up on behalf of the customers.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
From August to April |
Other comments |
Inland traffic |
Rainy season is the peak of water traffic considering the elevated level of the river facilitating the navigation |
Train traffic |
Rainy season is the off peak of train traffic. There is one train per week compared with 2-3 trains per week during the dry season. Indeed, landslides often occur causing derailments then repairing/maintenance can take several days prior resuming of the train service. |
During rainy season, landslides often occur causing damaged tracks or train derailment on the legs Ilebo – Kananga – Ilebo. The resuming of train traffic can take several days or weeks depending on the maintenance and repairing duration.
The SNCC port has a capacity to handle 300 mt per day .
Handling Figures for 2021 |
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Vessel Calls |
88 |
Handling Figures Bulk for 2021 |
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Bulk (mt) |
18,743 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
Several charges and taxes applied then depend on the type of the goods (manufactured products, hydrocarbon, cereals…). Forwarding agents operating in the port are in the position to provide an accurate quote to the customers. The cost of a full loaded wagon may vary from 3500 USD to 5500 USD.
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
1 |
500 |
The SEP Congo has a dedicated 60 m long quay and its tanker terminal located next to the port is also connected by tracks. |
Container Berth |
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Water Barges |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed by the SNCC.
Equipment |
Available
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Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Dockside Crane |
Yes |
12 |
Only 8 in service |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
1 (40 tons capacity) |
In service |
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
1 (65 tons capacity) |
In service |
Reachstacker |
No |
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RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
Transtainer |
No |
Forklifts |
No |
Customs Guidance
DGDA office is open from Monday to Saturday then the below government offices are also represented to control either persons and/or goods:
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DGM - Direction Générale de Migration
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OCC - Office Congolais de Contrôle
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PNHF/ SQAV - Programme National de l'Hygiène aux Frontières / Service de Quarantaine Animale et Végétale
For more information on customs in Democratic Republic of Congo, please see the following link:1.3 Customs Information.
Main Storage Terminal
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
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General Cargo |
The SNCC has two warehouses and offers 15 days free of charge if needed to complete the transshipment. However, the storage capacity is limited and it is recommended to transfer the goods once discharged at the port into the train to Kananga. |
Stevedoring
Labor work is organized under a local union and the contracting service is facilitated by the forwarding agents.
The handling charge is 75 USD per loaded wagon.
Hinterland Information
Cargo is only moved out from the port by train considering the very poor condition of the road to Kananga.
As previously mentioned, a train carries a maximum of 15 wagons (40 mt each) and frequency will vary according to the season. Then, the SNCC allocates wagon among all the traders and there is no possibility to obtain a fully dedicated train. Therefore, spreading out of deliveries must be considered and contracting a forwarding agent at the port of Ilebo is recommended to ensure a regular wagon booking and cargo follow-up.
The road Kananga – Ilebo is 367 km, two days drive in 4x4 with an overnight in Mweka or Kakangé. The road is in very poor condition and becomes difficult during the rainy season.
(Source: Carte des contraintes d'accès - Axe Routier Kananga - Ilebo DRC November 2020 - Logistics Cluster)