2 Niger Logistics Infrastructure
The national logistical infrastructure of Niger has been scored over 28 indices organised in five categories and can be seen in the figure below which also compares Niger with West Africa. A detailed explanation of all indices and their precise score can be consulted in Annex 5.2. Niger scores at about the average of the region an, but are below average on infrastructure and local market indices. Since Niger is landlocked the performance of neighbouring countries factor in to logistical challenges. Niger relies mainly on the Port of Lomé, Togo and the Port of Cotonou, Benin for reception of goods shipped by sea. The port of Tema, Ghana and Abidjan, Ivory Coast can also be used. Ports in Nigeria, Port Harcourt, are less used due to high congestion and complicated transit regime. The surrounding countries of Burkina Faso, Mali, Algerie, Libya, Chad and Nigeria will also export merchandise to Niger.
There is an apparent need to modernise, upgrade and expand the existing roads, power and telecommunications systems in order to support sustainable growth and development. This is recognised in the government development plan. Sufficient resources have not been made available due to financial constraints and government spending focus have mostly been on symbolic projects in the main urban areas. Actors such as the World Bank, African Development Bank, ECHO and more continues to fund road maintenance and upgrade by grants and loans. However several projects has experienced delays, cost excesses or not been initiated. Foreign direct investment levels have fallen massively, from USD 822 million in 2014 to USD 293 million in 2016.[1] This is partly due to relatively poor scores in investor protection, and that foreign investors see limited market potential outside the capital.
There are no current large scale national projects underway, besides the grand scheme of connecting Niamey to Cotonou and Abidjan by railway. This project can be considered dead following several controversies regarding the award of contract and subsequent court challenges.
2.1 Niger Port Assessment
Niger is a landlocked country with no access to the sea. The ports of Lomé, Togo and Cotonou, Benin are the most used ports, with the port of Tema, Ghana and Abidjan, Ivory Coast as backup ports. The assessment for these ports can be found in their respective countries LCAs.
2.1.1 Cote D'Ivoire Port Autonome d'Abijan
2.1.1 Niger Port of COTONOU
Key port information can also be found at: Maritime Database information on Niger Port of Cotonou
Port Overview
The Port of Cotonou is located in Benin and serves Niger, Nigeria, Togo, and Burkina a part from Benin itself. The port covers 400 thousand square meters, and its commercial quay contains four 155-meter berths, two 180-meter berths, one 220-meter berth for container vessels, and one berth for roll-on/roll-off cargoes. Warehouses cover 57 thousand square meters and include a 65-thousand square meter container depot and a free zone for Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso.
Work was undertaken in 2011 to add to berths of total 550 meters with a depth of 13.5 meters. The old berths will also be dug out to attain 13.5 meters.
Port website: http://www.portdecotonou.com/
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
Benin |
Province or District |
Cotonou |
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name : Cotonou km: 0 |
Port's Complete Name |
Port Autonome de Cotonou |
Latitude |
6.189444 |
Longitude |
2.441667 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Port Autonome de Cotonou (PAC) |
Management Contact Person |
Standard: +229 21 31 52 80 / +229 21 31 28 90 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations |
Airport Name: Cotonou Cadjehoun Airport Airlines: Air Burkina; Air Côte d’Ivoire; Air France; Air Mali; Arik Air; ASKY Airlines; Brussels Airlines; Camair-Co; Ceiba Intercontinental Airlines; COTAIR; Cronos Airlines; Ethiopian Airlines; Interair South Africa; Karinou Airlines; Kenya Airlines; Mauritania Airlines International; Royal Air Maroc; Sénégal Airlines; South African Airways; Toumai Air Chad; Trans Air Congo; Westair Benin. Cargo Airlines: Africa West Airlines; Air France Cargo |
Port Picture
Map reference number and Description |
Length (m) |
Draught (m) |
|
---|---|---|---|
1 |
General cargo [1] |
135 |
9 |
1 |
General cargo [2] |
135 |
9.25 |
1 |
General cargo [3] |
135 |
9.25 |
1 |
General cargo [4] |
135 |
9.5 |
2 |
Car Carriers / Heavy general cargo [5] |
200 |
10 |
3 |
Containers [6] |
185 |
10 |
3 |
Containers [7] |
225 |
10 |
3 |
Containers and Ro-Ro vessels [8] |
250 |
10 |
4 |
Tanker vessels (oil, palm), and Bulk vessels (clinker, gypsum, wheat, fertilizer, ...) [QC] |
200 |
10 |
4 |
Tanker vessels (oil, palm), and Bulk vessels (clinker, gypsum, wheat, fertilizer, ...) [P2] |
180 |
9 |
5 |
Private berth for tanker vessels, or bunkering operations by Addax/Oryx [ORYX] |
200 |
10 |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Cotonou Port Authority is a governmental entity that manages the port. For handling and manual labour SOBEMAP is a state-owned company that maintains monopoly for conventional handling, while Maersk and Bolloré competes in container handling through their subsidiaries COMAN and SMTC. A complete list of port partners, transit companies and more can be consulted at http://www.portdecotonou.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=32&Itemid=53&showall=1, where contact details are also provided.
4.4 Niger Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
The port of Cotonou handled 4.1 million metric tonnes in 2006 - import, export and transit. This grew to 6.9 million tonnes in 2009 and have stabilised around that level since. That represents a growth of nearly 70% over 2006, and every year since has seen volumes far above planned or expected volumes. As a consequence port congestion has made its presence felt. The number of vessels calling the port declined, but the vessels calling were larger than before. The same period saw an increase of waiting time for container vessels increase from an average of 16 days to 34.6 days; with a peak of 67.6 days in 2008. The target set by the port is at four days and as such leaves ample room for improvements. On the other hand handling of container vessels have become more efficient and has decreased from two days average to 1.31 days in 2011, with a target set at one day. Average waiting time for trucks in 2011 was at 27.55 hours against a target of seven hours. The indicator has nevertheless seen steady improvements since 2008 when it was at 104 hours. Custom transit takes on average 2.93 days against a target set by the port of one day; this indicator has seen little evolution. The port of Cotonou has been criticised for being under too much political influence which is recognised be the Association for the Promotion of the port of Cotonou (APPC) who lists the conflict between port and city as the major challenge going forward.
The port of Cotonou has received funds from the Millenium Challenge Corporation to improve the infrastructure of the port. This work was undertaken in 2011 and is to be completed by 2013. This should allow the port to operate more effectively in the coming years. A layout of how the port will look can be seen further below.
Seasonal Constraints |
Yes / No |
From <month> to <month> |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
April to July |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Other |
n/a | n/a |
Handling Figures | Year 2006 | Year 2007 | Year 2008 | Year 2009 | Year 2010 | Year 2011 | Year 2012 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vessel Calls | 1 393 | 1 407 | 1 299 | 1 300 | 1 011 | 989 | 1 054 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) | 140 500 | 167 800 | 312 000 | 299 500 | 305 000 | n/a | n/a |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk |
Year 2009 |
Year 2010 |
---|---|---|
Bulk (Million MT) |
2.5 ≈ 36 % |
2.5 ≈ 36 % |
Break bulk Million MT |
0.9 ≈ 13 % |
0.9 ≈ 13 % |
Container Traffic (Million MT) |
3.5 ≈ 51 % |
3.6 ≈51 % |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
Port fees, which entails tugging, piloting, mooring and port dues will amount to about 5 000 000 XOF. General cargo handling is at about 5 000 XOF per tonne while bulk handling is around 2 500 XOF per tonne. For updates on convential handling charges SOBEMAP can be consulted. Container handling charges are found in the table below and updates can be obtained from COMAN and SMTC.
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
5 |
740 |
10 |
Container Berth |
3 |
660 |
10 |
Silo Berth |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Berthing Tugs |
3 |
||
Water Barges |
Yes |
Berth number 5 is the only berth dedicated for heavy general cargo vessels. The vessel is often lighted at the berth and then shifted towards berth 2, 3 or 4. Two private container terminal operated by SMTC (Bollore) and COMAN (Maersk) operate two shore cranes at quay 6/7-8. Tanker vessels are only allowed to dock and sail in daylight. Draught is calculated on the of basis high tide. Work was undertaken in 2011 to add to berths of total 550 meters with a depth of 13.5 meters. The old berths will also be dug out to attain 13.5 meters. Below is the port layout with the new berths included.
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
1-5 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
1-5 |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
8 |
Other Imports |
Oryx, Q2, P2 |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed by privately.
COMAN and SMTC handles containers and has suitable equipment that functions adequately. SOBEMAP who monopolises conventional handling is on the other hand criticised for lacking equipment and maintenance and overly relying on manual labour.
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 |
n/a |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 |
n/a |
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 – Capacity: 140T |
n/a |
Reachstacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 7 – Capacity: 45T |
n/a |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
Yes |
Quantity: 13 |
Tug master & mafi |
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
Yes |
Quantity: 1 – Capacity: 11T |
n/a |
Transtrainer |
n/a | n/a | n/a |
Forklifts |
Yes |
Quantity: 7 – Capacity: 4-16T |
n/a |
Container Facilities
The container storage area measures 91 000 square meters. Benin Terminal, subsidiary of Bolloré is equipped with two gantries. Two further private container terminal operators SMTC (Bolloré) and COMAN (Maersk) has two shore cranes at quay 6/7-8.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
||
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day) |
n/a | |
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points) |
56 | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication) |
n/a | |
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift) |
n/a | n/a |
Customs Guidance
Customs clearance at the port of Cotonou consists of eight steps, and if the procedure ever runs smoothly, can be completed in roughly seven hours. In practice two to three working days are to be expected. Clearance costs can be up to $750, depending on the size of container, number of trucks and where the cargo has shipped from. Customs officials, at least until recently, have been no strangers to corruption so costs may exceed this amount. In practice most UN agencies and NGO rely on freight forwarders to handle customs clearance.
A custom clearance manual for the port of Cotonou (in french), including transit procedure, can be found at http://www.finances.bj/IMG/pdf/manuel_de_procedure_version_corrigee.pdf. Se also the Customs Information section of the LCA.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
A Ro-Ro berth is available, as well as a modern Ro-Ro terminal operated by Roro Terminal Benin SA. The terminal covers 4.5 hectares and has a capacity of 3 000 vehicles.
Grain and Bulk Handling
Bulk handling takes place on pier four and five, though the latter is reserved for the private company ORYX/ADDAX. The port has a grain silo with 11 000 tons capacity. Vegetable oil, and petroleum, tanks have a capacity of 43 700 cubic meters.
Main Storage Terminal
The storage facilities includes over 100 000 m2 worth of warehouses, three container terminals – 15 000 m2 container park, and paved open space storage covering 60 000 m2. Further there is a fish warehouse measuring in at 1 500 m2, 43m3of storage tanks and silo tanks with 11 000 tonnes capacity. There are free zone warehouses for Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (square meters) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
n/a |
57 000 |
Refrigerated Cargo |
n/a |
9 500 |
General Cargo |
n/a |
69 500 |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring was partly opened for competition in 1999, but the state owned company SOBEMAP still maintain monopoly on conventional handling. SMTC and COMAN, under Maersk and Bolloré respectively, has entered in to competition for handling of containers. Container handling has become significantly more effective since the liberation of the market, but conventional handling has deteriorated and handling can sometimes take weeks before completion. SOBEMAP has GETMA-Benin as their privileged partner for handling and transit.
Handling comprises loading and off-loading of ships as well as stocking and transporting the goods within the port.
Hinterland Information
Items are moved out of port by railway or by trucks. There is no railway in Niger so rail wagons have to be offloaded in Parakou, Benin, which is about half the distance between Cotonou and Niamey. Trucks are often congested at the port, and roads are generally in a bad condition – especially during the wet season.
Port Security
The port of Cotonou is ISPS compliant with the Direction de la Marin Marchandise charged with assuring conformity. The Port Security Officer is responsible for maintaining security levels. Access to the port is the responsibility of the Service des Formalités et d’Accès (Acces and formalities service) which restricts access to those who are issued permanent badges. Temporary access for 24 hours is granted to visitors who supply ID-papers, photos and a visit card or professional letter. Le Service Police Sécurité et Sûreté (Police service for security and assurance) is the public service who polices the port. They are responsible for the safety of technical installations, personal safety, ship inspection and prevention of theft. The police service is supported by private security enterprises that are contracted directly with the port and supplies guards and patrol the area. Le Service Environment, Accidents et Calamités (Service for the environment, accidents and calamities) handles spilllage, pollution and accidents. They rely on two old fire trucks that are prone to break-downs and often out of play. They will however receive support from the fire brigade of Cotonou in case of fires, but this nonetheless decreases respond time. No boat is available for the service to perform tasks such as rescuing people that have fallen overboard. The service is also said to be undermanned which affects it ability to perform.
Video surveillance is under implementation and a container scanner has supposedly been purchased. The number of thefts at the port fluctuates between 24 and 57 registered cases per year over the last six years.
Security |
||
---|---|---|
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional |
Police Boats |
0 | |
Fire Engines |
2 |
2.1.2 Niger Port of LOME
Key port information can also be found at: Maritime Database information on Port of Lome
Port Overview
Niger is a landlocked country and therefore relies on neighbouring countries ports – Cotonou, Benin; Lomé, Togo; and Tema, Ghana are mostly used. Lomé is a free port, or free zone, which is strategically located in the sense that I can reach several West African capitals within a day. It is the only natural deep-water port on the West African coast that can potentially accommodate third generation ships. The port authority’s long term goal is to exploit this advantage to become the maritime hub for container trans-shipment in West Africa.
Construction is underway of a third pier which is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2013. It will have a draught of 16.6 meters that will enable the port to accommodate larger vessels and triple the port’s capacity within ten years. A new terminal is also underway. The port is run by the Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) which is a state-owned company that oversees activities at the port and performs loading and offloading of wheat, hydrocarbons and minerals.
Port website: http://www.togoport.tg/
Port Location and Contacts |
|
---|---|
Country |
Togo |
Province or District |
|
Town or City (Closest location) with Distance (km) |
Name : Lomé Km: 0 |
Port's Complete Name |
Port Autonome de LOME |
Latitude |
6.133333 |
Longitude |
1.283333 |
Managing Company or Port Authority (If more than one operator, break down by area of operation) |
Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) |
Management Contact Person |
Direction Générale : 227 08 78 – Standard : 227 47 442 – Niger representation : +227 20 74 03 26 / +227 96 96 48 73 |
Closest Airport and Frequent Airlines to / from International Destinations |
Airport Name: Lomé-Tokoin Airport (Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport) Airlines: Air Burkina, Air Côte d’Ivoire, Air France, Air Mali, ASKY Airlines, Benin Golf Air, Brussels Airlines, Ceiba Intercontinental Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Royal Air Maroc, Toumaï Air Tchad. |
Port Picture
Map reference number and Description |
Length (m) |
Draught (m) |
|
---|---|---|---|
1 |
General cargo (1) |
150 |
6 |
1 |
General cargo (2) |
150 |
10 |
1 |
General cargo (3) |
150 |
10 |
1 |
General cargo (4) |
150 |
8.5 |
2 |
Containers (5) |
230 |
11 |
2 |
Containers (6) |
210 |
12 |
3 |
Mineral berth |
190 |
12 |
Fuel pier |
Tanker berth |
187 |
14 |
|
New pier [under construction] |
1 050 (five berths) |
16.6 |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Handling of cargo is split between the port authorities and private companies. The Port Authority maintains handling of clinker; wheat; hydrocarbons and coasters. Container handling is performed by SE2M and Manuport, while conventional cargo handling is covered by SE3M and Manuport. SE2M and SEM3 are part of the Bolloré Africa Logistics group while Manuport is part of the Necotrans group. NITRA handles transit from the port to Niger, and Niger’s representative at the port is CNUT (conseil Nigéerien des Utilisateurs des Transports publics). Cotecna Inspection handles a mobile scanner and controls containers and vehicles in cooperation with the Customs office.
Among other companies operating in the port are Togo Terminal, a Container Terminal operator; Lome Multipurpose Terminal, a conventional terminal operator; SDV Togo, a Shipping and transit agency; SAGA Togo, a shipping and transit agency; STCM, a Shipping agency; GETMA and MSC, shipping companies; SDV-Damco, forwarding agent.
4.2.4 Niger Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
The Lomé port handled about 8.2 million metric tonnes in 2011, this figure represents import, export and transit. Container traffic has seen the biggest development with a growth of 60 % in traffic since 2005. The growth rate has flattened over the last three year and the number of vessel calls has seen little evolution. The port of Lomé has nonetheless undertaken construction of a third pier and a new terminal which will double the port’s current capacity over five years and triple it over ten years. The maximum channel draft is 14 meters, which will be increased to 16.6 meters when the third pier is completed. This should allow vessels up to 7 000 TEU to dock at the port. The port has seen up to 63 hours in average waiting time in 2009 for general cargo and 24 hours for container vessels, 2011. Supposedly congestion has since dropped significantly since the introduction of fixed berthing windows and Lomé can boast a productivity of close to 35 movements per hour/ship which is among the best in Africa. The clearing speed of imported goods is less than impressive as it takes a minimum of four to five days. The current container terminal system is also criticised for being inconveniently located which entails additional handling. The port roads are in a very poor state. A final concern for the port is the presence of pirates in the region which notably threaten oil tankers.
Seasonal Constraints |
Yes / No |
From <month> to <month> |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
June to September |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
n/a |
Other |
n/a | n/a |
Handling Figures |
Year 2005 |
Year 2006 |
Year 2007 |
Year 2008 |
Year 2009 |
Year 2010 |
Year 2011 |
Year 2012 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1 075 |
1 043 |
1 092 |
1 092 |
1 166 |
1 175 |
1 150 |
n/a |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
204 614 |
215 898 |
237 891 |
296 109 |
354 480 |
339 853 |
350 000 |
n/a |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk |
Year 2009 |
Year 2010 |
Year 2011 |
---|---|---|---|
Bulk (Million MT) |
2.5 ≈35 % |
3.1 ≈38.7 % |
3.3 ≈ 40 % |
Break bulk (Million MT) |
0.7 ≈10 % |
0.8 ≈10.4 % |
0.8 ≈ 10 % |
Container Traffic (Million MT) |
4.1 ≈55 % |
4.1 ≈50.9 % |
4.1 ≈ 50 % |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
http://www.togoport.net/togoport/index.php?option=com_docman&task=doc_download&gid=3&Itemid=134
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
4 |
150 |
6 – 6 – 8.5 – 10 |
Container Berth |
2 |
210 – 230 |
12 |
Silo Berth |
0 |
n/a | n/a |
Berthing Tugs |
Yes | ||
Water Barges |
Yes |
The port of Lomé has about 1 752 meters of berth which allow between eight and ten ships at the same time. For the moment there are two piers, one for general cargo and one for container handling. There is also docking for fuel and minerals and a dock for fishing vessels. Pier 1 is 336.5 meters long and 72 meters wide with four docking places. It rests on cement pillars which allow free movement of water under the pier and is designated to handle general cargo. Pier 2 is 250 meters long and 140 meters wide, it rests on a solid concrete foundation and can fit two container vessels at the same time. It is also the location for the multi-purpose container terminal. The oil jetty is 250 meters while the mineral dock measures in at 210 metres. The fishing dock is 60 meters and can accommodate up to nine trawlers.
A third pier is under construction and is planned to be finished by the end of 2013. This will add five berths totalling 450 meters of dockside and is to have a draught of 16 meters which will allow for larger vessels. The pier is to be equipped with four gantries that will enable the port to operate on vessels with at least 17 rows of containers. The container storage area is also under expansion and the addition of 24 RTGs is in the plans. The placement for the pier can be seen in the layout below.
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
1-4 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
1-4 |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
5-6 |
Other Imports – Mineral and hydrocarbons |
Fuel and mineral berth |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed privately?
Port equipment is managed privately with the exception of handling of hydrocarbons and minerals which is handled by the port authority. Container handling, at pier 2, is carried out by SE2M and Manuport while conventional handling at pier 1 is covered by SE3M and Manuport.
Equipment |
Available (Yes / No) |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
2 |
Four STS gantries are planned at new berth. |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
2 |
|
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 104 T |
Panamax cranes, two more are ordered. |
Reachstacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 23 Capacity: 45 T |
TOS = Oscar |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
Yes |
n/a | n/a |
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
No |
n/a | n/a |
Transtainer |
Yes |
4 |
24 RTGs are planned at the new berth. |
Forklifts |
Yes |
Quantity: 32 Capacity: 2 to 16 T |
n/a |
Container Facilities
The container storage area covers about 90 000 square meters and corresponds with the yellow areas in the layout and picture below.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
||
Daily Take Off Capacity (Containers per day) |
900 |
|
Number of Reefer Stations (connection points) |
100 |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity (Give an indication) |
1 500 |
|
Off take capacity of gang shift (in Containers per shift) |
300 |
n/a |
Customs Guidance
The port of Lomé is a free port which means that handling and transferring of cargo can take place within the port areaThe custom clearing for transit involves nineteen steps which should normally take 1 415 minutes or about three working days. However, the process is subject to recurrent delays that may add up 1 535 minutes or about 3.2 working days – totalling in at 6.2 working days. Around four to five working days are generally to be expected. The reason for delays may be due to understaffing at the customs office, further the customs-release computer system is prone to failures. A detailed overview of the customs clearance process and steps to clear containers for transit can be found at page 31-33 and 81-89 in the West Africa Trade Hub Technical Report #47 accessible at http://www.watradehub.com/sites/default/files/resourcefiles/apr12/jan-2012-rev-final-corridor-ii-lome-ouaga-transport-and-logistics-costs-study.pdf. See also the Customs Information section of the LCA:
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
A multipurpose facility is available and operated by Bolloré African Logistics. Another terminal is under construction in connection with the third pier. RoRo facilities are available.
Main Storage Terminal
There are four warehouses of 7 500 square meters, labelled as “magasin C-F” in red in the layout above. Warehouse A on the pier measures at 5 000 squaremeters, while the B warehouse is used for fish. Six warehouses are designated for transit to Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger – dark green in the layout. In total there is about 115 000 square meters of storage available.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (square meters) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
10 |
115 000 |
Refrigerated Cargo |
n/a | n/a |
General Cargo |
Open air |
200 000 |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring activities are mostly handled by private companies where SE2M and Manuport handles container traffic at pier 2 while SE3M and Manuport handles conventional cargo at pier 1. The Port Authority of Lomé maintains handling of hydrocarbons and minerals which takes place at the fuel and minerals pier. Pier 2 is set up to handle both vertical off-loading and horizontal off-loading (Ro-Ro). Stevedoring activities at the port comprises manual labour and operation of equipment for every step from offloading, storage, packing, stripping of containers and loading of trucks. Packing can be performed both at port and in facilities in the city.
Hinterland Information
Containers may be transported directly, but are generally stripped and loaded on to trucks (60-70%). Containers that are stripped are moved to a designated area of the port where, under customs surveillance, contents are manually offloaded. Due to equipment insufficiencies this procedure often experiences delays especially if the handling company has a ship to load or off-load.
Port Security
Security at the port complies with ISPS standards and the responsibility for security has been outsourced to an American private company. A team called “the Bees” patrol the area and keeps the gates. Entry is restricted to those carrying magnetic ID-cards and cars with pre-approved clearance. Surveillance cameras are installed and there is a mobile Gantry HVC scanner available to scan cargo. The American Coast Guard has inspected the port on a couple of occasions without indicating serious flaws. The port is currently in the process of applying for ISO certification for security.
Pirates in the area are well armed, violent and dangerous. Attacks can occur at anchorages and off the coast and usually at night. Some attacks resulted in the vessel being hijacked for several days where the vessel was ransacked and part cargo stolen (gas oil). Attacks have increased the over the last years.
Security |
||
---|---|---|
ISPS Compliant (Yes / No) |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional |
Police Boats |
||
Fire Engines |
1 |
2.2 Niger Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
The aviation sector is placed under the Ministry of Transport and is the responsibility of the Agence National de l’Aviation Civile du Niger (ANAC-Niger – national civil aviation agency of Niger). The most relevant departments thereunder are Air Transport Department and the Air Navigation Department. Niger has three international airports in Niamey, Agadez and Zinder – in the meaning that they may allow flights from abroad to land directly at the airport, only Niamey has regularly scheduled international flights.
The government has made efforts over the last few years to harmonise national legalisation with international aviation laws and standards. Liberalisation efforts have also been made and allowed for more operators at the Niamey airport. Despite these efforts costs remain high and according to the ANAC-Niger’s diagnostic the operators are considered as weak and the current infrastructure is found wanting. Aircraft operating in the country are aging and private companies have so far been reluctant to invest in the sector. Public investment has also been lagging, but there are currently being made some efforts to upgrade airports.
Niamey can support aircrafts up to the size of B747 – AN124, Agadez 54/F/C/W/T and Zinder is built to B737/200 standards. The airports of Tahoua, Maradi and Diffa constitute the major domestic airports in the country; they are built to B737/200 standards. The remaining airports are referred to as secondary, but open for public circulation. Most of these airports are little more than airstrips and only support light aircrafts. Concerning air cargo, only Niamey has sufficient capacity to handle larger volumes. All handling at the larger airports is performed by Administration des Activités Aéronautiques Nationales du Niger (AANN – national aeronautical activities administration of Niger) which is controlled by the government.
There are currently ten companies flying to and from Niamey. These include intercontinental airlines such as Air France, Turkish Airlines, Royal Air Maroc and Ethiopian. Niger Airlines operates public domestic flights. In addition there are possibilities to charter aircraft for domestic flight. Chalair, Tamara Niger Aviation and THS Niger currently operates with this business model in Niger. UNHAS operates flights for humanitarian purposes.
Only Niamey have the infrastructure to receive and handle high intensity air cargo, defined as aircrafts at 75mt tonnes or more. Agadez and Zinder can accommodate low-intensity air cargo, that is, aircrafts less than 75mt. There are several companies involved with air cargo and freight forwarding for which contact details can be found in the annex.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links:
4.1 Niger Government Contact List
4.5 Niger Airport Company Contact List
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
Regulation of aviation and the registration of aircrafts are under ANAC, more specifically under the Direction de l’Aviation Civile. There are no limits or restrictions on the age of aircrafts that can be registered, or operated, in Niger. However ANAC would need to issue a certificate of air worthiness for the aircraft.
There are five phases to obtaining a certificate that allows an aircraft to operate in Niger. These phases are pre-evaluation, formal request, evaluation of documents and certification, demonstration and inspection, and finally certification. Before undertaking the application ANAC insists on an initiation meeting were the procedures and requirements are detailed. After the meeting a formal demand can be made, which starts off with another meeting and handing in documentation. The time frame set for evaluation of the formal demand is 90 days which will be exceeded if there are any issues with the documentation supplied. ANAC will in such instances return the documentation with an explanation of the problem. For the inspection phase ANAC inspectors will evaluate maintenance equipment for the aircraft and supporting structures. Safety requirements in place, is that the aircraft should be airworthy, personnel trained for emergencies and safety procedures documented. If all goes well the applicant will be presented with a Certificate d’Opérateur Aérien / Permis d’Exploitation Aérienne and approved the Specific Operation Standards (SOPS).
- Pre-Evaluation: Meet with ANAC. Then fill out the form ANAC
FORM 06-01. Documents to include:
- A description of planned activities
- Organisational manuals
- Proof of training for air personnel
- Technical manuals
- Aircraft information and maintenance plans
- Additional documents may be required – please consult the document below
- Formal demand: Participate in meeting. Supply any additional documentation]
- Evaluation: Time frame: 90 days. Rejections will come with written explanation and can be resent
- Aircraft and structure inspection
- Issuing of certificate
For more information on procedures for foreign registered aircraft, please see the following attachments:
Manuel for registration foreign aircraft and use of airport
For additional information please see: http://www.anacniger.org
2.2.1 Niger Diori Hamani International Airport Niamey
Airport Overview
Diori Hamani International airport is located in Niamey and is the only airport with regularly scheduled commercial flights. There are currently ten companies that operate flights from Niamey, averaging at about ten flights in and out per day. There are currently no significant bottlenecks in in daily operation as there are relatively few flights and turnaround time is ample.
Niamey airport is also the location of the military airport and as such it is reinforced with regard to security.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Niger |
Province or District |
Niamey |
Nearest Town or City |
Niamey DISTANCE (0 km / 9km to city centre) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aéroport International Diori Hamani de Niamey |
Latitude |
13.48166667 |
Longitude |
2.17027778 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
732 feet / 223 meters |
IATA Code |
NIM |
ICAO Code |
DRRN |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
ASECNA |
Management Contact Person |
+227 20 73 23 81 / +20 73 23 83 / 20 73 25 17 / 20 73 25 18 / 20 73 25 19 |
Open From (hours) |
00:00 |
Open To (hours) |
24:00 |
Airport Picture
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AANN
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ASECNA
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Cargo hangar (Hangar de fret)
-
Eamac Building (NAVAIDS)
-
Emission Centre ‘Centre Emission CED)
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INFRA
-
Reception centre (Centre de réception CRD)
-
Security Office (Sécurité)
-
Weather centre (Station d’observation Météo)
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
ANAC-Niger is the regulating authority with overall responsibility for the sector. Customs are under the authority of the Direction Générale des Douanes de la République du Niger. Handling is conducted by Aviation Handling Services (ANS). There are several companies involved in air cargo and freight forwarding which contact details can be found in the below link.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link:
4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
There have been conducted some office improvements and building maintenance on the airport. The airport started a process to get re-certified in 2017. The result and recommendation from this process is not yet available.
Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
---|---|---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
5 000 |
400 |
14 |
Total Passengers |
670 000 |
55 000 |
1 860 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
3 000mt |
250mt |
<10mt |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
200 |
16 |
<1 |
There are no firm estimates on the capacity of current cargo capacity but given the relatively low daily and monthly figures it can be assumed that there is potential to handle significantly higher tonnages if needed. The unloading equipment imposes a maximum weight of 14mt.
Runways
Runway 09R/27L can accommodate air craft up to B747 – AN124. Electrical lighting for night landings. VOR/DME and ILS available for navigation and landing aid.
Runway #1 |
|
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Runway Dimensions |
3 000m x 45m |
Orientation |
09R/27L |
Surface |
Asphalt |
The Runway 09L / 27R is not usable for 24 hours following rainfall. Precipitation from May to October.
Runway #2 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1 620m x 40m |
Orientation |
09L/27R |
Surface |
Laterite |
Helicopter Pad(s)
None publicly available.
Helipad #1 |
|
---|---|
Present |
No |
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
|
Width and Length (m) |
|
Surface |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Equipment and buildings are aging and maintenance and upgrades lags behind. Supervision and control of activities are in need of reinforcement. Some building maintenance have been undertaken, notably for the office buildings.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
B747 – AN124 |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
B747 – AN124 |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
500m2 |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
1 300m3 |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
14mt |
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
||
Other Comments |
|
Customs Guidance
The customs officials will be at work at scheduled arrivals at the airport. Procedures and rules are described in the section linked below.
For more information on customs in NIGER, please see the following link:
Storage Facilities
There are currently a capacity of about 1 300m3 at the airport. The handling company AHS Niger disposes of around 300m3 while the rest of the capacity is rented out to commercial companies.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
In addition to the charges below there are passenger service charges of 1 500 XOF per departing passenger for domestic flights and 10 000 XOF per departing passenger for international tax. The latter also get applied a transportation tax of 8 500 XOF per passenger. Security charges are 1 000 XOF per passenger for domestic flights and 5 000 XOF per passenger for international flights.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
||
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0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
Maximum take-off weight in Certificate of Airworthiness and distance flown. For MTOW up to 14 tonnes, the charge payable is fixed at the rate of EUR 211.69 on international flights, EUR 88.14 on national flights and 84.99 on regional flights. |
||
Landing USD - $ |
International First 25 tonnes: 2 616 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 5 229 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 7 397 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 6 945 XOF / MT Domestic First 14 tonnes: 572 (min 1 439) XOF / MT From the l5th to the 25th tonne: 2 113 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 4 218 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 5 333 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 4 984 XOF / MT Tourist aircraft weighing 2 tonnes or less: 1 439 XOF / MT |
||
Night Landing USD - $ |
|||
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
|
|
|
Parking |
PARKING CHARGES First two hours free; thereafter: Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Tarifg on traffic aprons : 50 XOF x Tariff other areas: 25 XOF
HANGAR CHARGES Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Aircraft used for commercial purposes: First 25 tonnes: 150 XOF Over 25 tonnes: 180 XOF Other aircraft: 50 F CFA per 500 kg per 24 hours or part thereof. |
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Handling Charges |
High Intensity (at Niamey airport only) 83 746 F CFA / MT for aircraft of 75 tonnes or less 106 079 F CFA / MT for Aircraft over 75 tonnes Low Intensity 41 876 F CFA /MT |
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel charges are currently at 2 XOF per litre of fuel.
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
2 XOF / Litre |
Avgas |
2 XOF / Litre |
Cargo Terminal Charges
Import Charges |
||
---|---|---|
Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
Handling Charge |
High Intensity (at Niamey airport only) 83 746 F CFA / MT for aircraft of 75 tonnes or less 106 079 F CFA / MT for Aircraft over 75 tonnes Low Intensity 41 876 F CFA /MT |
|
Break Bulk Fee |
50 XOF / KG |
|
Diplomatic Mail |
|
|
Strong Room – per consignment |
|
|
Cold Storage Fee |
|
|
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
|
|
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
|
|
Storage per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Export |
||
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
50 XOF / KG |
|
International Air Waybill |
|
|
Local Air Waybill |
|
|
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
|
|
Air Way Bill Documentation |
|
|
Diplomatic Mail |
|
|
Storage Charges per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Air-bridge Charges
Aircrafts that are delayed for more than one hour will be charged at 15 % per 30 minutes, with a maximum of 60 % of the handling charges – if no prior advice has been given by the carrier six hours in advance. In case a departure is cancelled after all services have been executed, the handling company will charge the carrier by 60 % of the rate applied.
Security
The military airport is located on the premises, so security is taking very serious. The entire area is walled in and all vehicles are stopped and searched before entering the premises. The security level indicated by ANAC is at eight, for comparison the figure is six for Agadez and four for Maradi, Tahoua and Zinder.
2.2.2 Niger Mano Dayak International Airport Agadez
Airport Overview
Agadez used to have regularly scheduled international flights as it was a centre for tourism. This activity ceased many years ago due to security concerns in the region. The airport has been renovated in 2017 and Niger Airlines has recently started with regular domestic flights to Agadez. They currently flies three times a week. UNHAS has currently two scheduled flights per week to the airport.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Niger |
Province or District |
Agadez |
Nearest Town or City |
Agadez DISTANCE (0 km / 1 km to city centre) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aéroport International Mano Dayak d’Agadez |
Latitude |
16.96222222 |
Longitude |
7.99027778 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
1 660 feet / 22.5 meters |
IATA Code |
AJY |
ICAO Code |
DRZA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
ASECNA/AANN |
Management Contact Person |
+227 20 44 00 40 / +227 94 24 42 62 |
Open From (hours) |
05:30 |
Open To (hours) |
17:300 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
ANAC-Niger is the regulating authority with overall responsibility for the sector. Customs are under the authority of the Direction Générale des Douanes de la République du Niger. Handling is conducted by Aviation Handling Services (ANS). The freight companies based in Niamey can be called upon when required.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link:
4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
No publicly available figures. The below are estimated based on the current schedules of Niger Airlines and UNHAS.
Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
---|---|---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
250 |
20 |
<1 |
Total Passengers |
2 500 |
200 |
5 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
500mt |
>10mt |
<1mt |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
100 |
8 |
<1 |
Air cargo to Agadez is on an ad-hoc basis. Due to lack of specialised equipment there is limited capacity.
Runways
Some publications list the runway as 3 000 meters by 45 meters. The runway was extended to 3 000 meters in 2004 – the contractor was supposed to bring the width to 45 meters but failed to do so.
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
3 000m x 30m |
Orientation |
07/25 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helipad #1 |
|
---|---|
Present |
No |
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
|
Width and Length (m) |
|
Surface |
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport has been refurbished in 2017. The hope is that tourism to Ténéré and the Aïr region will pick up.
Customs |
Yes (On request – 48h before arrival) |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes (On request – 48h before arrival) |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
No |
Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
No |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
No |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
No |
Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
No |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
34/F/C/W/T |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
34/F/C/W/T |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
95m*75m= 7 125m2 |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
8 000m2 (open air) |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
No |
||
Other Comments |
Five trolleys and one Tracma |
Customs Guidance
The customs officials will need to be contacted minimum 48 hours before arrival. Procedures and rules are described in the section linked below.
For more information on customs in NIGER, please see the following link:
Storage Facilities
There are currently an open storage capacity of about 8 000m2 at the airport, although most of this is under the National Air Base disposition.
Costs
Navigation Charges
In addition to the charges below there are passenger service charges of 1 500 XOF per departing passenger for domestic flights and 10 000 XOF per departing passenger for international tax. The latter also get applied a transportation tax of 8 500 XOF per passenger. Security charges are 1 000 XOF per passenger for domestic flights and 5 000 XOF per passenger for international flights.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
||
---|---|---|---|
0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
Maximum take-off weight in Certificate of Airworthiness and distance flown. For MTOW up to 14 tonnes, the charge payable is fixed at the rate of EUR 211.69 on international flights, EUR 88.14 on national flights and 84.99 on regional flights. |
||
Landing USD - $ |
International First 25 tonnes: 2 800 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 5 608 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 7 927 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 7 440 XOF / MT Domestic First 14 tonnes: 604 (min 1 529) XOF / MT From the l5th to the 25th tonne: 2 251 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 4 492 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 5 676 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 5 309 XOF / MT Tourist aircraft weighing 2 tonnes or less: 1 529 XOF / MT |
||
Night Landing USD - $ |
|||
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
|
|
|
Parking |
PARKING CHARGES First two hours free; thereafter: Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Tariff on traffic aprons : 50 XOF Tariff other areas: 25 XOF Outside official opening hours for every two-hour period (first two hours free): 10 000 XOF
HANGAR CHARGES Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Aircraft used for commercial purposes: First 25 tonnes: 150 XOF Over 25 tonnes: 180 XOF Other aircraft: 50 F CFA per 500 kg per 24 hours or part thereof. |
||
Handling Charges |
Low Intensity 73 401 XOF/MT |
Fuels Services Charges
Fuel charges are currently at 2 XOF per litre of fuel.
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
2 XOF / Litre |
Avgas |
2 XOF / Litre |
Cargo Terminal
Charges
Import Charges |
||
---|---|---|
Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
Handling Charge |
Low Intensity 73 401 XOF/MT |
|
Break Bulk Fee |
50 XOF / KG |
|
Diplomatic Mail |
|
|
Strong Room – per consignment |
|
|
Cold Storage Fee |
|
|
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
|
|
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
|
|
Storage per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Export |
||
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
50 XOF / KG |
|
International Air Waybill |
|
|
Local Air Waybill |
|
|
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
|
|
Air Way Bill Documentation |
|
|
Diplomatic Mail |
|
|
Storage Charges per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Air-bridge Charges
Aircrafts that are delayed for more than one hour will be charged at 15 % per 30 minutes, with a maximum of 60 % of the handling charges – if no prior advice has been given by the carrier six hours in advance. In case a departure is cancelled after all services have been executed, the handling company will charge the carrier by 60 % of the rate applied.
Security
The entire area is fenced in and the military, gendarmerie, ensure the internal airport security while the police deal with the external areas of the airport. The security level indicated by ANAC is at six, for comparison the figure is eight for Niamey and four for Maradi, Tahoua and Zinder. A notice of 48 hours is required by the airport as they man the security according to flights.
2.2.3 Niger Zinder International Airport
Airport Overview
Zinder has become an international airport. However, it has no regularly scheduled international flights the airport has the capacity to handle and clear international flights given a 48 hour notice. UNHAS currently has five scheduled flights per week to Zinder.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Niger |
Province or District |
Zinder |
Nearest Town or City |
Zinder DISTANCE (0 km / 1 km to city centre) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aéroport International de Zinder |
Latitude |
13.78397433 |
Longitude |
8.99027778 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
1 509 feet / 460 meters |
IATA Code |
ZND |
ICAO Code |
DRZR |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
ASECNA/AANN |
Management Contact Person |
+227 20 51 01 69 |
Open From (hours) |
05:30 |
Open To (hours) |
17:30 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
ANAC-Niger is the regulating authority with overall responsibility for the sector. Customs are under the authority of the Direction Générale des Douanes de la République du Niger. Handling is conducted by Aviation Handling Services (ANS). The freight companies based in Niamey can be called upon when required.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link:
4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
No publicly available figures. The below are estimated based on the current schedules of Niger Airlines and UNHAS.
Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
|
---|---|---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
30 |
25 |
<1 |
Total Passengers |
2 500 |
200 |
5 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
100mt |
>10mt |
<1mt |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
250 |
20 |
<1 |
Air cargo to Zinder is on an ad-hoc basis. Due to lack of specialised equipment there is limited capacity.
Runways
Able to accommodate B737/200.
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1 825m x 30m |
Orientation |
05/23 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helipad #1 |
|
---|---|
Present |
No |
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
|
Width and Length (m) |
|
Surface |
Airport Infrastructure Details
No major plans for upgrades have been announced.
Customs |
Yes (On request – 48h before arrival) |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes (On request – 48h before arrival) |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
No |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
- |
Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
- |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
No |
Base Operating Room |
- |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
No |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
No |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
737/200 |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
737/200 |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
5 000m2 |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
5 000m2 (open air - laterite) |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
No |
||
Other Comments |
Two trolleys and one tractor |
Customs Guidance
The customs officials will need to be contacted minimum 48 hours before arrival. Procedures and rules are described in the section linked below.
For more information on customs in NIGER, please see the following link:
Storage Facilities
There are currently an open storage capacity of about 5 000m2 open air storagespace at the airport.
Costs
Navigation Charges
In addition to the charges below there are passenger service charges of 1 500 XOF per departing passenger for domestic flights and 10 000 XOF per departing passenger for international tax. The latter also get applied a transportation tax of 8 500 XOF per passenger. Security charges are 1 000 XOF per passenger for domestic flights and 5 000 XOF per passenger for international flights.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
||
---|---|---|---|
0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
Maximum take-off weight in Certificate of Airworthiness and distance flown. For MTOW up to 14 tonnes, the charge payable is fixed at the rate of EUR 211.69 on international flights, EUR 88.14 on national flights and 84.99 on regional flights. |
||
Landing USD - $ |
International First 25 tonnes: 2 800 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 5 608 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 7 927 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 7 440 XOF / MT Domestic First 14 tonnes: 604 (min 1 529) XOF / MT From the l5th to the 25th tonne: 2 251 XOF / MT From the 26th to the 75th tonne: 4 492 XOF / MT From the 76th to the l50th tonne: 5 676 XOF / MT Over 150 tonnes: 5 309 XOF / MT Tourist aircraft weighing 2 tonnes or less: 1 529 XOF / MT |
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Night Landing USD - $ |
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Night Take-Off USD - $ |
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Parking |
PARKING CHARGES First two hours free; thereafter: Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Tariff on traffic aprons : 50 XOF Tariff other areas: 25 XOF Outside official opening hours for every two-hour period (first two hours free): 10 000 XOF
HANGAR CHARGES Aircraft Weight x hours x tariff: Aircraft used for commercial purposes: First 25 tonnes: 150 XOF Over 25 tonnes: 180 XOF Other aircraft: 50 F CFA per 500 kg per 24 hours or part thereof. |
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Handling Charges |
Low Intensity 73 401 XOF/MT |
Fuel Services Charges
Fuel charges are currently at 2 XOF per litre of fuel.
Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
2 XOF / Litre |
Avgas |
2 XOF / Litre |
Cargo Terminal Charges
Import Charges |
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Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
Handling Charge |
Low Intensity 73 401 XOF/MT |
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Break Bulk Fee |
50 XOF / KG |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
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Cold Storage Fee |
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Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Export |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
50 XOF / KG |
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International Air Waybill |
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Local Air Waybill |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Storage Charges per Day |
50 XOF / KG |
Three days grace period |
Air-bridge Charges
Aircrafts that are delayed for more than one hour will be charged at 15 % per 30 minutes, with a maximum of 60 % of the handling charges – if no prior advice has been given by the carrier six hours in advance. In case a departure is cancelled after all services have been executed, the handling company will charge the carrier by 60 % of the rate applied.
Security
The airport is not fenced in entirely. The security level indicated by ANAC is at four, for comparison the figure is eight for Niamey, six for Agadez and four for Maradi and Tahoua. A notice of 48 hours is required by the airport as they man the security according to flights.
2.2.4 Niger Maradi Airport
Airport Overview
Airport management and Cargo handling is done by AANN (Activités Aéronautiques Nationales du Niger). A 48 hour notice period is required before any flight. Flight permission may be obtained through the office of Civil Aviation in the Ministry of Transport who will notify AANN about the plane’s arrival.
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1 850m x 30m |
Runway Orientation |
085°/265° |
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway Condition |
OK |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
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---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
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2.2.5 Niger Tahoua Airport
Airport Overview
Airport management and Cargo handling is done by AANN (Activités Aéronautiques Nationales du Niger). A 48 hour notice period is required before any flight. Flight permission may be obtained through the office of Civil Aviation in the Ministry of Transport who will notify AANN about the plane’s arrival.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Niger |
Province or District |
Tahoua |
Nearest Town or City |
Tahoua DISTANCE (<1 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aérodrome de Tahoua |
Latitude |
14.87805556 |
Longitude |
5.27027778 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
1 266ft/386m |
IATA Code |
THZ |
ICAO Code |
DRRT |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
AANN |
Management Contact Person |
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NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
Yes. UNHAS |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
2 150m x 30m |
Runway Orientation |
061°/241° |
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway Condition |
OK |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
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Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
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2.2.6 Niger Diffa Airport
Airport Overview
Airport management and Cargo handling is done by AANN (Activités Aéronautiques Nationales du Niger). A 48 hour notice period is required before any flight. Flight permission may be obtained through the office of Civil Aviation in the Ministry of Transport who will notify AANN about the plane’s arrival. The Diffa airport has seen a large increase in use due to emergency operation in the region which has also increased military traffic.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Niger |
Province or District |
Diffa |
Nearest Town or City |
Diffa DISTANCE (5 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Aérodrome de Diffa |
Latitude |
13.37500000 |
Longitude |
12.64166667 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
994ft/303m |
IATA Code |
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ICAO Code |
DRZF |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
AANN |
Management Contact Person |
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NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
Yes. UNHAS |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
1 850m*30m |
Runway Orientation |
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Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway Condition |
OK |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
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---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
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Fuel Services Charges
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
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Jet A-1 |
2 XOF / Litre |
Avgas |
N/A |
2.3 Niger Road Network
The roads in Niger stretches about 18 950 kilometres. About 21 per cent of the roads are paved and classified as primary roads. Most of the paved roads can be found at the stretch between Niamey and Nguime, via Diffa, and the triangle consisting of Agadez, Zinder and Tahoua. Secondary roads make up around 13.5% and consist of lateral and gravel roads. Tertiary roads are about 7.5 per cent and are generally dirt roads. The remaining 58 per cent consists of rural tracks and trails. The road network is mostly developed in the south which is most densely populated and where most of the economic activity takes place. Agadez-Arlit is also reasonably developed as this is the centre of the uranium activity. The country itself is very large (1 267 000 km2) and distances between major towns can reach up to 1 500 kilometres. As there is neither railway nor domestic air service Niger is dependent and its road network to connect its major population centres and support economic activity. There is strong need for road rehabilitation and maintenance to keep up with economic development, but being last on the human development index, funding has been sufficient.
The main challenge and risk for bottlenecks are the state of the roads. Regional corridors on Nigerien territory are in poor condition. Reparations have been done on the Bella Gaya stretch, but the remaining stretch from Bella to Dosso is in bad shape. The Benin and Togo sides are not much better, about half the stretches remains unpaved. Improving the condition of the road network, both paved and unpaved, remains an important challenge. Financing the maintenance of road networks with low density and traffic is particularly challenging – this part of the road network will generally be more or less impassable during the wet season. Paved roads are normally well functioning, but at some stretches the surface has begun to erode and motorists have started to create side trails giving higher risk to delays and breakdowns. Secondary roads are normally in fair condition, but may be flooded in the wet season. The toughest challenges occur during the wet season when tracks and trails will be practically impassable. Although these places usually see little traffic they are often the places most in need of assistance in times of drought and short supply of food.
CAFER (Caisse Autonome de Financement de l’Entretien Routier) is the governmental entity charged with maintaining the roads. Nonetheless, CAFER is only responsible for about 10 000 kilometers which is just over half of the total road network. Of the paved roads CAFER estimates that half is in good condition, 40 per cent in fair condition while the rest is in poor condition. For the dirt roads that fall under CAFER’s responsibility over 20 per cent is characterized as in very poor condition. Not to mention the roads that are not under CAFER – these roads are supposed to be the responsibility of the Direction Générale de Pistes Rurales which so far has shown little proof of activity. CAFER gets some funding through the ministry of equipment, under which they belong, and they get some funds from road tolls which vehicles need to pay as a function of vehicle size, distance travelled and state of road. The majority of the funding for rehabilitation and maintenance is however provided by foreign agents – notably the World Bank, the European Union, BOAD (Banque Ouest Africain de Développement and the Chinese government.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
Distance Matrix
Km |
Niamey |
Agadez |
Diffa |
Maradi |
Tahoua |
Zinder |
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Niamey |
951 |
1 358 |
660 |
546 |
891 |
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Agadez |
951 |
912 |
749 |
405 |
445 |
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Diffa |
1 358 |
912 |
702 |
1 042 |
467 |
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Maradi |
660 |
749 |
702 |
344 |
235 |
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Tahoua |
546 |
405 |
1 042 |
344 |
575 |
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Zinder |
891 |
445 |
467 |
235 |
575 |
Travel time is based on average transit time by WFP commercial transporters in 2017. Quicker trajectories are possible.
Days |
Niamey |
Agadez |
Diffa |
Maradi |
Tahoua |
Zinder |
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Niamey |
7 |
5 |
4 |
2 |
3 |
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Agadez |
7 |
4 |
6 |
3 |
2 |
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Diffa |
5 |
4 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Maradi |
4 |
6 |
2 |
2 |
5 |
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Tahoua |
2 |
3 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Zinder |
3 |
2 |
2 |
5 |
2 |
Road Security
Road safety throughout Niger is a concern and humanitarian agencies generally forbid travel after dark due to elevated risk of accidents. Maintenance of paved infrastructure is perpetually behind needs. To illustrate any longer stretch of road undergoing work will generally expose potholes on the stretch before the entire stretch have been completed. Secondary roads are of poor quality and will in some areas be impassable during rainfall. Roadside emergency assistance is poor to non-existent. The main causes of accidents are driver carelessness and/or exhaustion, excessive speed, poorly maintained vehicles, and poor road surfaces. Other factors include the hazardous mix of transport trucks, bicycles, mopeds, unwary pedestrians, donkey carts, animals (cattle, goats, camels), and buses on roads that are generally damaged and poorly lit. Overloaded tractor-trailers, “bush taxis,” and disabled vehicles are additional dangers on rural roads, where speeds are generally higher.
Certain parts of Niger, notably the border areas to Mali and the Diffa region, notably south-east are security risks due to threat of violence. These parts requires armed escorts by the government. Field missions requires four-wheel-drive vehicles, which can create an additional security risk due to theft as these vehicles are high in demand. Driving at night is always hazardous and should be avoided. Banditry is a continuing problem in northern and eastern Niger, as well as along the border with Mali. There have been occasional car-jackings and highway robberies throughout the country.
While taxis are available at a fixed fare in Niamey, most are in poor condition, and do not meet basic road safety standards. Inter-city “bush-taxis” are available at negotiable fares, but these vehicles (minibuses, station wagons, and sedans) are generally older, unsafe models that are overloaded, poorly maintained, and driven by reckless operators seeking to save time and money. There are several bus companies operating inter-city traffic with a relatively modern fleet. There is some concern regarding the youth of drivers, lack of training, and the speed with which the private bus companies travel the Nigerien roads.
Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits
The axle road limits have been in place for many years and Niger increased the number and placement of weight bridges back in 2009. After a vigorous start the control of these limits dwindled down and was a period not a consideration for transporters. However, Nigerien authorities reinforced the control in 2017 to the lament of the transporters.
Axle load limits |
NIGER |
Transit Countries UEMOA |
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Truck with 2 axles |
18 MT |
18 MT |
Truck with 3 axles |
26 MT |
26 MT |
Truck with 4 axles |
31 MT |
31 MT |
Semi-trailer with 3 axles |
30 MT |
30 MT |
Semi-trailer with 4 axles |
38 MT |
38 MT |
Semi-trailer with 5 axles |
43 MT |
43 MT |
Semi-trailer with 6 axles |
51 MT |
51 MT |
Truck & drawbar trailer with 4 axles |
38 MT |
38 MT |
Truck & drawbar trailer with 5 axles |
46 MT |
46 MT |
Truck & drawbar trailer with 6 axles |
51 MT |
51 MT |
Truck & drawbar trailer with 7 axles |
51 MT |
51 MT |
Road Class and Surface Conditions
2.3.1 Niger Border Crossing of GAYA
Overview
Gaya hosts a Customs Office, the CNUT, Soniloga and representatives from the Police Sanitaire that are charged with controlling incoming goods. The processes normally run smoothly and can be expected to be completed within two (2) working days. Delays can arise due to problems with internet connection, and the crossing can in period be congested.
A perpetual challenge is the ratio of trucks with Nigerien registration that is enforced by the CNUT and transporters union. The rule is that two thirds (2/3) of trucks for any combined cargo should be registered in Niger. However, there is often not enough Nigerien trucks available at the ports to clear the cargo and Beninese trucks are generally cheaper. Thus the rule is often violated which can lead to problems when crossing.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
|
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Name of Border Crossing |
Malanville - Gaya |
Province or District |
Alibori Department (Benin) / Dosso Department (Niger) |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Gaya 7.5km Malanville 3.4km |
Latitude |
011.884049 |
Longitude |
003.397000 |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Niger Customs |
Contact Person |
Colonel Babayé (+227 96 98 68 89) |
Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Diori Hamani International Airport (Niamey) Distance in km: 227km Truck Travel Time: 3 Days Car Travel time: 4h37 |
Nearest Port |
Port Autonome de Cotonou 736km Truck Travel Time: 9 days Car Travel time: 10h30 |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Niamey 285km Truck Travel Time: 3 days Car Travel time: 4h50 |
Other Information
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Border Bridge crossing. Fuel stations available en route. |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
800 – 1730 |
Tuesdays |
800 – 1730 |
Wednesdays |
800 – 1730 |
Thursdays |
800 – 1730 |
Fridays |
800 – 1730 |
Saturdays |
800 – 1730 |
Sundays |
Closed |
National Holidays
|
2018: January 1; April 24; May 1; June 15; August 3, 22, 23; November 20; December 18. Muslim holidays subject to change according to lunar position. |
Seasonal Constraints |
Rainy season June to September |
Daily Capacity
There is a separate lane for private cars. Vehicles that are not carrying cargo will be charged between 30 USD and 60 USD depending on the type of vehicle by Soniloga. North of 100 vehicles crosses the border on a daily basis.
Customs Clearance
The Customs Office requires and invoice and packing list for the cargo. They will also require a BESC/ECTN (Bordereau Electronique de Suivi des Cargaisons / Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) if the goods are coming in through the ports. If the goods originate in the region at Certificate of origin with the value of the goods are required instead of the BESC/ECTN). The CNUT will check the waybills and that the ratio of Nigerien trucks is respected – 2/3 registered in Niger. La Police Sanitaire will check that food items have their phytosanitary certification.
Delays can be expected when the crossing is congested, import of food items peak around April to July. Connection issues are a recurrent problem that will cause delays. Otherwise not respecting the Nigerien truck ratio can block the trucks at the border.
Each truck is charged USD 10 for customs declaration and an additional USD 10 for extra-legal labour. On top of this comes phytosanitary fees of USD 1 per metric ton and an escort fee by destination, in USD:
Dosso |
Niamey |
Maradi |
Tillabery |
Arlit |
Azelik |
Konni |
Magaria |
Agadez |
Zinder |
Malbaza |
Tahoua |
Diffa |
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50 |
50 |
150 |
110 |
350 |
254 |
134 |
310 |
290 |
280 |
134 |
174 |
364 |
For more information on customs in NIGER, please see the following link:
Other Relevant Information
Trucks and containers are not opened and inspected at the crossing. This is performed at the regional Customs Offices where the goods are destined. For this reason the process is relatively fluid and will normally be done within 48 hours maximum.
There is no weighing at Gaya. This control is performed in Dosso.
Goods intended for transit through Niger needs transit authorisation to be let through. Pharmaceutical goods needs special import permit that can be obtained from the Health Ministry. Dangerous goods also requires special import permit.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
2.3.2 Niger Border Crossing of Torodi
Overview
The crossing at Torodi is set up the same way as the one at Gaya and share the same challenges.
Torodi hosts a Customs Office, the CNUT, Soniloga and representatives from the Police Sanitaire that are charged with controlling incoming goods. The processes normally run smoothly and can be expected to be completed within two working days. Delays can arise due to problems with internet connection, and the crossing can in period be congested.
A perpetual challenge is the ratio of trucks with Nigerien registration that is enforced by the CNUT and transporters union. The rule is that two thirds (2/3) of trucks for any combined cargo should be registered in Niger. However, there is often not enough Nigerien trucks available at the ports to clear the cargo and Togolese trucks are generally cheaper. Thus the rule is often violated which can lead to problems when crossing.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
|
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Name of Border Crossing |
Kantchari – Torodi |
Province or District |
Kantchari Department (Benin) / Say Department (Niger) |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Torodi 46.4km Kantchari 33.4km |
Latitude |
012.738708 |
Longitude |
001.633797 |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Niger Customs |
Contact Person |
Commandant Amaber (+227 96 00 70 00) |
Travel Times |
|
---|---|
Nearest International Airport |
Diori Hamani International Airport (Niamey) Distance in km: 116km Truck Travel Time: 1 day Car Travel time: 1h43 |
Nearest Port |
Port Autonome de Lomé 970km Truck Travel Time: 14 days Car Travel time: 14h14 |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Niamey 109km Truck Travel Time: 1 day Car Travel time: 1h39 |
Other Information
|
Fuel stations available en route. |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
800 – 1730 |
Tuesdays |
800 – 1730 |
Wednesdays |
800 – 1730 |
Thursdays |
800 – 1730 |
Fridays |
800 – 1730 |
Saturdays |
800 – 1730 |
Sundays |
Closed |
National Holidays
|
2018: January 1; April 24 ; May 1; June 15; August 3, 22, 23; November 20; December 18. Muslim holidays subject to change according to lunar position. |
Seasonal Constraints |
Rainy season June to September |
Daily Capacity
There is a separate lane for private cars. Vehicles that are not carrying cargo will be charged between 30 USD and 60 USD depending on the type of vehicle by Soniloga. Around 30 vehicles passes on a daily basis.
Customs Clearance
The Customs Office requires and invoice and packing list for the cargo. They will also require a BESC/ECTN (Bordereau Electronique de Suivi des Cargaisons / Electronic Cargo Tracking Note) if the goods are coming in through the ports. If the goods originate in the region at Certificate of origin with the value of the goods are required instead of the BESC/ECTN). The CNUT will check the waybills and that the ratio of Nigerien trucks is respected – 2/3 registered in Niger. La Police Sanitaire will check that food items have their phytosanitary certification.
Delays can be expected when the crossing is congested, import of food items peak around April to July. Connection issues are a recurrent problem that will cause delays. Otherwise not respecting the Nigerien truck ratio can block the trucks at the border.
Each truck is charged USD 10 for customs declaration and an additional USD 10 for extra-legal labour. On top of this comes phytosanitary fees of USD 1 per metric ton and an escort fee by destination, in USD:
Dosso |
Niamey |
Maradi |
Tillabery |
Arlit |
Azelik |
Konni |
Magaria |
Agadez |
Zinder |
Malbaza |
Tahoua |
Diffa |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
62 |
22 |
222 |
82 |
358 |
182 |
142 |
302 |
298 |
302 |
142 |
182 |
406 |
For more information on customs, please see the following link:
Other Relevant Information
Trucks and containers are not opened and inspected at the crossing. This is performed at the regional Customs Offices where the goods are destined. For this reason the process is relatively fluid and will normally be done within 48 hours maximum.
Control of weigh with respect to the load limit of the trucks is performed at Makalondi, before arriving at Torodi.
Goods intended for transit through Niger needs transit authorisation to be let through. Pharmaceutical goods needs special import permit that can be obtained from the Health Ministry. Dangerous goods also requires special import permit.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
2.4 Niger Railway Assessment
A railway connecting Niger to a seaport has been a long running pipedream for Niger for which a railway would facilitate the import and export of goods and the control thereof. A railway was constructed in 1936 between Cotonou and Parakou. The hope has ever since been to complete the track to Niamey, and further to connect with the Abidjan-Ouagadougou line. An organisation between Niger and Benin (Organisation Commune Bénin Niger - OCBN) was created in 1959 to achieve this but had little to nothing to show for. Hope was kindled in 2008 when a tender was launched for the completion of the track to Niamey. This tender was won by Pétrolin, a Benin company with no experience with railways. No development was made until 2013 when a new agreement was signed by Niger and Benin and OCBN was replaced by Benirail and financing model put in place. Material for the laying of tracks was procured and imported, but no tracks actually laid. The rail way workers not being paid and understandingly refuses to work for free. Losing patience with Pétrolin the former are replaced by Bolloré who takes over the rail way workers through Benirail and pays out 20 months of back-salary. Work is begun and tracks have been laid connection Niamey to Dosso (140km). A train station is constructed and a train set is brought in. Niamey-Dosso is inaugurated January 2016 taking passengers from Dosso to Niamey, in due time for the election. Meanwhile Pétrolin has contested Bolloré’s takeover in Benin courts and wins it first case in November 19, 2015. The decision was challenged but the Supreme Court of Benin upheld the decision in October, 2017. Rail way workers reacted to the decision by signing a petition to protest the removal of Bolloré and ever since no progress has been made. Speculations are ripe concerning the financial capability of Pétrolin to see the project through, and several propositions for consortiums have been aired and rejected. The project is at a stalemate and there is no indication that the deadlock will be broken in the foreseeable future.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
Travel Time Matrix
No trains are currently operating on the track between Dosso and Niamey.
Railway Companies and Consortia
Benirail is the consortium (80% owned by Bolloré, 10% Niger, 10% Benin) that is created to achieve and oversee the railway. Bolloré and Pétrolin have been the managing contractors, where the latter is in control at this time.
For more information on railway company contact details, please see the following link:
4.9 Railway Companies Contact List
Capacity Table
No companies are operating on the line.
Operator / Company Name |
|
---|---|
Lines Operates On |
None |
Max Train Length and / or Pulling Capacity |
N/A |
Locomotives |
N/A |
Covered Freight Wagons Size (m) |
N/A |
Flatbed Freight Wagons Size (m) |
N/A |
High-sided Freight Wagons Size (m) |
N/A |
Drop-side Freight Wagons Size (m) |
N/A |
Key Route Information
Route A From - To |
|
---|---|
Track Gauge |
|
Ruling Gradient |
|
Total Track Distance |
140km |
Type of Rail |
Single track, welded |
Type of Sleeper and Fastenings |
|
Total Track Travel Time |
Unknown |
Maintenance |
Marginal |
Companies / Consortiums Operating on Line |
None |
Traffic Frequency |
None |
Security |
Bad |
Main Stations |
Niamey, Dosso |
Key Stations
Niamey |
Dosso |
|
---|---|---|
Location |
Niamey |
Dosso |
Contact Information |
N/A |
N/A |
Connections with Other Transport Means |
Road |
Road |
Storage Capacity (m2 and m3) |
N/A |
N/A |
Handling Equipment |
N/A |
N/A |
Handling Capacity |
N/A |
N/A |
Other Comments |
Not in operation |
Not in operation |
2.5 Niger Waterways Assessment
The Niger river is navigable 300km from Gaya to Niamey from mid-December to March. However shallows prevent anything but small draft African canoes. The river is not deemed navigable from Niamey to the East. There is negligible transport of passengers and cargo on the river and is not suitable for transport of humanitarian cargo.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link:
Company Information
No companies are operating on the river. Particulars will ferry passengers across the river and transport cargo grown by the river, especially melons.
For more information on waterway company contact details, please see the following link:
2.6 Niger Storage Assessment
Most warehouses kept by the government and commercial actors are made in concrete. WFP and other humanitarian agencies will also hold a significant number of mobile warehouses, or rub-halls, as this allows for a higher degree of flexibility.
Overall it is relatively easy to find storage space in the larger cities. During the wet season demand is at its highest as merchants will seek to better protect their stock. Not all warehouses will comply with WFP standards though. The main issues tend to be accessibility and overall structure integrity. Currently there is a lack of storage space in the Diffa region where security issues imposes restraints, at the same time as humanitarian needs have increased massively since the displacements provoked by Boko Haram.
For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link:
4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
Commercial Storage
There are several commercial warehouses available. The majority of which are located in Niamey and Maradi which are the economic centres and hubs for transit. However, many private warehouses are not able to meet WFP’s standards for storage of food and may only be relied upon in times of crisis.
Location |
Owner |
Available for Rent |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Diffa |
Elh Moussa Ado |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Dosso |
Nabassa TPR |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
Mahaman Bassirou Dan Gara Souley |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
Mahaman CHAOUEYE |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
C.C.N.I/Kango |
Yes |
7 500 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
EtsLabba Halilou et Fils |
Yes |
5 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
Societe des huiles OLGA |
Yes |
10 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
Alpha Oumar |
Yes |
7 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
Tsayabou |
Yes |
4 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Magaria |
Elh.Sabiou Mamah |
Yes |
4 200 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Matameye |
ANSP |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Niamey |
Swiss Africa (Phillip Ravinet) |
Yes |
6 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Niamey |
Boureima |
Yes |
800 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Niamey |
Wonkoye |
Yes |
800 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Tahoua |
Frere Oumadah |
Yes |
3 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Tahoua |
Ets Moussa Rambazo |
Yes |
5 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Zinder |
Elh. Abdourahaman Saidou Commerciant |
Yes |
5 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
Zinder |
Feu Hamissou Adamou |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations
The government warehouse network for school feeding has been put to disposition of WFP which has further increased capacity on the land by constructing additional warehouses and erecting Mobile Storage Units (MSUs). Including rented warehouses and public warehouses WFP currently has a capacity of 43 350 MT.
The Red Cross International prefers to run their own facilities. They have built a main depot in Niamey and are investigating the possibility to build another as demand is high in connection with the Mali crisis. Further they maintain sub-depots in Maradi and Zinder. The Red Cross stores food and non-food items, the latter consisting of mosquito nets, blankets, can and similar goods destined for humanitarian intervention. MSF maintains a network of warehouses with cooling capacities that are further described in the cold chain section below. MSF stores medicine, vaccines and medical equipment.
With regard to sharing possibilities it is uncommon except in emergencies when this is coordinated by the Logistical Cluster. With the increased focus towards Partnerships this likely to open up more. WFP is currently establishing new routines and procedures for service provision to this effect.
Location |
Organization |
Sharing Possibility |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Agadez |
WFP |
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Appears intact |
|
Diffa |
WFP |
650 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Apppears intact |
|
Diffa |
WFP |
|
2 700 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Maradi |
WFP |
|
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Apppears intact |
Maradi |
WFP |
|
3 400 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Maradi |
Red Cross |
|
500 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Niamey |
WFP |
|
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Apppears intact |
Niamey |
WFP |
|
1 500 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Niamey |
MSF |
|
1 000MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Niamey |
Red Cross |
|
8 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Niamey |
Unicef |
|
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Tahoua |
WFP |
|
900 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Apppears intact |
Tahoua |
WFP |
|
4 500 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Tahoua |
CRIN |
Yes |
1 000 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Tillabéry |
WFP |
|
500 MT |
Concrete |
Raised-siding |
Apppears intact |
Zinder |
WFP |
|
5 500 MT |
Rub-hall |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
Zinder |
Red Cross |
|
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
Flat |
Apppears intact |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Public Sector Storage
OPVN is the governmental entity who runs most of the governmental warehouses. They maintain the national security stock of food and will intervene with sales of food at reduced prices or straight out donations. The strategy set is to be able to cover the alimentary needs for 20 per cent of the population for three months in the event of a food crisis. OPVN are present with warehouses in all major population centers in Niger and there warehouses are normally conform to WFP’s standards. OPVN has a total capacity of about 90 000 MT, about 65 000 MT of which is designated for the national security stock. The remaining space (25 000 MT) is made available for food storage for UN agencies and NGO. WFP has priority for free space in times of crisis.
DREBA (Direction Regional des Enseignements de Base et de l’ Alphabétisation) is a governmental entity in charge of primary education and IEB (Inspection de l'Enseignement de Base) is its prolonged arm. They have set up a number of warehouses that were originally used to support a school feeding program. As time progressed many of these warehouses have been opened for partners such as WFP.
Location |
Ministry / Agency |
Use Possibility |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Agadez |
IEB |
Yes |
500 MT |
Concrete |
Appears intact |
|
Agadez |
OPVN |
Yes |
4 000 MT |
Concrete |
Appears intact |
|
Dakoro |
OPVN |
Yes |
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Diffa |
IEB |
Yes |
500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Diffa |
OPVN |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Dosso |
IEB |
Yes |
500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Dosso |
OPVN |
Yes |
11 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Doutchi |
OPVN |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Konni |
OPVN |
Yes |
7 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Madaoua |
OPVN |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Maine |
OPVN |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Maradi |
DREBA |
Yes |
300 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Maradi |
IEB |
Yes |
500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Maradi |
OPVN |
Yes |
9 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
N’Guigmi |
OPVN |
Yes |
2 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Niamey |
IEB |
Yes |
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Niamey |
IEB |
Yes |
500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Niamey (Lazaret) |
OPVN |
Yes |
16 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Niamey (Gamkalle) |
OPVN |
Yes |
4 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Niamey (Route Torodi) |
OPVN |
Yes |
4 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Ouallam |
OPVN |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Tahoua |
OPVN |
Yes |
5 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Tahoua |
IEB |
Yes |
1 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Tanout |
OPVN |
Yes |
3 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Tessaoua |
OPVN |
Yes |
3 500 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Tillabéry |
OPVN |
Yes |
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Zinder |
IEB |
Yes |
1 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
Zinder |
OPVN |
Yes |
9 000 MT |
Concrete |
|
Appears intact |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Cold Chain
The ONPPC (Office National des Produits Pharmaceutiques et Chimiques du Niger) oversees pharmaceutical and chemicals in Niger. They have regional warehouses in Niamey, Tahoua and Zinder with cooling facilities for storing vaccines and medicine.
Integrated health centers maintains a cold chain for medicine throughout the country. Generally most integrated health centres (CSI – Centres de Santés Intégrés) will have a working refrigerator at its disposal – which is the how the Niger healt authorities defines cold chain coverage. This cover rate 96.25% for the country with the distant regions of Agadez and Diffa seeing 84% and 90%, and for some peculiar reason Niamey city at just 81%. The smaller health centres (CS - Cas de Santé) which provide more basic care and are located in more remote places the coverage is just at 15% nationwide and practically non-existent in the regions of Agadez, Diffa, Dosso and Tillabéry.[1]
Médecins Sans Frontières maintain a large cold chain capacity, particularly in Maradi. In Niamey LABOREX has the capacity to store up to 200 000 liters.
Location |
Organization / Owner |
Type [1] |
Cooling / Power [2] |
Quantity |
Total Capacity (m³) |
Condition |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Freezer |
Unspecified |
31 |
511 |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Refrigerator |
Unspecified |
36 |
536 |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Cooler |
Unspecified |
95 |
132.2 |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Door Vaccine |
Unspecified |
325 |
5.2 |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Cold accumulator |
Unspecified |
5 475 |
0.6 |
Appears intact |
Maradi |
MSF/B |
Cold accumulator |
Unspecified |
7 872 |
0.4 |
Appears intact |
Niamey |
LABOREX |
Cold chain |
Unspecified |
|
200 000 liters |
Appears intact |
Niamey |
ONPPC |
|
Unspecified |
|
|
Appears intact |
Niamey (Airport) |
|
Cold chain |
Unspecified |
|
|
Appears intact |
Tahoua |
ONPPC |
|
Unspecified |
|
|
Appears intact |
Zinder |
ONPPC |
|
Unspecified |
|
|
Appears intact |
[1] Cold Room Positive, Cold Room Negative, Refrigerator, Freezer,
[2] Compression, Absorption, Solar, Other, unspecified
2.7 Niger Milling Assessment
Milling companies in Niger are mostly small scale local mills. In 2014 investment was made in wheat milling factory in Niger that is now operational. Les Grand Moulins Du Ténéré (GMT NIGER SA) is part of Group Sahel, a Malian based company that also operates mills in Burkina Faso.
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link:
4.6 Niger Storage and Milling Company Contact List
Milling Company LES GRANDS MOULINS DU TENERE (GMT NIGER SA)
GMT is a mill uniquely for wheat that it processes for the Nigerien market. GMT has a milling capacity of 40 000mt for per year for flour and around 7 000mt per year for wheat for animal fodder.
Company Name and Address |
Contact Names and Email |
Telephone and Fax |
---|---|---|
LES GRANDS MOULINS DU TENERE (GMT NIGER SA) Zone Industrielle Gamkallé, BP 12084Niamey |
Name: André Pare Title: Director |
Tel: +227 20 74 16 10 / +227 90 33 15 16 Fax: |
Summary of Role and Services |
||
Milling company for wheat for flour and animal fodder. |
Access |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Distance from Main Town (km) |
Niamey (0km) |
||
Travel Time if not Located in Town (hours) |
N/A |
||
Road Condition to Mill |
Mediocre |
||
Road Limitations (if any) |
None |
||
Rail Connections |
No |
||
On the Railway From |
N/A |
To |
N/A |
Other Comments |
|
Milling Capacity |
||
---|---|---|
Commodities |
Daily Capacity (MT) |
Yearly Capacity (MT) |
Wheat |
120 |
40 000 |
Maize |
0 |
0 |
Storage Capacity |
||
---|---|---|
Storage in Metric Tons |
Wheat – Covered (MT) |
Flour – Covered (MT) |
Within the Compound |
5 000 |
500 |
Outside the Compound |
0 |
0 |