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The Port of Maputo has embarked on a pivotal stage of its modernization agenda, supported by an ambitious investment package of USD 500 million scheduled for implementation over the next three years. According to President Daniel Chapo, these upgrades will significantly elevate Mozambique’s standing on both the regional and global logistics map, transforming the port into a strategic hub for Southern Africa and beyond.
President Chapo emphasized that the Maputo Port Development Company (MPDC) and its partners are undertaking extensive infrastructure works designed to reshape the country’s logistics landscape. He noted that these efforts will not only enhance the port’s competitiveness but also deliver meaningful economic benefits for Mozambique and its citizens.
Among the key improvements highlighted by the President are:
- Container handling capacity is set to rise to over 500,000 TEUs, strengthening Maputo’s ability to process growing volumes of cargo.
- Coal terminal upgrades will boost throughput to 15 million tons, reinforcing Mozambique’s role in regional mineral export corridors.
- The General Cargo Terminal will expand its capacity to more than 15 million tons, supporting diversified trade flows.
Speaking during a visit to the port facilities, Chapo reiterated the government’s expectation that USD 500 million in investments will be rolled out within the next three years. These funds, he said, will support the expansion and modernization of multiple terminals, substantially increase the port’s operational efficiency and handle potential.
The President also revealed that several structural projects are in advanced stages of preparation and are expected to begin next year. These include:
- A new dredging initiative to deepen the access channel to under 16 meters, enabling the port to accommodate larger vessels and align its infrastructure with some of the biggest ports in the region and globally.
- The reconstruction of more than 400 meters of quay, a move aimed at improving safety, durability, and resilience across the port’s critical infrastructure.
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Chapo affirmed that these transformative investments mark a decisive step in consolidating Mozambique’s position as a major transport and logistics corridor, unlocking new opportunities for trade, growth, and regional integration.