Mozambique: Thousands of eggs incinerated in Maputo - Lusa
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DP World Maputo, which has the concession to manage, develop, and operate the Maputo container terminal in Mozambique, has once again welcomed Santa Catarina, the largest container vessel to visit the port.
The vessel completed a volume interchange of TEUs 9,314 (Twenty Foot Equivalent Units), nearly tripling the terminal’s previous highest container volume from a single vessel, highlighting its capability as a world-class gateway to Southern Africa and beyond. DP World Maputo also handled more than 20 000 TEUs during the past month, compared to the previous record of just over 18 300 TEUs achieved in September 2019.
DP World’s investment of $90 million supported the transformation of the port’s processes and capabilities, including new equipment and digital solutions. This, paired with ongoing development of staff, has enabled the terminal to handle some of the largest Southern Africa bound vessels.
Due to its larger capacity, the port has significantly cut down on vessel waiting times, meaning maximum reliability for importers and exporters.
Christian Roeder, Chief Executive Officer at DP World Maputo, said: “Thanks to the transformative upgrades at the port, DP World Maputo is continuing our growth strategy to offer the efficient gateway for Southern Africa customers. Our newly improved infrastructure and dedicated team mean that we can handle a new scale of operations, effectively, and with minimal waiting times. DP World Maputo is well placed to be a facilitator for global trade in the region, ensuring a long-lasting positive impact on the economy and society.”
About DP World
We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.
We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across seven continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 134 countries are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focussing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.
We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.
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