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(19 articles)Dangote Group Expands Maritime Influence with 600+ Vessel Port Operations
The Dangote Group is positioning itself as a major driver of Nigeria's maritime and logistics infrastructure, with over 600 vessels calling at its dedicated refinery port. The company will showcase it
Maersk Expands IMEA Capacity: Gulf Air, West Africa and Saudi Landbridge
Maersk has announced updates to its Indian Ocean and Middle East Africa (IMEA) operations, including expanded air capacity from the Gulf, enhanced West Africa network services, and integration of the
Lagos Port Congestion Threatens Nigeria Trade Despite N4.6tn Revenue
Lagos Port is experiencing congestion that threatens to undermine trade gains despite generating N4.6 trillion in revenue. The port congestion creates operational bottlenecks that may delay cargo clea
Dangote Refinery Reshapes West Africa Tanker Market Amid Port Delays
The Dangote Refinery in Nigeria is fundamentally restructuring West African petroleum logistics by reversing traditional shipping patterns. With 700,000 barrels processed daily and plans for expansion
Ghana Ministry Tackles Port Delays with Customs Clearance Reform
Ghana's Ministry of Finance is convening a stakeholder engagement on October 21, 2026, to address persistent cargo delays and rising costs at Tema Port, following complaints from the Importers and Exp
DP World and peers surge into Africa with $90M+ port investments
Major global terminal operators including DP World, MSC, and APMT are rapidly expanding their port infrastructure across Africa, signaling confidence in the continent's long-term trade potential. DP W
Ghana Port Congestion: GUTA and Operators Push for Better Flow
Port stakeholders in Ghana, including GUTA (Ghana Union of Traders Association) and port operators, are calling for measures to address cargo congestion and improve cargo flow efficiency. The push sug
DP World builds $7bn deep-sea port in Nigeria to boost West Africa trade
DP World and the Ogun State government have announced a USD 7 billion investment to construct a deep-sea port in Nigeria, marking a major infrastructure push to enhance West African port capacity and
Ghana Faces Cargo Loss to Côte d'Ivoire Amid Port Delays
Ghana's port infrastructure is facing a critical operational challenge as persistent congestion threatens to redirect significant cargo volumes to neighboring Côte d'Ivoire. This competitive shift rep
Fuel Delivery Delays Cost Ghana $60M in Demurrage Charges
Ghana has incurred approximately $60 million in demurrage charges due to persistent fuel delivery delays, according to analysis by CUTS International. This substantial financial burden reveals systemi
Nigeria's freight market challenges: infrastructure gaps limiting global competitiveness
Nigeria faces significant structural barriers in competing for global freight market share, particularly around port infrastructure, regulatory efficiency, and logistics integration. The article highl
Ghana Ports Face Cargo Loss Risk Amid Congestion Pressures
Ghana's primary gateway ports are at risk of losing significant cargo volumes to competing West African facilities, particularly the Port of Abidjan in Côte d'Ivoire, due to persistent port congestion
Ghana's Tema Port Tackles Congestion Crisis With New Initiatives
Tema Port, Ghana's primary maritime gateway, is experiencing significant congestion that threatens regional cargo movement and supply chain fluidity. The Ghanaian government has intervened with operat
Ghana Invests in Tema Port Infrastructure to Relieve Cargo Congestion
Ghana's government has announced plans to upgrade infrastructure at Tema Port, West Africa's busiest container terminal, to alleviate chronic cargo congestion that has constrained regional trade flows
Nigeria's Port Charges & Delays Threaten Regional Maritime Hub Status
Nigeria's aspiration to establish itself as a dominant maritime hub in West Africa is being compromised by structural challenges: excessive port charges and persistent operational delays. According to
Tema Port Congestion Threatens Ghana's Trade Flow as Cargo Volumes Surge
The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has initiated an investigation into escalating congestion at Tema Port, Ghana's primary maritime gateway, as incoming cargo volumes continue to rise. This developmen
dmg events Launches West Africa Warehousing & Logistics Expo
dmg events, a major events and publishing company serving the logistics and supply chain sectors, is pushing for regional expansion through the launch of a West Africa Warehousing & Logistics Expo. Th
Ghana Freight Forwarders Push for Container Charge Cap Enforcement
Ghana's freight forwarding sector is mobilizing to enforce compliance with the GH¢720 container charge cap, signaling persistent challenges with port fee governance in West Africa. The industry's dema
GENMA Deploys Floating Transhipment System for West Africa
GENMA has commissioned a floating transhipment system designed to enhance cargo handling capabilities across West Africa's maritime infrastructure. This infrastructure investment addresses capacity co