Namport handles 8 million tonnes of cargo

The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) set a new record by handling 8 million tonnes of cargo during the financial year, which ended 31 March 2024. This is a notable 4% increase from the amount of cargo handled of 7.7 million tonnes in the previous financial year. The major contributor is the exportation of goods, including salt, copper concentrate, bagged salt, frozen fish, manganese ore, and zinc/lead concentrate. Specifically, bulk salt saw a growth of 10%, copper concentrate increased by 12%, salt bagged by 1%, frozen fish by 29%, manganese ore increased to 15.7%, zinc/lead concentrates grew by 2.9%, and marble increased by 41%. During the financial year 2023/2024, there were significant increases in the importation of various commodities. Notably, petroleum surged, representing a substantial 26% increase. Other imported commodities also experienced noteworthy growth, including copper concentrate, ammonium nitrate, wheat, ship spares, and steel. Additionally, Namport recorded a commendable 7.9% increase in the importation of goods in comparison to the previous financial year. During the financial period ended, the number of vessels calling at the Namibian ports surged by 29% year on year, escalating from 1 636 to 2 115 calls, primarily driven by increased activity across various vessel categories, including foreign tugs, dry bulk vessels, containerized vessels, foreign fishing vessels, petroleum vessels, Namibian fishing vessels, research vessels, and general vessels. The financial year under review also recorded an increased occupancy rate of syncrolift facilities. The repair jetties’ occupancy rose from 64% to 96%, while bay occupancy lagged at 47% compared to 52% in the previous financial year.Elias Mwenyo, the Namport executive for commercial services, stated that the success of Namport’s operations can be attributed to building and maintaining solid relationships with key stakeholders such as the Walvis Bay Corridor Group, shipping lines, cargo owners, government agencies, and the larger port community. “The dedication of Namport’s workforce and the confidence customers place in utilizing the amenities and services provided by the Ports Authority. “This collaboration is crucial for the long-term success and sustainability of the port. We remain unwavering in our commitment to becoming the best-performing seaports in Africa.”

Namport handles 8 million tonnes of cargo

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