Beira Port Development
USD 450.00M
Total Cost
37.5%
Progress
4
Stakeholders
1
Countries
Pre-Feasibility
Project Stage
Project Overview
Comprehensive modernization and expansion of Beira Port facilities to enhance capacity, efficiency, and resilience, strengthening its role as a key gateway for Mozambique and landlocked countries in the region. The project includes rehabilitation and expansion of cargo terminals, deepening of access channels and berths, modernization of port handling equipment, development of logistics zones, and implementation of digital port management systems.
Key Objectives
Expand cargo handling capacity at Beira Port to meet growing regional trade demands; improve operational efficiency through modernized infrastructure and equipment; deepen access channels to accommodate larger vessels and reduce maritime transport costs; enhance port resilience against climate chang...
Strategic Importance
Beira Port serves as a critical maritime gateway not only for central Mozambique but also for multiple landlocked countries in the region, making it an essential component of the regional transport network.
Technical Specifications
Technology: The project will employ modern port design and operational technologies appropriate for Beira's specific conditions. Key design elements include clima...
Capacity: The expanded port will have capacity for approximately 18 million tons of cargo annually, including:...
Capacity: The expanded port will have capacity for approximately 18 million tons of cargo annually, including:...
Financing Structure
The project will employ a blended financing approach combining: public financing through concessional loans from multilateral development banks (AfDB, World Bank); climate finance ...
Market Analysis
Beira Port currently handles approximately 8 million tons of cargo annually, with severe capacity constraints limiting growth. Demand analysis indicates potential for 15-18 million tons annually by 2035 based on regional economic growth projections and trade patterns.
Investment Opportunities
Significant opportunities exist for private sector participation in terminal operations and management, cargo handling equipment provision, logistics services development, warehousing and distribution facilities, port service provision (pilotage, towage, bunkering), and digital systems implementation.
Key Stakeholders
Sponsor: Mozambique Ports and Railways Authority (CFM), SADC
Partners: Mozambique Ports and Railways Authority (CFM), Ministry of Transport and Communications (Mozambique)...
Partners: Mozambique Ports and Railways Authority (CFM), Ministry of Transport and Communications (Mozambique)...
For More Information, Contact:
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org