Official Publication Of The Port Management Association Of Eastern & Southern Africa

OurPorts PMAESA

Issue 1 - 2009 Vol. 6Official Publication of The Port Management Association of Eastern & Southern Africa

Shipping: Is the recession ending?

Regional Integration

Greening Africa Ports

Piracy

StatisticsNdua now IAPH President

Issue 4 2008 3

Editorial Team Contents

Contacts:

Njuguna Mutonya

dmutonya@pmaesa.org

Mubarak Adam

msodha@pmaesa.org

Address:

P. O. Box 99209 - 80107,

Mombasa - KENYA

Tel: +254 41 222 3245

Fax: +254 41 222 8344

Email: pmaesa@pmaesa.org

Website: www.pmaesa.org

PUBLISHERJerome Ntibarekerwa

EDITORNjuguna Mutonya

CONTRIBUTORS Anissa Ali Ahmed [Port of Djibouti]Barney Curtis [FESARTA]Bernard Osero [Kenya]Isaac Onyango [PMAESA]Jemimah Mwanyumba [CIOA]Jo-Ann Stevens [Namport]Lihle Dhlamini [Kwa-Zulu Natal]Narad Dawoodarry [Mauritius]Selma Schwartz [TRANSNET]Sylvan Mghanga [Kenya]Wilfred Edwin

PHOTOGRAPHY Anissa Ali AhmedEthan ChorinJoseph OkangaMilton Mwaivu

DESIGN & LAYOUTMubarak Adam [PMAESA]

CIRCULATIONJean Rukankama [PMAESA]

ADMINISTRATIONLucy Onyango [PMAESA]

ADVERTISINGPMAESA Secretariat

PMAESA

Issue 4 2008 2

The complexities of the dynamic shipping world

call for fresh approaches as the international

economy gets more and more entangled.

From climate change to piracy and the

unnerving global economic crunch, it all calls for

more collaboration between the stakeholders.

The landmark intervention by the world's

greatest economy under Barrack Obama's administration is adequate

proof that it cannot be business as usual any longer.

The interventions that will be put in the maritime sector will also

determine the future of most players and so far, some of those who

have adopted complacency have been obliterated in the unfolding

tsunami.

Between these pages, we have tried to present an open-ended look

at some of the issues and efforts to resolve them.

There are no answers yet but the emerging message is clear -

change or die!

Thank you and please read on.

Editor

6

8

10

14

17

20

26

32

38

Wellness Centre Opens

Green Ports Initiative

Regional Integration Meeting

The Global Crunch

Women in Ports

PMAESA Statistics

CIOA Chapter Launched

Piracy News

Ndua IAPH President

Editor’s Note

Issue 4 2008 3

Editorial Team Contents

Contacts:

Njuguna Mutonya

dmutonya@pmaesa.org

Mubarak Adam

msodha@pmaesa.org

Address:

P. O. Box 99209 - 80107,

Mombasa - KENYA

Tel: +254 41 222 3245

Fax: +254 41 222 8344

Email: pmaesa@pmaesa.org

Website: www.pmaesa.org

PUBLISHERJerome Ntibarekerwa

EDITORNjuguna Mutonya

CONTRIBUTORS Anissa Ali Ahmed [Port of Djibouti]Barney Curtis [FESARTA]Bernard Osero [Kenya]Isaac Onyango [PMAESA]Jemimah Mwanyumba [CIOA]Jo-Ann Stevens [Namport]Lihle Dhlamini [Kwa-Zulu Natal]Narad Dawoodarry [Mauritius]Selma Schwartz [TRANSNET]Sylvan Mghanga [Kenya]Wilfred Edwin

PHOTOGRAPHY Anissa Ali AhmedEthan ChorinJoseph OkangaMilton Mwaivu

DESIGN & LAYOUTMubarak Adam [PMAESA]

CIRCULATIONJean Rukankama [PMAESA]

ADMINISTRATIONLucy Onyango [PMAESA]

ADVERTISINGPMAESA Secretariat

PMAESA

Issue 4 2008 2

The complexities of the dynamic shipping world

call for fresh approaches as the international

economy gets more and more entangled.

From climate change to piracy and the

unnerving global economic crunch, it all calls for

more collaboration between the stakeholders.

The landmark intervention by the world's

greatest economy under Barrack Obama's administration is adequate

proof that it cannot be business as usual any longer.

The interventions that will be put in the maritime sector will also

determine the future of most players and so far, some of those who

have adopted complacency have been obliterated in the unfolding

tsunami.

Between these pages, we have tried to present an open-ended look

at some of the issues and efforts to resolve them.

There are no answers yet but the emerging message is clear -

change or die!

Thank you and please read on.

Editor

6

8

10

14

17

20

26

32

38

Wellness Centre Opens

Green Ports Initiative

Regional Integration Meeting

The Global Crunch

Women in Ports

PMAESA Statistics

CIOA Chapter Launched

Piracy News

Ndua IAPH President

Editor’s Note

Issue 1 2009 5

The Way Forward

emphasized and that is why we are December.constantly reminding our mem- Let me take this opportunity to bers of the necessity of regularly invite our stakeholders to the engaging with one another to conference to participate in the exchange ideas to make our work land-mark step to make our ports more efficient. internationally compliant with the

Even as we concentrate on the already stipulated international ports, we must also continue to conventions.play our part in ensuring the Piracy in the Horn of Africa development of our corridors to continues to be major impediment the vast productive hinterlands to to shipping in the world and make the dream of regional PMAESA supports the efforts of integration be realized and to the global players in trying to halt utilize the economies of scale it it.provides. We believe that one way of

But even as we do this, we must achieving a sustainable solution is In less than two years, world not forget the new cross cutting through consultative dialogue to ports have moved from severe issues that arise from the expan- establish all encompassing credible congestion to the uncertainties sion of these regional forays political structures to return associated with the crippling including the high incidence of Somalia to the commity of economic down turn which has HIV/AIDS afflicting the extremely nations.affected the global economy. mobile actors in the overall sector. Thank you and enjoy your This scenario calls for a re- This year with the support of read.evaluation of the modes of international and national stake-operation by the port manage- holders, PMAESA was involved in ments to ensure that when the the setting up of a Wellness Centre crisis is over and the portended Secretary Generalat the port of Mombasa to provide boom emerges , we shall not be counseling and material support to once again be caught with our port and corridor users.pants down.I want to take this chance to It is with this in mind that Port thank them all for their support Management Association of and to inform our members that Eastern and Southern Africa has plans are underway to construct embarked on various forms of another one at the Port of Dar-Es-engagement with both regional Salaam before expanding further and international partners to afield.establish the necessary networking The global impact of climate among its members so that best

change behoves upon us to seek practices can be uniformly applied new and more environmentally within the region.friendly ways of doing business in Statistics from our region show our ports.that there was general decline in

That is why PMAESA working our trade and performance with our partners in the shipping indicators which should prod us industry is spear-heading the into thinking of putting into place launch of the African GreenPorts new ways of doing things.Initiative during this years African The importance of ports to Ports Conference which will be world trade cannot be over- held in Durban South Africa in

Secretary General’s Message

Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa

PMAESA is “ working with our partners in the shipping industry to spear-head the launch of the African GreenPorts Initiative at the African Ports Conference in Durban South Africa in December.”

because of the inter-connectedness of the ports to the economies,” he added.

Mrs. Zimba commended PMAESA for its role in networking the regional ports and stressed the importance of fast-tracking the development of the regional corridors to give the member countries a competitive advantage.

Dr. Mulungushi also stressed the need for regional members working together in the develop-ment of ports and corridors because once they were efficient, the whole continent would seize the benefits.

The team had earlier visited the Kenya Ports Authority to assess the options available in developing the he PMAESA Secretariat has offered

abandoned copper-yard inside the port as to assist Zambia in processing the part of a regional outreach in line with reopening of its copper-yard Trecent efforts to spur regional integration.located in the port of Mombasa before they

They were later hosted to a luncheon in Mukuka L.N. Zimba who was accompa-start shipping their exports through Mombasa by the Intergovernmental Standing nied by the PS for Commerce, Trade and Kenya.Committee on Shipping (ISCOS) Secretary Industry Dr. James S. Mulungushi.The offer was made by the PMAESA General Mr. Archie Mgondah who had Others in the delegation were Mr. Secretary General when he met a high accompanied them through out the tour. The David Kema the Director of Maritime and powered Zambian government team who Zambian Ministry of Communications and Inland Waterways and the Chief Executive paid a courtesy call at the Secretariat in Transport is a member of PMAESA and both Officer of the Mukuba Depot in Dar-Es-Mombasa, Kenya.parties agreed to intensify collaboration on Salaam Mr. Augustine Mphande.“We shall act as your ambassadors in the various projects that are being initiated Mr. Ntibarekerwa stressed the impor-helping to move the process forward for the benefit of members. Mr. tance of ports for both landlocked and because this is your secretariat too and we Ntibarekerwa outlined the various coastal economies both of which had a are here for the members,” Mr. Jerome programmes underway in the organisation symbiotic relationship.Ntibarekerwa said.including the successful Wellness Centre “When we had post election violence The Zambian team was led by the for mitigating against the effects of HIV/ in Kenya, the countries which suffered Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Aids amongst ports and corridor users.most were Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi Communications and Transport Mrs.

PMAESA's Offer to Zambia

The Zambian Delegation: Left to right, Mr. David Kema, Mrs. M.L.N. Zimba and Dr. James MulungushiNot in the picture: Augustine Mphande

The Zambian delegation together with PMAESA and ISCOS secretariat staff.Fourth from left: PMAESA Secretary General, Mr. Ntibarekerwa, fifth, Mrs. Zimba (Zambia), sixth from left: Mr. Archie Mgondah (Secretary General ISCOS)

Issue 1 2009 4

Secretariat News

Issue 1 2009 5

The Way Forward

emphasized and that is why we are December.constantly reminding our mem- Let me take this opportunity to bers of the necessity of regularly invite our stakeholders to the engaging with one another to conference to participate in the exchange ideas to make our work land-mark step to make our ports more efficient. internationally compliant with the

Even as we concentrate on the already stipulated international ports, we must also continue to conventions.play our part in ensuring the Piracy in the Horn of Africa development of our corridors to continues to be major impediment the vast productive hinterlands to to shipping in the world and make the dream of regional PMAESA supports the efforts of integration be realized and to the global players in trying to halt utilize the economies of scale it it.provides. We believe that one way of

But even as we do this, we must achieving a sustainable solution is In less than two years, world not forget the new cross cutting through consultative dialogue to ports have moved from severe issues that arise from the expan- establish all encompassing credible congestion to the uncertainties sion of these regional forays political structures to return associated with the crippling including the high incidence of Somalia to the commity of economic down turn which has HIV/AIDS afflicting the extremely nations.affected the global economy. mobile actors in the overall sector. Thank you and enjoy your This scenario calls for a re- This year with the support of read.evaluation of the modes of international and national stake-operation by the port manage- holders, PMAESA was involved in ments to ensure that when the the setting up of a Wellness Centre crisis is over and the portended Secretary Generalat the port of Mombasa to provide boom emerges , we shall not be counseling and material support to once again be caught with our port and corridor users.pants down.I want to take this chance to It is with this in mind that Port thank them all for their support Management Association of and to inform our members that Eastern and Southern Africa has plans are underway to construct embarked on various forms of another one at the Port of Dar-Es-engagement with both regional Salaam before expanding further and international partners to afield.establish the necessary networking The global impact of climate among its members so that best

change behoves upon us to seek practices can be uniformly applied new and more environmentally within the region.friendly ways of doing business in Statistics from our region show our ports.that there was general decline in

That is why PMAESA working our trade and performance with our partners in the shipping indicators which should prod us industry is spear-heading the into thinking of putting into place launch of the African GreenPorts new ways of doing things.Initiative during this years African The importance of ports to Ports Conference which will be world trade cannot be over- held in Durban South Africa in

Secretary General’s Message

Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa

PMAESA is “ working with our partners in the shipping industry to spear-head the launch of the African GreenPorts Initiative at the African Ports Conference in Durban South Africa in December.”

because of the inter-connectedness of the ports to the economies,” he added.

Mrs. Zimba commended PMAESA for its role in networking the regional ports and stressed the importance of fast-tracking the development of the regional corridors to give the member countries a competitive advantage.

Dr. Mulungushi also stressed the need for regional members working together in the develop-ment of ports and corridors because once they were efficient, the whole continent would seize the benefits.

The team had earlier visited the Kenya Ports Authority to assess the options available in developing the he PMAESA Secretariat has offered

abandoned copper-yard inside the port as to assist Zambia in processing the part of a regional outreach in line with reopening of its copper-yard Trecent efforts to spur regional integration.located in the port of Mombasa before they

They were later hosted to a luncheon in Mukuka L.N. Zimba who was accompa-start shipping their exports through Mombasa by the Intergovernmental Standing nied by the PS for Commerce, Trade and Kenya.Committee on Shipping (ISCOS) Secretary Industry Dr. James S. Mulungushi.The offer was made by the PMAESA General Mr. Archie Mgondah who had Others in the delegation were Mr. Secretary General when he met a high accompanied them through out the tour. The David Kema the Director of Maritime and powered Zambian government team who Zambian Ministry of Communications and Inland Waterways and the Chief Executive paid a courtesy call at the Secretariat in Transport is a member of PMAESA and both Officer of the Mukuba Depot in Dar-Es-Mombasa, Kenya.parties agreed to intensify collaboration on Salaam Mr. Augustine Mphande.“We shall act as your ambassadors in the various projects that are being initiated Mr. Ntibarekerwa stressed the impor-helping to move the process forward for the benefit of members. Mr. tance of ports for both landlocked and because this is your secretariat too and we Ntibarekerwa outlined the various coastal economies both of which had a are here for the members,” Mr. Jerome programmes underway in the organisation symbiotic relationship.Ntibarekerwa said.including the successful Wellness Centre “When we had post election violence The Zambian team was led by the for mitigating against the effects of HIV/ in Kenya, the countries which suffered Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Aids amongst ports and corridor users.most were Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi Communications and Transport Mrs.

PMAESA's Offer to Zambia

The Zambian Delegation: Left to right, Mr. David Kema, Mrs. M.L.N. Zimba and Dr. James MulungushiNot in the picture: Augustine Mphande

The Zambian delegation together with PMAESA and ISCOS secretariat staff.Fourth from left: PMAESA Secretary General, Mr. Ntibarekerwa, fifth, Mrs. Zimba (Zambia), sixth from left: Mr. Archie Mgondah (Secretary General ISCOS)

Issue 1 2009 4

Secretariat News

Issue 1 2009 7Issue 1 2009 6

Tackling AIDS: A Wellness Centre for MombasaInternational Maritime Organisation (IMO).Ports are prime actors in the global integra-tion, providing pivotal linkage between maritime and inland transport chains where cargo transporters play crucial partnership with the port in logistic services of cargo flow and timely receipts and delivery.The KPA manages the port of Mombasa and is therefore a principal stakeholder. In April 2008 the management agreed to support the project and offered to provide an ideal premise for the establishment of the first Wellness Centre. They also agreed to provide water and electricity. The project also received support from Ministry of Health, among other key stakeholders.The port of Mombasa is the premier gateway for trade between East and Central Africa region and the rest of the world with over 50,000 people working and/or living in the ports premises and even casual workers.The project also attracted many other partners in the spirit of public-private partnership.Among them were NACC, NASCOP, Transport Ministry, Health Ministry, IOM, UNAIDS, UNODC, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNDP, WHO and ITF.Others included TTCA Northern Corridor, KLDTDU, KTA, Dockworkers Union, KIFWA,

ith the launch of a Wellness Centre distribute it round the FHI, Constellation, DFID, USAID as well as at the gate to the port of Mombasa, world, Decided to act various transport companies and freight transport workers and other in concert with key W forwarders.

industry stakeholders on the transit corridor players to minimize The goal of this project is to set up several now have access to affordable healthcare and the effects. Roadside Wellness Centres along the free medication. North Star Foundation Corridor routes in East Africa and integrate The centre at the Kipevu Gate (No 18) which is (NSF) is an interna- their services into other corridor initiatives. the exit point for the long Northern Corridor tional humanitarian The Wellness Centre concept has proved its transit route was opened in March this year in agency bringing the success in various other countries in Southern a ceremony that was graced by leading transport industry to Africa.transport sector stakeholders. collectively address its role in the spread of The centre will offer Behavioral Change

HIV/AIDS. The project created through an MOU is Communication and condom distribution, collaboration between World Food Program, It works with regional and national organisa- STI and basic primary health care services North Star Foundation, Port Management tions to create a network of Wellness Centers and Voluntary Testing and Counseling to start Association of Eastern and Southern Africa at major transport interfaces and helps in with.and the Kenya Ports Authority. developing multilateral solutions by Tackling HIV/AIDS along the Northern

employing common health standards.It is part of the United Nations mitigation Transport is a joint problem which can only be against HIV Aids under its constituent PMAESA had on its part recognized tackled in joint effort.bodies. HIV/AIDS as one of the major impediments “This wellness centre is not just a good thing

to efficient flow of traffic through a study WFP in cognition of the fact that their core to happen in Mombasa; it is a strategic thing conducted earlier and entered into partner-work of getting food to those in need could done in Mombasa” Dr. Esther Getambu ship with WFP, NSF, KPA to seek a multi-inadvertently contribute to the spread of HIV representing the Minister for Public Health sectoral solution. The study was financed by the through thousands of their truck drivers who said in her speech.

By Isaac Onyango

“This wellness centre is

not just a good thing to happen

in Mombasa; it is a strategic thing done in

Mombasa”

The wellness centre at the entrance to theport of Mombasa

The Tanzanian delegationForeign Guests

Stakeholders and sponsorsThe VIPs

Cutting the tape A job well done

The Wellness Centre

Secretariat NewsSecretariat News

Issue 1 2009 7Issue 1 2009 6

Tackling AIDS: A Wellness Centre for MombasaInternational Maritime Organisation (IMO).Ports are prime actors in the global integra-tion, providing pivotal linkage between maritime and inland transport chains where cargo transporters play crucial partnership with the port in logistic services of cargo flow and timely receipts and delivery.The KPA manages the port of Mombasa and is therefore a principal stakeholder. In April 2008 the management agreed to support the project and offered to provide an ideal premise for the establishment of the first Wellness Centre. They also agreed to provide water and electricity. The project also received support from Ministry of Health, among other key stakeholders.The port of Mombasa is the premier gateway for trade between East and Central Africa region and the rest of the world with over 50,000 people working and/or living in the ports premises and even casual workers.The project also attracted many other partners in the spirit of public-private partnership.Among them were NACC, NASCOP, Transport Ministry, Health Ministry, IOM, UNAIDS, UNODC, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNDP, WHO and ITF.Others included TTCA Northern Corridor, KLDTDU, KTA, Dockworkers Union, KIFWA,

ith the launch of a Wellness Centre distribute it round the FHI, Constellation, DFID, USAID as well as at the gate to the port of Mombasa, world, Decided to act various transport companies and freight transport workers and other in concert with key W forwarders.

industry stakeholders on the transit corridor players to minimize The goal of this project is to set up several now have access to affordable healthcare and the effects. Roadside Wellness Centres along the free medication. North Star Foundation Corridor routes in East Africa and integrate The centre at the Kipevu Gate (No 18) which is (NSF) is an interna- their services into other corridor initiatives. the exit point for the long Northern Corridor tional humanitarian The Wellness Centre concept has proved its transit route was opened in March this year in agency bringing the success in various other countries in Southern a ceremony that was graced by leading transport industry to Africa.transport sector stakeholders. collectively address its role in the spread of The centre will offer Behavioral Change

HIV/AIDS. The project created through an MOU is Communication and condom distribution, collaboration between World Food Program, It works with regional and national organisa- STI and basic primary health care services North Star Foundation, Port Management tions to create a network of Wellness Centers and Voluntary Testing and Counseling to start Association of Eastern and Southern Africa at major transport interfaces and helps in with.and the Kenya Ports Authority. developing multilateral solutions by Tackling HIV/AIDS along the Northern

employing common health standards.It is part of the United Nations mitigation Transport is a joint problem which can only be against HIV Aids under its constituent PMAESA had on its part recognized tackled in joint effort.bodies. HIV/AIDS as one of the major impediments “This wellness centre is not just a good thing

to efficient flow of traffic through a study WFP in cognition of the fact that their core to happen in Mombasa; it is a strategic thing conducted earlier and entered into partner-work of getting food to those in need could done in Mombasa” Dr. Esther Getambu ship with WFP, NSF, KPA to seek a multi-inadvertently contribute to the spread of HIV representing the Minister for Public Health sectoral solution. The study was financed by the through thousands of their truck drivers who said in her speech.

By Isaac Onyango

“This wellness centre is

not just a good thing to happen

in Mombasa; it is a strategic thing done in

Mombasa”

The wellness centre at the entrance to theport of Mombasa

The Tanzanian delegationForeign Guests

Stakeholders and sponsorsThe VIPs

Cutting the tape A job well done

The Wellness Centre

Secretariat NewsSecretariat News

Issue 1 2009 8 Issue 1 2009 9

frican ports are joining hands to avert balance are ceased or our own ports through the dangers caused by environmental controlled. the proposed GreenPorts degradation by pooling resources and Africa Initiative.” Mr. While some countries have A

establishing common benchmarks to keep Ntibarekerwa noted. already established port the continent abreast of global technological reception facilities for the T h e s c a l e o f t h e advances. collection of harmful problems affecting the The Africa GreenPorts Initiative is expected ballast water and other marine and coastal to be launched in Durban in December along chemical pollutants, there environment has altered the sidelines of the 35th PMAESA Annual is also a need according to in recent times, but their Conference which is expected to attract an him to upgrade them to nature has remained unprecedented continental turn-out. international standards. constant. Perceptions of

the main threats and The initiative has received the blessing of major “At the same time the corresponding solutions maritime institutions like the Pan-African setting up of contingency have become more Ports Association of Ports Cooperation (PAPC) response programmes for refined as knowledge to ensure that the benchmarks set are easily a c c i d e n t a l m a r i n e has increased. accessible to all players. p ol lut i on and ot he r

emergencies cannot be The current major The Secretary General of the Port Management over emphasized,” Mr. environment problems Association of Eastern and Southern Africa Ntibarekerwa added. of the oceans and PMAESA Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa has

coastal areas include launched a diplomatic offensive to bring most These efforts have seen widespread degrada-of the continents players together to partner PMAESA especially join hands with the

tion of coastal zones, including physical with international actors who are already EcoPorts Foundation of Europe who recently damage to ecosystems from human activities entrenched in the practice. sponsored the GreenPorts Conference in Italy and pollution of coastal waters and semi-early this year.He recently attended the Port Management enclosed seas by wastes from land.Association for Western and Central Africa Greening of ports is a new and popular Others include widespread depletion of living (PMWACA) assembly in Libreville Gabon benchmark in determining the modernisation resources through commercial over-where he presented the initiatives agenda and of world ports and Africa's venturing into the exploitation and damaging fishing practices personally invited the main players to attend concepts is though belated considered a as well as increased demographic shifts to and participate in its launch. necessity.coastal areas increasing pressure on existing Mr. Ntibarekerwa has been busy lobbying Dr. Harry Barnes-Daban of the Ghana Ports resources.continental ports to start building inventories and Harbours Authority who is a leading Major accidents occurring inland could also of all forms of pollution and support the champion of green ports operations in Africa lead to significant environmental damages in adjusting or amendment of existing legal has been working closely with African port coastal and marine areas.frameworks on the way to developing an organization including PMAESA and PAPC

integrated coastal area management plan. on how to implement the African Green Ports Solutions to the problem lie in the resolution Initiative . of conflicting interests for space and They should also take into recognition all

resources within a framework of environ-human and natural resources available within “We are requesting our African ports to sign mentally sound economic development.the region while ensuring that unsustainable in for this unprecedented opportunity during

fisheries practices which harms the ecological which we can also be able to set the agenda for

Its Durban for GreenPorts

Initiative

Greening of ports is a new and popular benchmark in determining the modernisa-tion of world ports

AbidjanTema Lome

Apapa

Port Kelang

Walvis Bay

Colombo

Chiwan

ShanghaiNingbo

Fuqing

MA CGM introduced the WAX carried 8.9 million TEUs (twenty-foot express (West Africa Express) equivalent units). With a presence on all which will include the Port of continents and in 150 countries through C

Walvis Bay as the first Port of Call, its network of 650 agencies, the Group enroute to Tema, Lome, Apapa and employs 17,000 people worldwide.Abidjan along the West Coast of Africa. Ranking first in France and third This scheduled service will result in a worldwide, CMA CGM has become an CMA CGM vessel calling at the Port of international operator serving maritime Walvis Bay every 7 days, sailing from the shipping routes around the world with Far East. door-to-door services that combine CMA CGM will deploy 10 vessels to the maritime shipping with rail, river and WAX route, resulting in a very reliable highway transport.service for exporters and importers in The increased scheduled calls to the Port the SADC region trading with the Far of Walvis Bay is in line with Namports' East. The complete rotation of this Port Expansion, which includes projects weekly service will be: Shanghai, Ningbo, such as deepening the Port to -15 m (cd), Fuqing, Chiwan, Port Kelang and finally expanding the container terminal to Walvis Bay before the service connects to accommodate 500,00 TEU's, as well as West Africa. purchasing state of the art container CMA CGM, a world leader in container handling equipment. This is also a sign shipping, is currently the world's third of confidence in the Port of Walvis Bay largest container shipping Group. by major shipping lines as we have focus Operating a fleet of 350 vessels, including heavily on improving efficiencies as well 90 company-owned, the Group serves as capacity during the past 10 years at the 400 ports around the world. In 2008, it Port of Walvis Bay.

CGM Starts Walvis Bay Shuttle

New Namport CEO

The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) has a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Mr. Bisey Uirab who holds a Masters degree in Business Administration from the Heriot Watt University of Scotland has worked in numerous other positions at managerial level before assuming command at Namport. He previously worked in the mobile telecommunica-tions sector in Namibia and in the Somali region as well as for the bank of Namibia.

He has also served on the boards of several institutions including Institute of Bankers,

Namibia Employers

Federation and the Namibia Red Cross among others.

A view of DurbanShips off-loading at Walvis Bay

Mr. Bisey Uirab, CEO, NamportA map of the new shuttle service

NamibiaSecretariat News

Issue 1 2009 8 Issue 1 2009 9

frican ports are joining hands to avert balance are ceased or our own ports through the dangers caused by environmental controlled. the proposed GreenPorts degradation by pooling resources and Africa Initiative.” Mr. While some countries have A

establishing common benchmarks to keep Ntibarekerwa noted. already established port the continent abreast of global technological reception facilities for the T h e s c a l e o f t h e advances. collection of harmful problems affecting the The Africa GreenPorts Initiative is expected ballast water and other marine and coastal to be launched in Durban in December along chemical pollutants, there environment has altered the sidelines of the 35th PMAESA Annual is also a need according to in recent times, but their Conference which is expected to attract an him to upgrade them to nature has remained unprecedented continental turn-out. international standards. constant. Perceptions of

the main threats and The initiative has received the blessing of major “At the same time the corresponding solutions maritime institutions like the Pan-African setting up of contingency have become more Ports Association of Ports Cooperation (PAPC) response programmes for refined as knowledge to ensure that the benchmarks set are easily a c c i d e n t a l m a r i n e has increased. accessible to all players. p ol lut i on and ot he r

emergencies cannot be The current major The Secretary General of the Port Management over emphasized,” Mr. environment problems Association of Eastern and Southern Africa Ntibarekerwa added. of the oceans and PMAESA Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa has

coastal areas include launched a diplomatic offensive to bring most These efforts have seen widespread degrada-of the continents players together to partner PMAESA especially join hands with the

tion of coastal zones, including physical with international actors who are already EcoPorts Foundation of Europe who recently damage to ecosystems from human activities entrenched in the practice. sponsored the GreenPorts Conference in Italy and pollution of coastal waters and semi-early this year.He recently attended the Port Management enclosed seas by wastes from land.Association for Western and Central Africa Greening of ports is a new and popular Others include widespread depletion of living (PMWACA) assembly in Libreville Gabon benchmark in determining the modernisation resources through commercial over-where he presented the initiatives agenda and of world ports and Africa's venturing into the exploitation and damaging fishing practices personally invited the main players to attend concepts is though belated considered a as well as increased demographic shifts to and participate in its launch. necessity.coastal areas increasing pressure on existing Mr. Ntibarekerwa has been busy lobbying Dr. Harry Barnes-Daban of the Ghana Ports resources.continental ports to start building inventories and Harbours Authority who is a leading Major accidents occurring inland could also of all forms of pollution and support the champion of green ports operations in Africa lead to significant environmental damages in adjusting or amendment of existing legal has been working closely with African port coastal and marine areas.frameworks on the way to developing an organization including PMAESA and PAPC

integrated coastal area management plan. on how to implement the African Green Ports Solutions to the problem lie in the resolution Initiative . of conflicting interests for space and They should also take into recognition all

resources within a framework of environ-human and natural resources available within “We are requesting our African ports to sign mentally sound economic development.the region while ensuring that unsustainable in for this unprecedented opportunity during

fisheries practices which harms the ecological which we can also be able to set the agenda for

Its Durban for GreenPorts

Initiative

Greening of ports is a new and popular benchmark in determining the modernisa-tion of world ports

AbidjanTema Lome

Apapa

Port Kelang

Walvis Bay

Colombo

Chiwan

ShanghaiNingbo

Fuqing

MA CGM introduced the WAX carried 8.9 million TEUs (twenty-foot express (West Africa Express) equivalent units). With a presence on all which will include the Port of continents and in 150 countries through C

Walvis Bay as the first Port of Call, its network of 650 agencies, the Group enroute to Tema, Lome, Apapa and employs 17,000 people worldwide.Abidjan along the West Coast of Africa. Ranking first in France and third This scheduled service will result in a worldwide, CMA CGM has become an CMA CGM vessel calling at the Port of international operator serving maritime Walvis Bay every 7 days, sailing from the shipping routes around the world with Far East. door-to-door services that combine CMA CGM will deploy 10 vessels to the maritime shipping with rail, river and WAX route, resulting in a very reliable highway transport.service for exporters and importers in The increased scheduled calls to the Port the SADC region trading with the Far of Walvis Bay is in line with Namports' East. The complete rotation of this Port Expansion, which includes projects weekly service will be: Shanghai, Ningbo, such as deepening the Port to -15 m (cd), Fuqing, Chiwan, Port Kelang and finally expanding the container terminal to Walvis Bay before the service connects to accommodate 500,00 TEU's, as well as West Africa. purchasing state of the art container CMA CGM, a world leader in container handling equipment. This is also a sign shipping, is currently the world's third of confidence in the Port of Walvis Bay largest container shipping Group. by major shipping lines as we have focus Operating a fleet of 350 vessels, including heavily on improving efficiencies as well 90 company-owned, the Group serves as capacity during the past 10 years at the 400 ports around the world. In 2008, it Port of Walvis Bay.

CGM Starts Walvis Bay Shuttle

New Namport CEO

The Namibia Ports Authority (Namport) has a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Mr. Bisey Uirab who holds a Masters degree in Business Administration from the Heriot Watt University of Scotland has worked in numerous other positions at managerial level before assuming command at Namport. He previously worked in the mobile telecommunica-tions sector in Namibia and in the Somali region as well as for the bank of Namibia.

He has also served on the boards of several institutions including Institute of Bankers,

Namibia Employers

Federation and the Namibia Red Cross among others.

A view of DurbanShips off-loading at Walvis Bay

Mr. Bisey Uirab, CEO, NamportA map of the new shuttle service

NamibiaSecretariat News

Issue 1 2009 10 Issue 1 2009 11

JUMUIYA YA AFRIKA MASHARIKI

he process of regional integration in Africa got a vital boost recently when over $ 1.3 billion was pledged by T

international donors to upgrade regional infrastructure and facilitate trade in a vast regional bloc.

The funds pledged during the heads of states meeting in Lusaka Zambia for the combined regions of the East African Community (EAC), Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA), and Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) will be operated under the North South Corridor programme.

The joint drive, seeks to undertake mainte-nance and upgrading of roads, establishing a system to more efficiently control axle loads, reduce border post delays and rehabilitate rail track along the corridor.

Faster border crossings and improved port facilities, railways and highways will enable producers and traders, especially in landlocked countries, to transport their goods quickly and access more easily regional and international markets, stimulating economic growth and investment.

The World Bank would give a total of $500 million to projects along the North-South Corridor, with an additional $500 million committed to projects that are “significantly complementary” to the North-South Corridor while the European Commission committed itself to $150 million.

The African Development Bank commits US$380 million for projects on the North-South Corridor.

In addition, the bank will invest $160 million in sections of the Ncala Corridor, which is complementary to the North-South

Boost for Regional Integration

Corridor and provides an alternative route to the sea.

The United Kingdom's Department for International Development said it will contribute $146.6 million over the next five years for projects on that corridor.

Special Advisor to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Keitaro Sato said his country will actively mobilise the concessional loans of up to $ 4 billion over the next five years and expeditiously implement $2 billion grant and technical co-operation during “this difficult period” of financial crisis.

David White, Head of Regional Representation for Southern Africa,

focused on mobilising funds for European Investment Bank said his infrastructure development in the three bank has taken a proactive approach to economic regions. funding North-South Corridor

The range of planned projects investments and also linked corridors include the financing of capital mainte-such as the Beira Corridor for which nance costs of over 8,000 kilometre of they have committed $137.8 million road, the rehabilitation of 600 kilometre including $42.5 million from the EU-of rail track, the upgrading of infra-Africa Infrastructure Trust Fund.structure at Dar-Es-Salaam port and The Aid for Trade pilot programme plans to significantly increase the represents a new and innovative ability of the region to generate and approach to support and develop distribute electricity both in the short regional infrastructure projects. and longer term.And, for the first time at a regional

Zambian President Mr. Rupia level, investments in infrastructure are Banda said improvements to the North-seen being planned alongside measures South Corridor will be implemented to address trade facilitation and sequentially and will lead to transport regulation.cost savings to African based businesses Experts say the regional approach in the order of $150 million per year. Mr programme in transport system, Banda said the development will greatly planning and maintenance will give improve movement of goods within the producers in the region access to a region.greater choice of road and rail net-

Development partners including works.the World Bank, AfDB, EC, UK, Japan, At a tripartite high level meeting Netherlands, France and Finland, attended by presidents Kenyan Mr. pledged to work collectively in support Mwai Kibaki, representing COMESA, of the initiative, delivering one coherent Mr. Yoweri Museveni, representing and harmonised solution to addressing EAC and South African Mr. Kgalema trade and infrastructure issues along Motlanthe representing SADC, the corridor.development partners agreed to work

The Presidents announced plans by collectively on an innovative Aid for the Regional Economic Groups they Trade programme to enable producers, represent to deliver more efficient and especially in landlocked countries, faster border crossings by completing, access regional and international amongst other measures, at least three markets more quickly and cost effec-new One Stop Border Posts along the tively and so help unlock the region's North-South Corridor and to reform of economic potential and boost competi-rail concessions in Eastern and tiveness.Southern Africa and establishing a well The two day meeting held last week,

The North South Corridor Programme is a Model Aid for Trade Programme that has enabled the Regional Economic Communities of COMESA, EAC and SADC, their Member States and the International Community to implement an economic corridor-based approach to reducing costs of cross-border trade in Sub-Saharan Africa. It seeks to enable producers and traders to be more competitive, thereby creating higher levels of economic growth, employment creation and reduce poverty. The project will also focus on taking the necessary steps to ensure that adequate power supply is made available to support the growing demand from industrial, commercial and domestic consumers.The Model Programme is based on the decisions of the COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite Summit held in Kampala, Uganda in October 2008 and on the various decisions taken at the international level on Aid for Trade.The High Level Conference on the North South Corridor held in Lusaka on 6-7 April 2009 allowed the Chairpersons of COMESA, EAC and SADC Authorities to outline the critical underpinnings for rolling out the various projects and programmes that constitute the North South Corridor Model Aid for Trade Programme. The Conference also allowed the RECs and Member States to outline the bottlenecks to trade that need to be removed in a sequen-tial manner, if trade costs are to be reduced.

North South Corridor at a Glance

In attendance (clockwise): Mwai Kibaki (Kenya), Paul Kagame (Rwanda, represented), Rupia Banda (Zambia, host), Yoweri Museveni (Uganda), K’galema Motlanthe (South Africa)

The conference hall

Regional Integration Regional Integration

Issue 1 2009 10 Issue 1 2009 11

JUMUIYA YA AFRIKA MASHARIKI

he process of regional integration in Africa got a vital boost recently when over $ 1.3 billion was pledged by T

international donors to upgrade regional infrastructure and facilitate trade in a vast regional bloc.

The funds pledged during the heads of states meeting in Lusaka Zambia for the combined regions of the East African Community (EAC), Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA), and Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) will be operated under the North South Corridor programme.

The joint drive, seeks to undertake mainte-nance and upgrading of roads, establishing a system to more efficiently control axle loads, reduce border post delays and rehabilitate rail track along the corridor.

Faster border crossings and improved port facilities, railways and highways will enable producers and traders, especially in landlocked countries, to transport their goods quickly and access more easily regional and international markets, stimulating economic growth and investment.

The World Bank would give a total of $500 million to projects along the North-South Corridor, with an additional $500 million committed to projects that are “significantly complementary” to the North-South Corridor while the European Commission committed itself to $150 million.

The African Development Bank commits US$380 million for projects on the North-South Corridor.

In addition, the bank will invest $160 million in sections of the Ncala Corridor, which is complementary to the North-South

Boost for Regional Integration

Corridor and provides an alternative route to the sea.

The United Kingdom's Department for International Development said it will contribute $146.6 million over the next five years for projects on that corridor.

Special Advisor to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Keitaro Sato said his country will actively mobilise the concessional loans of up to $ 4 billion over the next five years and expeditiously implement $2 billion grant and technical co-operation during “this difficult period” of financial crisis.

David White, Head of Regional Representation for Southern Africa,

focused on mobilising funds for European Investment Bank said his infrastructure development in the three bank has taken a proactive approach to economic regions. funding North-South Corridor

The range of planned projects investments and also linked corridors include the financing of capital mainte-such as the Beira Corridor for which nance costs of over 8,000 kilometre of they have committed $137.8 million road, the rehabilitation of 600 kilometre including $42.5 million from the EU-of rail track, the upgrading of infra-Africa Infrastructure Trust Fund.structure at Dar-Es-Salaam port and The Aid for Trade pilot programme plans to significantly increase the represents a new and innovative ability of the region to generate and approach to support and develop distribute electricity both in the short regional infrastructure projects. and longer term.And, for the first time at a regional

Zambian President Mr. Rupia level, investments in infrastructure are Banda said improvements to the North-seen being planned alongside measures South Corridor will be implemented to address trade facilitation and sequentially and will lead to transport regulation.cost savings to African based businesses Experts say the regional approach in the order of $150 million per year. Mr programme in transport system, Banda said the development will greatly planning and maintenance will give improve movement of goods within the producers in the region access to a region.greater choice of road and rail net-

Development partners including works.the World Bank, AfDB, EC, UK, Japan, At a tripartite high level meeting Netherlands, France and Finland, attended by presidents Kenyan Mr. pledged to work collectively in support Mwai Kibaki, representing COMESA, of the initiative, delivering one coherent Mr. Yoweri Museveni, representing and harmonised solution to addressing EAC and South African Mr. Kgalema trade and infrastructure issues along Motlanthe representing SADC, the corridor.development partners agreed to work

The Presidents announced plans by collectively on an innovative Aid for the Regional Economic Groups they Trade programme to enable producers, represent to deliver more efficient and especially in landlocked countries, faster border crossings by completing, access regional and international amongst other measures, at least three markets more quickly and cost effec-new One Stop Border Posts along the tively and so help unlock the region's North-South Corridor and to reform of economic potential and boost competi-rail concessions in Eastern and tiveness.Southern Africa and establishing a well The two day meeting held last week,

The North South Corridor Programme is a Model Aid for Trade Programme that has enabled the Regional Economic Communities of COMESA, EAC and SADC, their Member States and the International Community to implement an economic corridor-based approach to reducing costs of cross-border trade in Sub-Saharan Africa. It seeks to enable producers and traders to be more competitive, thereby creating higher levels of economic growth, employment creation and reduce poverty. The project will also focus on taking the necessary steps to ensure that adequate power supply is made available to support the growing demand from industrial, commercial and domestic consumers.The Model Programme is based on the decisions of the COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite Summit held in Kampala, Uganda in October 2008 and on the various decisions taken at the international level on Aid for Trade.The High Level Conference on the North South Corridor held in Lusaka on 6-7 April 2009 allowed the Chairpersons of COMESA, EAC and SADC Authorities to outline the critical underpinnings for rolling out the various projects and programmes that constitute the North South Corridor Model Aid for Trade Programme. The Conference also allowed the RECs and Member States to outline the bottlenecks to trade that need to be removed in a sequen-tial manner, if trade costs are to be reduced.

North South Corridor at a Glance

In attendance (clockwise): Mwai Kibaki (Kenya), Paul Kagame (Rwanda, represented), Rupia Banda (Zambia, host), Yoweri Museveni (Uganda), K’galema Motlanthe (South Africa)

The conference hall

Regional Integration Regional Integration

Issue 1 2009 13Issue 1 2009 12

functioning regional rail network. tive approach, which will simulta-neously address both infrastructure and Other goals are to improve infra-trade constraints. The approach and structure to make the port of Dar-Es-model should be replicated on other Salaam more efficient, including corridors in eastern and southern streamlining customs procedures and Africa.other border clearance facilities and

vehicle control systems such as axle “The challenging economic environ-load. Vehicle dimension controls along ment, which was brought in to sharper the corridor and to improve power focus at last week's G20 Summit, brings a supply and transmission in the region greater level of urgency to the efforts of and establishing linkages between COMESA, EAC and SADC to bring Southern and East African Power Pool together our respective regional integra-Member Countries. tion programmes,” he said.ensure we can compete more effectively

as a region in international markets,” he President Kibaki said if the region is “To further enlarge the markets, said. to realise its vision of creating a vibrant there is a need to unlock productive

and integrated free trade area, it is potential, increase levels of intra-The amount required for the total important that it develops the region's African trade and enhance regional overhaul of infrastructure in the region physical infrastructure and capacity to prospects. is pegged at $2.1 billion, and with more trade. than $1.3 billion already secured in As we seek to expand regional

pledges, the tripartite cooperation “That is why the North-South markets in Africa, the North-South would need to work hard to find ways to Corridor Pilot Aid for Trade Programme Corridor programme will place us in a fill the gap.is so important to our progress, helping stronger position to respond effectively

to unlock the significant economic to intensifying global challenges,” said President Museveni said by working potential that lies within, to attract President Mothlante of South Africa collectively with public and private greater levels of inward investment and and SADC Chairman. partners are implementing an innova-

To further enlarge the markets, there is a “need to unlock productive potential, increase levels of intra-African trade and enhance regional prospects.”

- Museveni

in Southern Africa to the Eastern Port of Dar es Salaam. The Durban corridor also has direct links into the Beira, Maputo, Walvis Bay, Benguela and Lobito corridors.

From the Port of Dar-Es-Salaam the corridors link to the Central and from the border post of Tunduma the corridor links the Tunduma (Tanzania) - Moyale (Kenya) corridor and Northern Corridor linking the Port of Mombasa to Eastern DRC through Uganda and Rwanda, thereby giving physical interconnectivity between Eastern and Southern Africa.

The North-South Corridor was selected for the Aid for Trade pilot programme because it is the busiest corridor in the region in terms of values Juma Mwapachu, Chairman of the commitments towards funding the and volumes of freight. Tripatite Committee and EAC Secretary projects are awaited, the parties

Poor road and rail infrastructure General told The EastAfrican in Lusaka concerned would also work hard to see and long waiting times at borders and last week on the sidelines of the meeting the financial gap is filled as soon as ports create significant costs and that already there is discussion going on possible.hamper regional producers' ability to to determine the best methodology of The North-South Corridor is a access regional and international managing the resources for the infra- combination of two traditional corri- markets.structure project. dors of Durban and Dar es Salaam, (Adapted from Wilfred Edwin and Mr Mwapachu said while further linking the port of Durban and others agencies)

Trucks at a weighbridge

Aid for trade growth rates `02 -`06(%)

Project to expand rail connections

Regional IntegrationRegional Integration

Issue 1 2009 13Issue 1 2009 12

functioning regional rail network. tive approach, which will simulta-neously address both infrastructure and Other goals are to improve infra-trade constraints. The approach and structure to make the port of Dar-Es-model should be replicated on other Salaam more efficient, including corridors in eastern and southern streamlining customs procedures and Africa.other border clearance facilities and

vehicle control systems such as axle “The challenging economic environ-load. Vehicle dimension controls along ment, which was brought in to sharper the corridor and to improve power focus at last week's G20 Summit, brings a supply and transmission in the region greater level of urgency to the efforts of and establishing linkages between COMESA, EAC and SADC to bring Southern and East African Power Pool together our respective regional integra-Member Countries. tion programmes,” he said.ensure we can compete more effectively

as a region in international markets,” he President Kibaki said if the region is “To further enlarge the markets, said. to realise its vision of creating a vibrant there is a need to unlock productive

and integrated free trade area, it is potential, increase levels of intra-The amount required for the total important that it develops the region's African trade and enhance regional overhaul of infrastructure in the region physical infrastructure and capacity to prospects. is pegged at $2.1 billion, and with more trade. than $1.3 billion already secured in As we seek to expand regional

pledges, the tripartite cooperation “That is why the North-South markets in Africa, the North-South would need to work hard to find ways to Corridor Pilot Aid for Trade Programme Corridor programme will place us in a fill the gap.is so important to our progress, helping stronger position to respond effectively

to unlock the significant economic to intensifying global challenges,” said President Museveni said by working potential that lies within, to attract President Mothlante of South Africa collectively with public and private greater levels of inward investment and and SADC Chairman. partners are implementing an innova-

To further enlarge the markets, there is a “need to unlock productive potential, increase levels of intra-African trade and enhance regional prospects.”

- Museveni

in Southern Africa to the Eastern Port of Dar es Salaam. The Durban corridor also has direct links into the Beira, Maputo, Walvis Bay, Benguela and Lobito corridors.

From the Port of Dar-Es-Salaam the corridors link to the Central and from the border post of Tunduma the corridor links the Tunduma (Tanzania) - Moyale (Kenya) corridor and Northern Corridor linking the Port of Mombasa to Eastern DRC through Uganda and Rwanda, thereby giving physical interconnectivity between Eastern and Southern Africa.

The North-South Corridor was selected for the Aid for Trade pilot programme because it is the busiest corridor in the region in terms of values Juma Mwapachu, Chairman of the commitments towards funding the and volumes of freight. Tripatite Committee and EAC Secretary projects are awaited, the parties

Poor road and rail infrastructure General told The EastAfrican in Lusaka concerned would also work hard to see and long waiting times at borders and last week on the sidelines of the meeting the financial gap is filled as soon as ports create significant costs and that already there is discussion going on possible.hamper regional producers' ability to to determine the best methodology of The North-South Corridor is a access regional and international managing the resources for the infra- combination of two traditional corri- markets.structure project. dors of Durban and Dar es Salaam, (Adapted from Wilfred Edwin and Mr Mwapachu said while further linking the port of Durban and others agencies)

Trucks at a weighbridge

Aid for trade growth rates `02 -`06(%)

Project to expand rail connections

Regional IntegrationRegional Integration

Issue 1 2009 14 Issue 1 2009 15

damage and those whose capacities could not withstand the heavy onslaught have already succumbed.Shipping lines, ship builders and even ports have had to re-engineer their operations to stay afloat during the crisis but some caved in to the global pressure.During the just concluded IAPH Conference in Genoa, Italy, Walter Kemmsies, a leading economist warned that although the down turn seemed to have ceased, the hard part was going to be the climb up from the bottom. “For ports, we have pretty much hit the bottom but the climb out of here, particularly for the US, will be pretty slow.”Experts are warning industry stake-

China's diminishing need for iron ore in terms of how we operate in this holders to take advantage of the imports. industry.”recession to modernize their opera-Analysts suggest that shipping lines will A Kenyan port expert recommends that tional capacities before the next boom respond by scrapping almost one third ports should take this slow period to comes calling.of active vessels over the next 24 improve their competitive edge by The recession hit at a time when most months. Shipping lines trying to offload improving capacity, quality service global ports were faced with congestion vessels to reduce the size of their fleets delivery and reliability.and the slowdown should enable many are finding no buyers, causing prices to “This can easily be achieved be achieved of them to invest in more efficient tumble. investing highly in modern technology handling capacities especially for the There are those who see the global which will result in superb productivity ports.economic downturn as a “blessing in especially in activities such as loading Manuel Gomez, deputy director, disguise” for the port industry and and offloading of cargo which when international affairs, Puertos del Estado, investors in the industry. done on time improves off-take” said: “Port managers have to be pre-

Caroline Kunga is quoted in the Kenya APM Terminals chief executive Kim pared for the growth in trade. We can't Ports Authority magazine.Fejfer is quoted as saying that the slow sit and wait for the recovery to come;

markets could shake the ports industry T h e 2 6 t h IA P H Wo r l d Po r t s ports have to be ready. The big ships will back to reality after the over-priced Conference, Genoa, Italy recommended come; our challenge is still to keep pace operations just before the crunch. among other things that governments with port development.”

assist ports to invest in the moderniza- “This is a kind of call to get a little bit For an estimated one third of all tion of their ports during these difficult back to reality,” he said. “Port valuations shipping companies in the Far East, the times so that they could meet the had come to a completely unrealistic next boom will be a bridge too far since forthcoming challenges.level. Construction costs and the price they might be edged out into bank-

of getting services were getting to an World ports, they noted may be facing a ruptcy by the crunch according to excessive level and I think also some 20-30% decline of throughput as experts .investors had begun to see ports as more compared with the same period of the Since the beginning of the crisis last like a real estate industry.” previous year.September, at least four companies, hit Now, he said, “it has become clear this is A 10% growth annually is a prerequisite by a combination of falling rates and a not the case. It is all about providing for containerized traffic to achieve global capacity glut, have had to seek efficient services and value to the sustainable development and to keep up bankruptcy protection in order to keep shipping lines and their customers. It is with maritime demands.trading. Exacerbating the situation is now once again all about being the best IAPH urged the world's ports, though in

the midst of economic difficulties, to move ahead with continued invest-ments to improve productivity and expand capacity.They also called on the world commu-nity to assist ports in developing countries through financial and technical cooperation where funda-mental resources are always scarce.

he severe economic recession which has hit world markets has not spared the African shipping T

industry. Statistics available in the current trading season indicate that there has been a general drop in overall perfor-mance and especially in containerized traffic in most of the ports in the world.Within the PMAESA region, overall growth in containerized traffic dropped from 12.0% in 2007 to 7.6% in 2008 while general cargo traffic fell from 3.5% to a meagre 1.8% in the same period.However there is growing optimism in maritime circles that the recession had now reached rock bottom and was expected to start the long journey back to productivity.Experts are predicting that 2009 would continue to be most difficult year as the maritime industry adjusts itself for the eventual climbout with favourable figures anticipated in 2010 and 2011.However, many shipping industry stakeholders have suffered irreparable

GLOBAL RECESSION

EASES:NOW THE

CLIMB-BACK

port managers have to be prepared “ for the growth in trade”

- Manuel Gomez

By Njuguna Mutonya

Containers stacked in a port terminal

Economic Crisis Economic Crisis

Issue 1 2009 14 Issue 1 2009 15

damage and those whose capacities could not withstand the heavy onslaught have already succumbed.Shipping lines, ship builders and even ports have had to re-engineer their operations to stay afloat during the crisis but some caved in to the global pressure.During the just concluded IAPH Conference in Genoa, Italy, Walter Kemmsies, a leading economist warned that although the down turn seemed to have ceased, the hard part was going to be the climb up from the bottom. “For ports, we have pretty much hit the bottom but the climb out of here, particularly for the US, will be pretty slow.”Experts are warning industry stake-

China's diminishing need for iron ore in terms of how we operate in this holders to take advantage of the imports. industry.”recession to modernize their opera-Analysts suggest that shipping lines will A Kenyan port expert recommends that tional capacities before the next boom respond by scrapping almost one third ports should take this slow period to comes calling.of active vessels over the next 24 improve their competitive edge by The recession hit at a time when most months. Shipping lines trying to offload improving capacity, quality service global ports were faced with congestion vessels to reduce the size of their fleets delivery and reliability.and the slowdown should enable many are finding no buyers, causing prices to “This can easily be achieved be achieved of them to invest in more efficient tumble. investing highly in modern technology handling capacities especially for the There are those who see the global which will result in superb productivity ports.economic downturn as a “blessing in especially in activities such as loading Manuel Gomez, deputy director, disguise” for the port industry and and offloading of cargo which when international affairs, Puertos del Estado, investors in the industry. done on time improves off-take” said: “Port managers have to be pre-

Caroline Kunga is quoted in the Kenya APM Terminals chief executive Kim pared for the growth in trade. We can't Ports Authority magazine.Fejfer is quoted as saying that the slow sit and wait for the recovery to come;

markets could shake the ports industry T h e 2 6 t h IA P H Wo r l d Po r t s ports have to be ready. The big ships will back to reality after the over-priced Conference, Genoa, Italy recommended come; our challenge is still to keep pace operations just before the crunch. among other things that governments with port development.”

assist ports to invest in the moderniza- “This is a kind of call to get a little bit For an estimated one third of all tion of their ports during these difficult back to reality,” he said. “Port valuations shipping companies in the Far East, the times so that they could meet the had come to a completely unrealistic next boom will be a bridge too far since forthcoming challenges.level. Construction costs and the price they might be edged out into bank-

of getting services were getting to an World ports, they noted may be facing a ruptcy by the crunch according to excessive level and I think also some 20-30% decline of throughput as experts .investors had begun to see ports as more compared with the same period of the Since the beginning of the crisis last like a real estate industry.” previous year.September, at least four companies, hit Now, he said, “it has become clear this is A 10% growth annually is a prerequisite by a combination of falling rates and a not the case. It is all about providing for containerized traffic to achieve global capacity glut, have had to seek efficient services and value to the sustainable development and to keep up bankruptcy protection in order to keep shipping lines and their customers. It is with maritime demands.trading. Exacerbating the situation is now once again all about being the best IAPH urged the world's ports, though in

the midst of economic difficulties, to move ahead with continued invest-ments to improve productivity and expand capacity.They also called on the world commu-nity to assist ports in developing countries through financial and technical cooperation where funda-mental resources are always scarce.

he severe economic recession which has hit world markets has not spared the African shipping T

industry. Statistics available in the current trading season indicate that there has been a general drop in overall perfor-mance and especially in containerized traffic in most of the ports in the world.Within the PMAESA region, overall growth in containerized traffic dropped from 12.0% in 2007 to 7.6% in 2008 while general cargo traffic fell from 3.5% to a meagre 1.8% in the same period.However there is growing optimism in maritime circles that the recession had now reached rock bottom and was expected to start the long journey back to productivity.Experts are predicting that 2009 would continue to be most difficult year as the maritime industry adjusts itself for the eventual climbout with favourable figures anticipated in 2010 and 2011.However, many shipping industry stakeholders have suffered irreparable

GLOBAL RECESSION

EASES:NOW THE

CLIMB-BACK

port managers have to be prepared “ for the growth in trade”

- Manuel Gomez

By Njuguna Mutonya

Containers stacked in a port terminal

Economic Crisis Economic Crisis

he Association for Women in the Association of Eastern and Southern Africa ment of their members.Maritime Sector in East and (PMAESA) as well as the IMO. The association is in the process of Southern Africa (WOMESA) has T The association comprises of fifty setting up a permanent secretariat to

finally launched its five year strategic plan. founder members many of them managers in enable quick and effective communication the maritime sector and is based on the with its members. IMO's integration of women in the The Strategic Plan will run from 2009 maritime sector (IWMS) that seeks the to 2013.empowerment of women. The mission of WOMESA is to

Currently WOMESA which is led by advocate gender equity, improve women's the Director General of Kenya Maritime access to maritime training and technol-Authority Mrs. Nancy Karigithu has a ogy and promote their advancement to key membership straddling 24 countries in decision making levels in the maritime Eastern, Central and Southern Africa. sector in East and Southern Africa.

WOMESA is currently involved in a massive campaign to recruit new members in the region to ensure that their mandate of empowering women working in the

The Strategic Plan is derived from maritime sector is achieved.deliberations held in Mombasa in 2008 During the launch of the organisations which brought in delegations from web-site at a Mombasa hotel, last year, member countries as well as from presided over by Mrs. Mariam El Maawy stakeholder organisations like the architect and prominent civil society International Maritime Organisation leader in Mombasa, members were asked (IMO). to consider launching WOMESA chapters in

The association maintains close working their countries to speed up the empower-relations with the Port Management

Issue 1 2009 17

Womesa Launches Strategic Plan

Members of the WOMESA Governing Council (left to right): Ms. Veronica Maina, Head of Secretariat WOMESA, Ms. Nompumelelo June Dweba(South Africa), Mrs. Kathleen Van Heerden(NAMPORT), Mrs. Nancy Karigithu(Chair), Mrs. Razakafoniaina Vonimbolanaro(Madagascar), Mrs. Marie Joyce Somanje(Malawi) & Mrs. Nivedita Hosanee(Mauritius)

Mrs. Mariam Maawy(GOH) presents a certificate to Mrs. Karigithu

Ms. Beatrice Nyamoita receives her certificate as Ms. Rosemary Oile(KMA) looks on

WOMESA

he Association for Women in the Association of Eastern and Southern Africa ment of their members.Maritime Sector in East and (PMAESA) as well as the IMO. The association is in the process of Southern Africa (WOMESA) has T The association comprises of fifty setting up a permanent secretariat to

finally launched its five year strategic plan. founder members many of them managers in enable quick and effective communication the maritime sector and is based on the with its members. IMO's integration of women in the The Strategic Plan will run from 2009 maritime sector (IWMS) that seeks the to 2013.empowerment of women. The mission of WOMESA is to

Currently WOMESA which is led by advocate gender equity, improve women's the Director General of Kenya Maritime access to maritime training and technol-Authority Mrs. Nancy Karigithu has a ogy and promote their advancement to key membership straddling 24 countries in decision making levels in the maritime Eastern, Central and Southern Africa. sector in East and Southern Africa.

WOMESA is currently involved in a massive campaign to recruit new members in the region to ensure that their mandate of empowering women working in the

The Strategic Plan is derived from maritime sector is achieved.deliberations held in Mombasa in 2008 During the launch of the organisations which brought in delegations from web-site at a Mombasa hotel, last year, member countries as well as from presided over by Mrs. Mariam El Maawy stakeholder organisations like the architect and prominent civil society International Maritime Organisation leader in Mombasa, members were asked (IMO). to consider launching WOMESA chapters in

The association maintains close working their countries to speed up the empower-relations with the Port Management

Issue 1 2009 17

Womesa Launches Strategic Plan

Members of the WOMESA Governing Council (left to right): Ms. Veronica Maina, Head of Secretariat WOMESA, Ms. Nompumelelo June Dweba(South Africa), Mrs. Kathleen Van Heerden(NAMPORT), Mrs. Nancy Karigithu(Chair), Mrs. Razakafoniaina Vonimbolanaro(Madagascar), Mrs. Marie Joyce Somanje(Malawi) & Mrs. Nivedita Hosanee(Mauritius)

Mrs. Mariam Maawy(GOH) presents a certificate to Mrs. Karigithu

Ms. Beatrice Nyamoita receives her certificate as Ms. Rosemary Oile(KMA) looks on

WOMESA

Issue 1 2009 18

elegates from the South African SARS and Angeline Mashiri of Zimra.Development C ommunity The Regional Aid for Trade program, (SADC) recently toured the Beit D through RTFP, funded and facilitated the

Bridge border posts to assess their ability two days events.to handle increasingly higher traffic. Seventy delegates attended both the

The site visits were initiated by site visits and subsequent workshop Federation of Eastern and Southern African which was facilitated by Happias Road Transport Associations) FESARTA Kuzvinzwa of SADC at Tshipise, Musina.and was part of the SADC's regional program The delegates were split into three Delegates were told that ongoing on behalf of the SADC/COMESA/EAC groups and then the outcomes were construction was hampering the free-flow Tripartite Task Force. collated into one set of priorities, of traffic and since ost of the long-distance

responsibilities and time lines.The site visits were facilitated by buses arrived at once in the evening, it was Sydwell Phokane and Rudi Kitching of causing serious congestion. (By Barney Curtis)

Beit Bridge visit Reveals ConstraintsNCTTCA Hosts SSATP REC-TCC Meeting

As agreed during the previous REC- systems. His presentation highlighted the TCC meeting held in Addis Ababa in advantages of implementing the Regional October 2008, the first day of Cargo Tracking System along the meeting was dedicated to a workshop Northern Corridor to enhance automatic on the lessons of the Northern data collection.Corridor Transport Observatory. The NCTCCA Information Technology Public and private sector representa- Officer, Mr. Athman Mohamed made a tives of the Northern Corridor presentation on the database design for the member states stakeholders, as well observatory. In so doing he indicated that representatives of regional organiza- the database, which was origi-tions took part in the nally designed in MS Access workshop. 2003, was being converted to the meeting of the SSATP Transport

During the workshop, a number more robust SQL Server to Coordination Committee of the of presentations were made. Mr. f ac i l i t ate web-b as e d us er Regional Economic Communities AJean Kizito Kabanguka of the interface. He went on to discuss in Sub-Saharan (REC-TCC) was hosted by NCT TCA made a br ief the methods being considered for NCTTCA at Diani Reef Hotel, Mombasa, presentation on the objectives the dissemination of information Kenya from 21-23 April, 2009.and the background of the obtained from the observatory. The REC-TCC was chaired by the new N o r t h e r n C o r r i d o r The workshop received the REC- TCC Chairperson, Mr Hosea Observatory, which is centred report of the World Bank study Nyangweso of the East African Community. o n P e r f o r m a n c e on “Transport Prices and Costs The new Program Manager of the SSATP B e n c h m a r k i n g a n d on International Transport Mr. Stephen Vincent was introduced to Performance Monitoring. He Corridors in Sub-Saharan participants during the meeting.outlined the findings of and Africa”, which was presented by The meeting was attended by delegates lessons learnt from the baseline survey Mr. Jean Francoise Marteau and Mr. Gael representing ALCO, ECA/NRID, ECA/SRO- undertaken in 2005, including the Raballand. CA, CICOS, EAC, COMESA, ECCAS, challenges of a sustained data collection. In his presentation, Mr. Jean-Francois FESARTA, Walvis Bay Corridor Group, Mr. Olivier Hartmann, the consultant Marteau highlighted the impact of being C entra l C orr idor, Dar C orr idor seconded to NCTTCA by SSATP during landlocked. He argued that due to Committee, North South Corridor, t h e i mpl e m e nt at i on of t h e NC dependency on transit states, landlocked UEMOA, Northern Corridor/NCTCA, Observatory, continued the presentation countries were faced with high transaction MCLI, ECA, USAID Trade Hub form with an emphasis on the data collection costs. Mr Gael Raballand presented the South Africa, Ministries of Transport from methodology, data sources and linkage of findings of the study, which were thor-Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Sudan data across modes using modern IT oughly debated by the workshop.and DRC, The World Bank and SSATP.

he Angolan port of Luanda is to embark on and one in the Petrangol area. Tconstruction of new container deports to This he said would help assist relieving ease congestion at the facility. congestion and delays at Luanda port.

Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial He said the congestion had come about as a Port of Luanda, Silvio Ninhas said last week that result of increased ship calls at Luanda but as a short term measure additional dry ports acknowledged that overcrowding at the con-would be created, with a large scale depot tainer terminal led to delays in merchants intended for Cacuaco district, another in Viana clearing their cargo.

New container depots for Luanda

Oil tanker on the Northern Corridor

The conference

Mr. Onyango Matata, NCTTCA

Executive Secretary

The bridge across the Zambezi

Vehicles crossing the border point

Luanda Port

Issue 1 2009 19

Corridors Corridors

Issue 1 2009 18

elegates from the South African SARS and Angeline Mashiri of Zimra.Development C ommunity The Regional Aid for Trade program, (SADC) recently toured the Beit D through RTFP, funded and facilitated the

Bridge border posts to assess their ability two days events.to handle increasingly higher traffic. Seventy delegates attended both the

The site visits were initiated by site visits and subsequent workshop Federation of Eastern and Southern African which was facilitated by Happias Road Transport Associations) FESARTA Kuzvinzwa of SADC at Tshipise, Musina.and was part of the SADC's regional program The delegates were split into three Delegates were told that ongoing on behalf of the SADC/COMESA/EAC groups and then the outcomes were construction was hampering the free-flow Tripartite Task Force. collated into one set of priorities, of traffic and since ost of the long-distance

responsibilities and time lines.The site visits were facilitated by buses arrived at once in the evening, it was Sydwell Phokane and Rudi Kitching of causing serious congestion. (By Barney Curtis)

Beit Bridge visit Reveals ConstraintsNCTTCA Hosts SSATP REC-TCC Meeting

As agreed during the previous REC- systems. His presentation highlighted the TCC meeting held in Addis Ababa in advantages of implementing the Regional October 2008, the first day of Cargo Tracking System along the meeting was dedicated to a workshop Northern Corridor to enhance automatic on the lessons of the Northern data collection.Corridor Transport Observatory. The NCTCCA Information Technology Public and private sector representa- Officer, Mr. Athman Mohamed made a tives of the Northern Corridor presentation on the database design for the member states stakeholders, as well observatory. In so doing he indicated that representatives of regional organiza- the database, which was origi-tions took part in the nally designed in MS Access workshop. 2003, was being converted to the meeting of the SSATP Transport

During the workshop, a number more robust SQL Server to Coordination Committee of the of presentations were made. Mr. f ac i l i t ate web-b as e d us er Regional Economic Communities AJean Kizito Kabanguka of the interface. He went on to discuss in Sub-Saharan (REC-TCC) was hosted by NCT TCA made a br ief the methods being considered for NCTTCA at Diani Reef Hotel, Mombasa, presentation on the objectives the dissemination of information Kenya from 21-23 April, 2009.and the background of the obtained from the observatory. The REC-TCC was chaired by the new N o r t h e r n C o r r i d o r The workshop received the REC- TCC Chairperson, Mr Hosea Observatory, which is centred report of the World Bank study Nyangweso of the East African Community. o n P e r f o r m a n c e on “Transport Prices and Costs The new Program Manager of the SSATP B e n c h m a r k i n g a n d on International Transport Mr. Stephen Vincent was introduced to Performance Monitoring. He Corridors in Sub-Saharan participants during the meeting.outlined the findings of and Africa”, which was presented by The meeting was attended by delegates lessons learnt from the baseline survey Mr. Jean Francoise Marteau and Mr. Gael representing ALCO, ECA/NRID, ECA/SRO- undertaken in 2005, including the Raballand. CA, CICOS, EAC, COMESA, ECCAS, challenges of a sustained data collection. In his presentation, Mr. Jean-Francois FESARTA, Walvis Bay Corridor Group, Mr. Olivier Hartmann, the consultant Marteau highlighted the impact of being C entra l C orr idor, Dar C orr idor seconded to NCTTCA by SSATP during landlocked. He argued that due to Committee, North South Corridor, t h e i mpl e m e nt at i on of t h e NC dependency on transit states, landlocked UEMOA, Northern Corridor/NCTCA, Observatory, continued the presentation countries were faced with high transaction MCLI, ECA, USAID Trade Hub form with an emphasis on the data collection costs. Mr Gael Raballand presented the South Africa, Ministries of Transport from methodology, data sources and linkage of findings of the study, which were thor-Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Sudan data across modes using modern IT oughly debated by the workshop.and DRC, The World Bank and SSATP.

he Angolan port of Luanda is to embark on and one in the Petrangol area. Tconstruction of new container deports to This he said would help assist relieving ease congestion at the facility. congestion and delays at Luanda port.

Chief Executive Officer of the Commercial He said the congestion had come about as a Port of Luanda, Silvio Ninhas said last week that result of increased ship calls at Luanda but as a short term measure additional dry ports acknowledged that overcrowding at the con-would be created, with a large scale depot tainer terminal led to delays in merchants intended for Cacuaco district, another in Viana clearing their cargo.

New container depots for Luanda

Oil tanker on the Northern Corridor

The conference

Mr. Onyango Matata, NCTTCA

Executive Secretary

The bridge across the Zambezi

Vehicles crossing the border point

Luanda Port

Issue 1 2009 19

Corridors Corridors

Issue 1 2009 21Issue 1 2009 20

NOTE: the above tables represents only the ports which provided data for 2005 - 2008. Ports marked * have not yet provided data for the year 2008, their data are provisional. We are in the final stages of collection and tabulation of statistics for 2008 and will update accordingly.

n the midst of the world economic turn down, the PMAESA ports handled total cargo traffic of 263,670,819 metric tones I

in the year 2008, posting a marginal annual increase of only 2.3% over the 2007 traffic of 257,792,546 tons. Container traffic also registered a slight growth rate of 6.1% from 6,083,304 TEUs in 2007 to 6,456,702 TEUs in 2008. Whereas, 2008 gives a marginal cargo increase over the 2007 traffic, the above growth rate reflects a general slow down against 2007 which recorded 3.5% total traffic and 26.0% container TEUS growth respectively. However, while the performance accurately represents the average economic climate in the region, it conceals significant variation in national and port performance of harsh economic reality strategically enhancing the position as a traffic. prevailing in some parts of the region as regional hub and port of choice to her huge But the gigantic mining projects and the 28.5 revealed in the following statistical tabulations hinterland. km dream bridge across the Bab-Al-Mandeb and analysis of some selected port perfor- In the neighbouring port of Dar-Es-Salaam, straight to Yemen is expected to become one of mance. the harsh global economic reality was also the next wonders of the world complete with South Africa's premier ports, Richard Bay and manifested in the performance of total cargo its twin cities of An Nour on both ends. The Durban, while maintaining high profile and traffic showing no growth trend over the 2008 PAPC/PMAESA port conference choice dominant positions in the region, yet reflected corresponding period in 2007. There was of Djibouti as the venue could not have been a static growth in 2008. Saldanha, East London however, a notable increase in the perfor- better choice and value addition. and Mossel Bay on the other hand recorded mance of container segment of the traffic Namibia's Namport one of the region's best notable cargo increases of 6.5%, 8.2% and which posted 11.8% growth in 2008, but still equipped and efficient port, with a capacity to 10.7% respectively. Elizabeth and Cape Town fall short of the more impressive 30.3% growth handle over 8.0 million tons, handled a total of registered adverse variance in 2008. in container traffic recorded in the corre- 4,960,341 tons of cargo in 2008 up from In the container segment, Durban easily sponding period in 2007. 3,603,126 tons in 2007, reflecting a resilient retained the dignity of being the top most The port of Djibouti performance of the southern African country container port in Africa, even surpassing its which in the face of global economic turndown.2007 traffic record by 6.6% in 2008 and is now Mauritius, a regional transshipment and handling close to one third of the entire u n d e r logistic hub in the east African Indian region's share of container traffic. Its 2008 manag Ocean, registered a reasonable container annual growth is however a slow e m e n t growth of 5.4% in total down against the 12.8% realized in 2007, and o f t h e cargo traf f ic and further provides a clear manifestation of the w o r l d 10.0% in container impact of economic recession on shipping. renowne traffic despite global With a container handling capacity of 3.0 m. d D P recession. TEUS and currently creating an extra 3.6 m. W o r l d Because shipping not TEUS capacity by the year 2010, Durban conglomerate is only moves the world remains the largest container terminal in at the heart of the trade but also dominates Africa and a world class port. economic transforma- and controls g lobal In East Africa, Kenya's port of Mombasa tion of Djibouti, a small economy, accounting for posted a modest growth of 2.8% in cargo traffic desert nation lying at the about 90% of world trade in 2008 against the 10.7% increase registered intersection of three continents flow, the ports in PMAESA in 2007. The impact of the global economic and culture in the horn of Africa. region, like elsewhere are prime turndown was clearly evident in the perfor- As reflected in the 2008 statistics, Port actors in the global economic scene, could mance of container traffic which has been the Said posted an overwhelming cargo traffic not have done better in the event of economic pillar of the port's traffic growth over the years. growth of 25.5%, and 20.9% of container meltdown. In the overall analysis, statistics In 2008 the port recorded a margin of 5.2% traffic, registering one of the highest produc- reveal that the current recession has direct and growth compared to 22.1% recorded in 2007. tivity recorded among all the PMAESA ports huge impact on the shipping industry and port In its modernization strategy, the work on the in 2008. The port which is clearly strategizing operations. The annual traffic increase of 2.3% new ultra modern container terminal project, to become the Dubai of Africa already handles is an accurate reflection of the region's with a design capacity to handle an additional 85% of the huge landlocked Ethiopia external economic reality. 1.2 million TEUS is underway. The port is

by Isaac Onyango

w le p rformance hi ea ically epr s nb s r e e ts

a e ag e o i v r e c nom cli ate n hec m i t

r on, t c e ls egi i onc agni i a t va i ion si f c n r at

i na i l nd n t ona aort p rform nce p e a

of har e onomish c c e li yr a t

Slow Growth as Recession BitesPMAESA Ports Statistics 2009

Handling containers

Statistics Statistical Analysis

Issue 1 2009 21Issue 1 2009 20

NOTE: the above tables represents only the ports which provided data for 2005 - 2008. Ports marked * have not yet provided data for the year 2008, their data are provisional. We are in the final stages of collection and tabulation of statistics for 2008 and will update accordingly.

n the midst of the world economic turn down, the PMAESA ports handled total cargo traffic of 263,670,819 metric tones I

in the year 2008, posting a marginal annual increase of only 2.3% over the 2007 traffic of 257,792,546 tons. Container traffic also registered a slight growth rate of 6.1% from 6,083,304 TEUs in 2007 to 6,456,702 TEUs in 2008. Whereas, 2008 gives a marginal cargo increase over the 2007 traffic, the above growth rate reflects a general slow down against 2007 which recorded 3.5% total traffic and 26.0% container TEUS growth respectively. However, while the performance accurately represents the average economic climate in the region, it conceals significant variation in national and port performance of harsh economic reality strategically enhancing the position as a traffic. prevailing in some parts of the region as regional hub and port of choice to her huge But the gigantic mining projects and the 28.5 revealed in the following statistical tabulations hinterland. km dream bridge across the Bab-Al-Mandeb and analysis of some selected port perfor- In the neighbouring port of Dar-Es-Salaam, straight to Yemen is expected to become one of mance. the harsh global economic reality was also the next wonders of the world complete with South Africa's premier ports, Richard Bay and manifested in the performance of total cargo its twin cities of An Nour on both ends. The Durban, while maintaining high profile and traffic showing no growth trend over the 2008 PAPC/PMAESA port conference choice dominant positions in the region, yet reflected corresponding period in 2007. There was of Djibouti as the venue could not have been a static growth in 2008. Saldanha, East London however, a notable increase in the perfor- better choice and value addition. and Mossel Bay on the other hand recorded mance of container segment of the traffic Namibia's Namport one of the region's best notable cargo increases of 6.5%, 8.2% and which posted 11.8% growth in 2008, but still equipped and efficient port, with a capacity to 10.7% respectively. Elizabeth and Cape Town fall short of the more impressive 30.3% growth handle over 8.0 million tons, handled a total of registered adverse variance in 2008. in container traffic recorded in the corre- 4,960,341 tons of cargo in 2008 up from In the container segment, Durban easily sponding period in 2007. 3,603,126 tons in 2007, reflecting a resilient retained the dignity of being the top most The port of Djibouti performance of the southern African country container port in Africa, even surpassing its which in the face of global economic turndown.2007 traffic record by 6.6% in 2008 and is now Mauritius, a regional transshipment and handling close to one third of the entire u n d e r logistic hub in the east African Indian region's share of container traffic. Its 2008 manag Ocean, registered a reasonable container annual growth is however a slow e m e n t growth of 5.4% in total down against the 12.8% realized in 2007, and o f t h e cargo traf f ic and further provides a clear manifestation of the w o r l d 10.0% in container impact of economic recession on shipping. renowne traffic despite global With a container handling capacity of 3.0 m. d D P recession. TEUS and currently creating an extra 3.6 m. W o r l d Because shipping not TEUS capacity by the year 2010, Durban conglomerate is only moves the world remains the largest container terminal in at the heart of the trade but also dominates Africa and a world class port. economic transforma- and controls g lobal In East Africa, Kenya's port of Mombasa tion of Djibouti, a small economy, accounting for posted a modest growth of 2.8% in cargo traffic desert nation lying at the about 90% of world trade in 2008 against the 10.7% increase registered intersection of three continents flow, the ports in PMAESA in 2007. The impact of the global economic and culture in the horn of Africa. region, like elsewhere are prime turndown was clearly evident in the perfor- As reflected in the 2008 statistics, Port actors in the global economic scene, could mance of container traffic which has been the Said posted an overwhelming cargo traffic not have done better in the event of economic pillar of the port's traffic growth over the years. growth of 25.5%, and 20.9% of container meltdown. In the overall analysis, statistics In 2008 the port recorded a margin of 5.2% traffic, registering one of the highest produc- reveal that the current recession has direct and growth compared to 22.1% recorded in 2007. tivity recorded among all the PMAESA ports huge impact on the shipping industry and port In its modernization strategy, the work on the in 2008. The port which is clearly strategizing operations. The annual traffic increase of 2.3% new ultra modern container terminal project, to become the Dubai of Africa already handles is an accurate reflection of the region's with a design capacity to handle an additional 85% of the huge landlocked Ethiopia external economic reality. 1.2 million TEUS is underway. The port is

by Isaac Onyango

w le p rforma ehi e nc a cally e r s nb si r p e e ts

a e ag i v r e econom cli a e n hc m t i t e

r o t c e ls egi n, i onc agni i a t va i on si f c n r ati

i na i l n n t ona a dort p rform n ep e a c

of h r e onomia sh c c e li yr a t

Slow Growth as Recession BitesPMAESA Ports Statistics 2009

Handling containers

Statistics Statistical Analysis

Issue 1 2009 22 Issue 1 2009 23

KPA: Efficiency Pays Dividendsespite the global recession coupled with other challenges that prevailed in 2008 and adversely affected shipping, D

economic performance in the country and the region's competitiveness, the Port of Mombasa recorded improved operational performance and an increase in Port throughput.The port throughput grew by 2.8% from 15.96 million tons on 2007 to 16.41 million tons in 2008. This was largely attributed to efficiency gains arising from the modernization of equipment and business process re-engineering.Container traffic grew by 5.2% from 585,367 TEUs in 2007 to 615,733 TEUs in 2008. This growth rate is however lower than the 22.1 per cent growth witnessed in 2007. The slowdown

consultancy for the second introducing new safety regulations, in line with in growth of container traffic was a result of a container terminal was awarded to Japan Port the requirements of the International Ship and sluggish economic performance occasioned by Consultants during the year. The new terminal Port facility Code (ISPS) Code. All persons the post-elections skirmishes experienced early will handle 1.2m TEUs. The project is funded entering our operational areas are now required in the year and the current global economic jointly by the Japan Bank for International to wear safety boots, a reflection jacket and a downturn.Cooperation and the Government of Kenya. helmet, while truck speeds are monitored. Transit traffic registered remarkable growth of The design work to dredge the channel up to 15 Further, port security has been improved 10.2%, from 4.4 million tons in 2007 to meters draft and to widen the turning basins has through the construction of the control tower. 4.87million tons in 2008. Individual transit been completed and is at tendering level. This, The Tower is now being fitted with modern countries have also increased their usage of the upon completion, will accommodate the new maritime communication equipment including port of Mombasa. Uganda maintained her lead generation of bigger vessels and increase the the Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) with a 75.9% of the transit market share with the port's competitiveness, in light of the dynamic aimed at monitoring movement of vessels within port handling 3.7million tons of Ugandan cargo global shipping trends. the harbour, Global Maritime Distress Signaling in 2008 up from 3.4million tons handled in 2007,

System (GMDSS) and Closed Circuit Television The Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) import representing a growth of 8.9%for monitoring goings on in the port and its terminal design work is in the final stages and the The Democratic Republic of Congo was in the surroundings. This program is carried under the project is awaiting NEMA's(National Environmental second position registering an impressive 18.4% Integrated Security System (ISS) project funded Management Authority) approval to commence. growth from 257,000tons in 2007 to 304, 400tons by the World Bank. The facility, once completed, will accommodate in 2008. The rest of the countries also registered

tankers of up to 27,000 DWT and handle about In order to provide quality services to our customers marginal increase in their usage of the port.600,000 metric tons of LPG per year. in tandem with our customer charter, the Authority However, on non-container sector, the negative

has put in place an elaborate equipment acquisition The implementation of the Kilindini Waterfront economic impact was also felt with liquid bulk program. Plans are underway to purchase one pilot Operating System (KWATOS) on 1st July 2008 is trade decreasing slightly by 0.2% from 5.64 boat, two Ship-to-Shore Gantry cranes, eight one of the key goals toward achieving ambitions million tons in 2007 to 5.63 million tons in 2008. Rubber Tyred Gantry cranes five Reach-stackers to be among the best efficient ports in the world. Transshipment traffic equally took a slight drop and one mobile harbour crane. This equipment will The system has been interfaced with Kenya of 1.6% as a result of the post-election disrup-boost our marine and cargo handling operations. Revenue Authority's Simba System and port tions early in the year that led to unprecedented

users have begun to enjoy its benefits. We have also involved the private sector in the congestion necessitating a temporary freeze in handling of cargo to improve on our efficiency by The final phase of the port-ICT strategy will be handling transshipment.appointing some Container Freight Stations (CFSs) the implementation of the Port Community Moderate growth rates were recorded in dry bulk who now receive cargo directly from the ship. This Based System which will transform Mombasa and conventional cargo, with the Asian continent has reduced cargo dwell time in the port, checked into an e-port by 2010. The project will provide a accounting for the largest growth in trade congestion and has enhanced our yard planning. common platform for sharing shipping volume. We received a new shipping line, Rais For the last two month our yard container information and result in faster cargo clearance Shipping Services, bringing the total to twenty population has been averaging 9000 TEUs against and improve overall port efficiency.two global shipping lines serving the port. The our container yard capacity of 14,500 TEUs at any During the year, the port introduced delivery of new line is likely to increase the long traditional given time.cargo on a 24/7 basis. This has improved cargo trade between the East Coast of Africa and Asia.On the other hand, the Port Master Plan is being deliveries, reduced congestion, enhanced ship reviewed to facilitate the development of the port turnaround and overall port performance.Way Forward in line with the country's National Vision 2030.We have enhanced safety practices and security To address forecast growth in container traffic, a (KPA Public Relations Department)in the port by enforcing the existing and contract on project design and supervision

of passengers grew by 105% reaching 12,874 in the same financial year.The MPA is constructing a Jetty, which will cater for larger cruise vessels, while at the same time enhancing passenger comfort, transfer and safety. The cruise jetty is expected to be commissioned in September 2009. A much larger cruise vessel, Costa Europa, with a maximum capacity of 1,600 passengers has been deployed with its maiden call at Port Louis on 18 December 2008.

Corrosion ProtectionPort facilities and installation should be

ver the past decade, Port Louis have also increased at Port Louis Harbour. maintained in safe conditions and Harbour has undergone major The MPA has initiated action to ensure upgraded regularly. The MPA has structural reforms and has been that maritime traffic is constantly under O

transformed into an economic nerve close monitoring by the new Harbour centre equipped with modern port Radio, situated at the Capitainerie facilities offering world class port services. Building. MPA has also proceeded with The port is strategically located in the the strengthening of security measures Indian Ocean and plays a vital role in the through a new perimeter fencing, national economy handling about 99% of improved gate controls and installation of the total volume of external trade and an appropriate CCTV surveillance contributing more than 2% to the system. country's GDP. The vision of the Mauritius Ports Oil JettyAuthority (MPA) is to develop Port Louis

contracted out the corrosion protection of Harbour into the regional logistics and steel piles and supporting quay infrastruc-cruise hub.ture to Messrs. Afcons International with a The positive repercussion from the sum of Rs. 223.9 million. Works under dredging of the access channel to 14.5 this project have been completed to the ACD at the Mauritius Container Terminal satisfaction of the MPA in December (MCT) to provide additional draft has 2008.resulted in the calling of 5th generation

vessels at Port Louis Harbour. Protection against Flooding at MCTDuring cyclonic weather conditions, the Petroleum products were being unloaded Harbour RadioMauritius Container Terminal has at different locations in the port area. With increased international trade, cruise experienced flooding on several occasions With a view to enhancing safety during tourism, fishing activities, vessels' calls thereby causing major disruption to unloading of petroleum tankers and LPG, operations at the Terminal. In order to MPA proceeded with the construction of prevent this recurrent flooding problem, an Oil Jetty at Mer Rouge. the MPA has decided to construct a in June 2009.concrete wall along the length of the Terminal and to rehabilitate the rock

Cruise Berth Facilities revetments located to the North and South During the last financial year, cruise of the Container Terminal.experienced a 57.1% increase with 22 passenger vessels' calls whilst the number

Major Reforms at MPA

An aerial view of the container terminalInset: KPA MD, Mr. James MulewaAn aerial view of the container terminalInset: KPA MD, Mr. James Mulewa

By Narad Dawoodarry

MauritiusKenya

Port Louis harbour

Oil jetty

Protection against flooding

Closed-circuit cameras

Issue 1 2009 22 Issue 1 2009 23

KPA: Efficiency Pays Dividendsespite the global recession coupled with other challenges that prevailed in 2008 and adversely affected shipping, D

economic performance in the country and the region's competitiveness, the Port of Mombasa recorded improved operational performance and an increase in Port throughput.The port throughput grew by 2.8% from 15.96 million tons on 2007 to 16.41 million tons in 2008. This was largely attributed to efficiency gains arising from the modernization of equipment and business process re-engineering.Container traffic grew by 5.2% from 585,367 TEUs in 2007 to 615,733 TEUs in 2008. This growth rate is however lower than the 22.1 per cent growth witnessed in 2007. The slowdown

consultancy for the second introducing new safety regulations, in line with in growth of container traffic was a result of a container terminal was awarded to Japan Port the requirements of the International Ship and sluggish economic performance occasioned by Consultants during the year. The new terminal Port facility Code (ISPS) Code. All persons the post-elections skirmishes experienced early will handle 1.2m TEUs. The project is funded entering our operational areas are now required in the year and the current global economic jointly by the Japan Bank for International to wear safety boots, a reflection jacket and a downturn.Cooperation and the Government of Kenya. helmet, while truck speeds are monitored. Transit traffic registered remarkable growth of The design work to dredge the channel up to 15 Further, port security has been improved 10.2%, from 4.4 million tons in 2007 to meters draft and to widen the turning basins has through the construction of the control tower. 4.87million tons in 2008. Individual transit been completed and is at tendering level. This, The Tower is now being fitted with modern countries have also increased their usage of the upon completion, will accommodate the new maritime communication equipment including port of Mombasa. Uganda maintained her lead generation of bigger vessels and increase the the Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) with a 75.9% of the transit market share with the port's competitiveness, in light of the dynamic aimed at monitoring movement of vessels within port handling 3.7million tons of Ugandan cargo global shipping trends. the harbour, Global Maritime Distress Signaling in 2008 up from 3.4million tons handled in 2007,

System (GMDSS) and Closed Circuit Television The Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) import representing a growth of 8.9%for monitoring goings on in the port and its terminal design work is in the final stages and the The Democratic Republic of Congo was in the surroundings. This program is carried under the project is awaiting NEMA's(National Environmental second position registering an impressive 18.4% Integrated Security System (ISS) project funded Management Authority) approval to commence. growth from 257,000tons in 2007 to 304, 400tons by the World Bank. The facility, once completed, will accommodate in 2008. The rest of the countries also registered

tankers of up to 27,000 DWT and handle about In order to provide quality services to our customers marginal increase in their usage of the port.600,000 metric tons of LPG per year. in tandem with our customer charter, the Authority However, on non-container sector, the negative

has put in place an elaborate equipment acquisition The implementation of the Kilindini Waterfront economic impact was also felt with liquid bulk program. Plans are underway to purchase one pilot Operating System (KWATOS) on 1st July 2008 is trade decreasing slightly by 0.2% from 5.64 boat, two Ship-to-Shore Gantry cranes, eight one of the key goals toward achieving ambitions million tons in 2007 to 5.63 million tons in 2008. Rubber Tyred Gantry cranes five Reach-stackers to be among the best efficient ports in the world. Transshipment traffic equally took a slight drop and one mobile harbour crane. This equipment will The system has been interfaced with Kenya of 1.6% as a result of the post-election disrup-boost our marine and cargo handling operations. Revenue Authority's Simba System and port tions early in the year that led to unprecedented

users have begun to enjoy its benefits. We have also involved the private sector in the congestion necessitating a temporary freeze in handling of cargo to improve on our efficiency by The final phase of the port-ICT strategy will be handling transshipment.appointing some Container Freight Stations (CFSs) the implementation of the Port Community Moderate growth rates were recorded in dry bulk who now receive cargo directly from the ship. This Based System which will transform Mombasa and conventional cargo, with the Asian continent has reduced cargo dwell time in the port, checked into an e-port by 2010. The project will provide a accounting for the largest growth in trade congestion and has enhanced our yard planning. common platform for sharing shipping volume. We received a new shipping line, Rais For the last two month our yard container information and result in faster cargo clearance Shipping Services, bringing the total to twenty population has been averaging 9000 TEUs against and improve overall port efficiency.two global shipping lines serving the port. The our container yard capacity of 14,500 TEUs at any During the year, the port introduced delivery of new line is likely to increase the long traditional given time.cargo on a 24/7 basis. This has improved cargo trade between the East Coast of Africa and Asia.On the other hand, the Port Master Plan is being deliveries, reduced congestion, enhanced ship reviewed to facilitate the development of the port turnaround and overall port performance.Way Forward in line with the country's National Vision 2030.We have enhanced safety practices and security To address forecast growth in container traffic, a (KPA Public Relations Department)in the port by enforcing the existing and contract on project design and supervision

of passengers grew by 105% reaching 12,874 in the same financial year.The MPA is constructing a Jetty, which will cater for larger cruise vessels, while at the same time enhancing passenger comfort, transfer and safety. The cruise jetty is expected to be commissioned in September 2009. A much larger cruise vessel, Costa Europa, with a maximum capacity of 1,600 passengers has been deployed with its maiden call at Port Louis on 18 December 2008.

Corrosion ProtectionPort facilities and installation should be

ver the past decade, Port Louis have also increased at Port Louis Harbour. maintained in safe conditions and Harbour has undergone major The MPA has initiated action to ensure upgraded regularly. The MPA has structural reforms and has been that maritime traffic is constantly under O

transformed into an economic nerve close monitoring by the new Harbour centre equipped with modern port Radio, situated at the Capitainerie facilities offering world class port services. Building. MPA has also proceeded with The port is strategically located in the the strengthening of security measures Indian Ocean and plays a vital role in the through a new perimeter fencing, national economy handling about 99% of improved gate controls and installation of the total volume of external trade and an appropriate CCTV surveillance contributing more than 2% to the system. country's GDP. The vision of the Mauritius Ports Oil JettyAuthority (MPA) is to develop Port Louis

contracted out the corrosion protection of Harbour into the regional logistics and steel piles and supporting quay infrastruc-cruise hub.ture to Messrs. Afcons International with a The positive repercussion from the sum of Rs. 223.9 million. Works under dredging of the access channel to 14.5 this project have been completed to the ACD at the Mauritius Container Terminal satisfaction of the MPA in December (MCT) to provide additional draft has 2008.resulted in the calling of 5th generation

vessels at Port Louis Harbour. Protection against Flooding at MCTDuring cyclonic weather conditions, the Petroleum products were being unloaded Harbour RadioMauritius Container Terminal has at different locations in the port area. With increased international trade, cruise experienced flooding on several occasions With a view to enhancing safety during tourism, fishing activities, vessels' calls thereby causing major disruption to unloading of petroleum tankers and LPG, operations at the Terminal. In order to MPA proceeded with the construction of prevent this recurrent flooding problem, an Oil Jetty at Mer Rouge. the MPA has decided to construct a in June 2009.concrete wall along the length of the Terminal and to rehabilitate the rock

Cruise Berth Facilities revetments located to the North and South During the last financial year, cruise of the Container Terminal.experienced a 57.1% increase with 22 passenger vessels' calls whilst the number

Major Reforms at MPA

An aerial view of the container terminalInset: KPA MD, Mr. James MulewaAn aerial view of the container terminalInset: KPA MD, Mr. James Mulewa

By Narad Dawoodarry

MauritiusKenya

Port Louis harbour

Oil jetty

Protection against flooding

Closed-circuit cameras

Issue 1 2009 24

About DP WorldTo continually demon-P World is one of the largest easily accommodate the strate our commitment to marine terminal operators in the largest ships in service, industry best practice. world, with 49 terminals* and 12 including the 10-15,000 D

new developments across 31 countries**. T E U “ S u p e r - P o s t -Its dedicated, experienced and profes- P a n a m a x ” v e s s e l s . Doraleh Container terminal sional team of nearly 30,000 people serves Capacity at the terminal (DCT)customers in some of the most dynamic is set to grow in line with DCT has a capacity to handle economies in the world. m a r k e t d e m a n d t o 1.2 million TEU (twenty foot

around 3m TEU over DP World aims to enhance customers' equivalent container units) time. supply chain efficiency by effectively annually, the largest and most modern

managing container, bulk and other * 2 terminals in Algeria will join the terminal in East Africa. terminal cargo. portfolio in the first half of 2009.Its 18 metre draft and 1050 metre quay The company constantly invests in * As of February 2009.terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 14 consecutive years. DP World is a subsidiary of Dubai World which is responsible of the management in:

Container, Dry Port & Conventional cargo Terminal, The Free Zone (JAFZA), The International Airport,Owner of the Oil Terminal causeway and jetty.

Port of Djibouti The Port of Djibouti is managed by DP World (a Management Contract was signed on June 2000 for a period of 20 years).

Mission Statement To make Djibouti port the most secure, safe and efficient seaport in AfricaTo provide to all our customers, the most reliable, consistent and cost effective ship and cargo handling servicesTo provide a safe, healthy and progressive work environment for all port employees To employ, train and develop Djiboutian Port staff to international shipping industry standards

The Doraleh Container Terminal recently should see it becoming paramount played host to one of worlds newly built regional hub. Mr. Anil Singh, DP post-panamax ships, CMA CGM Ivanhoe Worlds Senior Vice President and in what is seen in shipping circles as a Managing Director of the African clear rubber-stamp of its awesome region had this to say of the event. “It potential in the region. is an honour to have CMA CGM The Ivanhoe, with a length of 350 Ivanhoe call at our facility. Her visit to metres and a width of 43 metres is one Doraleh affirms the port’s status as a of the four post-panamax vessels built regional hub, and in a wider context as last year by Hyundai's Ulsan shipyard a vital trading link between Europe, in Korea and has a gross tonnage of Africa and Asia.”more than 110,000 tons. The Ivanhoe was only in its second Doraleh is one of the few ports in the port of call since inauguration and region capable of handling a vessel sailed directly to the Doraleh facility this size because of its new 18 metre from DP Worlds port of Southampton, berths. In full operation, Doraleh can England. The port of Doraleh has a handle 6 post-panamax vessels at a go present capacity of 1.2 million tons giving it a significant edge in the which is expected to grow to 3 million industry in the region and which tons as demand expands.

Ivanhoe calls at Doraleh

Located on the second main maritime lane and its record-high performances establish Doraleh Container Terminal as a regional hub. Average cranes productivity: 54 moves per hourThe capacity of 1.2 million TEUs will be expanded to 3 million TEUs in the second phase.

Djibouti PortsP.O.BOX 2107, Republic of Djibouti

Commercial Direction- Tel: (253) 357372 Fax : (253) 355476Email: customercare.paid@dpworld.com

Doraleh Container Terminal:A Regional Hub

Djibouti

The Ivanhoe at Doraleh

The new terminal

Djibouti President Omar Guelleh with DP World executives

Advertisement

Issue 1 2009 24

About DP WorldTo continually demon-P World is one of the largest easily accommodate the strate our commitment to marine terminal operators in the largest ships in service, industry best practice. world, with 49 terminals* and 12 including the 10-15,000 D

new developments across 31 countries**. T E U “ S u p e r - P o s t -Its dedicated, experienced and profes- P a n a m a x ” v e s s e l s . Doraleh Container terminal sional team of nearly 30,000 people serves Capacity at the terminal (DCT)customers in some of the most dynamic is set to grow in line with DCT has a capacity to handle economies in the world. m a r k e t d e m a n d t o 1.2 million TEU (twenty foot

around 3m TEU over DP World aims to enhance customers' equivalent container units) time. supply chain efficiency by effectively annually, the largest and most modern

managing container, bulk and other * 2 terminals in Algeria will join the terminal in East Africa. terminal cargo. portfolio in the first half of 2009.Its 18 metre draft and 1050 metre quay The company constantly invests in * As of February 2009.terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 14 consecutive years. DP World is a subsidiary of Dubai World which is responsible of the management in:

Container, Dry Port & Conventional cargo Terminal, The Free Zone (JAFZA), The International Airport,Owner of the Oil Terminal causeway and jetty.

Port of Djibouti The Port of Djibouti is managed by DP World (a Management Contract was signed on June 2000 for a period of 20 years).

Mission Statement To make Djibouti port the most secure, safe and efficient seaport in AfricaTo provide to all our customers, the most reliable, consistent and cost effective ship and cargo handling servicesTo provide a safe, healthy and progressive work environment for all port employees To employ, train and develop Djiboutian Port staff to international shipping industry standards

The Doraleh Container Terminal recently should see it becoming paramount played host to one of worlds newly built regional hub. Mr. Anil Singh, DP post-panamax ships, CMA CGM Ivanhoe Worlds Senior Vice President and in what is seen in shipping circles as a Managing Director of the African clear rubber-stamp of its awesome region had this to say of the event. “It potential in the region. is an honour to have CMA CGM The Ivanhoe, with a length of 350 Ivanhoe call at our facility. Her visit to metres and a width of 43 metres is one Doraleh affirms the port’s status as a of the four post-panamax vessels built regional hub, and in a wider context as last year by Hyundai's Ulsan shipyard a vital trading link between Europe, in Korea and has a gross tonnage of Africa and Asia.”more than 110,000 tons. The Ivanhoe was only in its second Doraleh is one of the few ports in the port of call since inauguration and region capable of handling a vessel sailed directly to the Doraleh facility this size because of its new 18 metre from DP Worlds port of Southampton, berths. In full operation, Doraleh can England. The port of Doraleh has a handle 6 post-panamax vessels at a go present capacity of 1.2 million tons giving it a significant edge in the which is expected to grow to 3 million industry in the region and which tons as demand expands.

Ivanhoe calls at Doraleh

Located on the second main maritime lane and its record-high performances establish Doraleh Container Terminal as a regional hub. Average cranes productivity: 54 moves per hourThe capacity of 1.2 million TEUs will be expanded to 3 million TEUs in the second phase.

Djibouti PortsP.O.BOX 2107, Republic of Djibouti

Commercial Direction- Tel: (253) 357372 Fax : (253) 355476Email: customercare.paid@dpworld.com

Doraleh Container Terminal:A Regional Hub

Djibouti

The Ivanhoe at Doraleh

The new terminal

Djibouti President Omar Guelleh with DP World executives

Advertisement

Issue 1 2009 27Issue 1 2009 26

Members of a Task Force met in Nairobi hardly been tapped yet. CIOA is a on 24th March 2009 to develop a long regional organization established with term strategy for the Cruise Indian the objective of promoting the region as Ocean Association. The strategy is aimed a whole in a concerted effort, as an at developing a brand for the Indian attractive cruise destination and also to Ocean circuit with a view to creating achieve harmonization of procedures opportunities for continued growth. The and formalities relating to the reception ultimate goal is to increase the market of cruise ships and passengers at the share of cruise shipping in the region by ports in the regionattracting more and more vessels and It draws its members from ports and their passengers. tourism boards and these include Cape destinations to attract more passengers. CIOA's vision is to position the Southern Town Routes Unlimited, Djibouti Ports With a unified approach the Indian and East Coast of Africa as an attractive Authority, Kenya Ports Authority, Kenya Ocean region is able to provide the destination for cruise liner itineraries. Tourist Board, Sudan Sea Ports requisite attractions and programmes to The Association will ensure presentation Corporation, Tanzania Ports Authority, influence the choice of visit by the lines of a strong position for the destination Tanzania Tourist Board, Transnet and tourists.in the international cruise market. The National Ports Authority of South Africa, The prospects for the sector are still cruise shipping companies are con- and Tourism KwaZulu-Natal.high even with the threat of the world stantly looking for new and exciting (By Jemimah Mwanyumba)economic meltdown, as the potential has

Brand Strategy for CIOA

heritage the region possessed saying that the onus was on the various organisations to tap it to create dividends for their country's and peoples.He said that despite the global financial meltdown, recent industry reports are encouraging. Mr. Mulewa however warned of the threat posed by piracy off Somalia which he noted needed collective effort to resolve because of its inherent ability to disrupt growth in the shipping and tourism industry.The meeting was attended by Tourism KwaZulu Natal Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ndabo Khoza and the general manager for Tourism Services Mr.

outh Africa has launched its James Seymour among others.chapter of the Cruise Indian Meanwhile, Durban town is planning to Ocean Association (CIOA) as S host the MS Westerdam one of the

plans emerged of a marketing blitz ahead the growth stage of the industry's life leading world cruise ships during the of the 2010 Fifa World Cup to sell the cycle thus providing a great opportunity World Cup season with its high end tourist destinations in the country. for our ports to contribute significantly spending passengers.

to the industry,” he said.CIOA is an off-shoot of the Port MS Westerdam is the 14th best rated Management Association of Eastern and CIOA's principal objective, he added was liner in the world while it's sister ship the Southern Africa (PMAESA) to market to promote the entire region in a MS Northerdam will be berthed in Cape the region together with the Indian concerted effort, as an attractive cruise Town during the same period.Ocean Islands as strategic destinations destination and also to achieve harmoni- Tour operators are offering packages for for the lucrative cruise tourism industry. zation of procedures and formalities the passengers on board the two vessels

relating to the reception of cruise ships CIOA is angling itself for a slice of the which will not only include the football and passengers at the ports in this part of global cruise industry which is currently matches but also safaris and ecotourism the world. dominated by the Caribbean and raves.

Mediterranean regions despite the He outlined the generous natural abundance of natural and man-made attractions in the PMAESA region.The CIOA South African branch was launched in May by the Chairman of the Association Mr. James Mulewa at the Hilton Hotel Indaba in Durban.He lauded the role played by among others Tourism KwaZulu Natal and Transnet National Ports Authority for their effort in launching the only second chapter of the association after the Kenya one was launched in 2004.“Members of PMAESA appreciate the fact that cruise shipping is one of the fastest growing sectors of the interna-tional tourism industry handling about 13.5 million passengers yearly. Furthermore, the cruise sector is still in

S.A. Launches Aggressive Cruise Campaign

Year

20092010201120122013

Estimated CruisePassengers Worldwide

19 million20.2 million21.2 million22.5 million23.7 million

Growth

7.6 %6.1 %5 %6.1 %5.6 %

Worldwide Cruise Fleet

300 ships at the end of 2005340 ships at the end of 2010415 ships at the end of 2020

Average Capacity Per Ship

1,1831,4711,747

Worldwide Cruise Passengers 2009 - 2013 The Cruise Industry

PMAESA Chairman, Mr. James Mulewa launches the new CIOA chapterin Durban. Looking on is Tourism Kwa-Zulu Natal CEO, Mr. Ndabo Khoza(right) and Durban Port Manager Mr. Ricky Bhikraj

Guests at the breakfast launch

Antonio M.A. Pedro of Mozambique is In that capacity, he was responsible for He is the editor of the Compendium on the new Director of the United Nations promoting, at continental level, integrated Best Practices in Small-scale Mining in Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) infrastructure and natural resources Africa and published other relevant Sub-regional Office for Eastern Africa development, spearheading policy analysis, documents on mining including a policy (SRO-EA) from 1 May 2009. raising awareness and building consensus paper on “Mainstreaming Mineral Wealth

He is a mineral exploration geologist on emerging issues among other things. in Growth and Poverty Reduction (Royal School of Mines, Imperial College, Since 1984, Mr. Pedro has been involved Strategies.”London) with 28 years of broad experience in the promotion of regional integration He convenes the International Study and exposure at national, sub-regional, and and cooperation on the continent. Group to Review Africa's Mining Regimes continental levels. In this respect, he has encouraged and (ISG), an initiative to assess Africa's mining

He has held several managerial and taken leadership in the strategic conceptu- policy landscape to determine the extent to leadership positions nationally and alization and establishment of frameworks which current regimes promote sustainable regionally including as Director-General of for co-operation and collaboration such as development objectives. a sub-regional research centre in Tanzania the first SADC Mining Programme, and the He is a respected international speaker (Southern and Eastern Africa Mineral Africa Mining Partnership. and adviser on natural resources policy, as Centre or SEAMIC) and several state- Equally important was his leading role evidenced by his membership to the Board owned mining companies in Mozambique. in the organization of the 2007 Big Table on of Directors and Advisory Groups of several

Mr. Pedro joined ECA in 2001, coming “Managing Africa's Natural Resources for institutions and global initiatives including from SEAMIC. At the time of his appoint- Growth and Poverty Reduction” and in the the Communities and Small-scale Mining ment as the new Director of the SRO-EA, formulation of the Yaounde Vision on (CASM) and the Diamond Development Antonio Pedro was Chief of Infrastructure Artisanal and Small-scale Mining and the Initiative (DDI).and Natural Resources Development at Africa Mining Vision, adopted in February He takes over from Mr. Patrick ECA's headquarters in Addis Ababa, 2009 by the African Union Summit of Heads Bugembe who has proceeded on retirement Ethiopia. of State. after a long stint with the ECA.

New Chief at ECA-Kigali

Cruise News Cruise News

Issue 1 2009 27Issue 1 2009 26

Members of a Task Force met in Nairobi hardly been tapped yet. CIOA is a on 24th March 2009 to develop a long regional organization established with term strategy for the Cruise Indian the objective of promoting the region as Ocean Association. The strategy is aimed a whole in a concerted effort, as an at developing a brand for the Indian attractive cruise destination and also to Ocean circuit with a view to creating achieve harmonization of procedures opportunities for continued growth. The and formalities relating to the reception ultimate goal is to increase the market of cruise ships and passengers at the share of cruise shipping in the region by ports in the regionattracting more and more vessels and It draws its members from ports and their passengers. tourism boards and these include Cape destinations to attract more passengers. CIOA's vision is to position the Southern Town Routes Unlimited, Djibouti Ports With a unified approach the Indian and East Coast of Africa as an attractive Authority, Kenya Ports Authority, Kenya Ocean region is able to provide the destination for cruise liner itineraries. Tourist Board, Sudan Sea Ports requisite attractions and programmes to The Association will ensure presentation Corporation, Tanzania Ports Authority, influence the choice of visit by the lines of a strong position for the destination Tanzania Tourist Board, Transnet and tourists.in the international cruise market. The National Ports Authority of South Africa, The prospects for the sector are still cruise shipping companies are con- and Tourism KwaZulu-Natal.high even with the threat of the world stantly looking for new and exciting (By Jemimah Mwanyumba)economic meltdown, as the potential has

Brand Strategy for CIOA

heritage the region possessed saying that the onus was on the various organisations to tap it to create dividends for their country's and peoples.He said that despite the global financial meltdown, recent industry reports are encouraging. Mr. Mulewa however warned of the threat posed by piracy off Somalia which he noted needed collective effort to resolve because of its inherent ability to disrupt growth in the shipping and tourism industry.The meeting was attended by Tourism KwaZulu Natal Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ndabo Khoza and the general manager for Tourism Services Mr.

outh Africa has launched its James Seymour among others.chapter of the Cruise Indian Meanwhile, Durban town is planning to Ocean Association (CIOA) as S host the MS Westerdam one of the

plans emerged of a marketing blitz ahead the growth stage of the industry's life leading world cruise ships during the of the 2010 Fifa World Cup to sell the cycle thus providing a great opportunity World Cup season with its high end tourist destinations in the country. for our ports to contribute significantly spending passengers.

to the industry,” he said.CIOA is an off-shoot of the Port MS Westerdam is the 14th best rated Management Association of Eastern and CIOA's principal objective, he added was liner in the world while it's sister ship the Southern Africa (PMAESA) to market to promote the entire region in a MS Northerdam will be berthed in Cape the region together with the Indian concerted effort, as an attractive cruise Town during the same period.Ocean Islands as strategic destinations destination and also to achieve harmoni- Tour operators are offering packages for for the lucrative cruise tourism industry. zation of procedures and formalities the passengers on board the two vessels

relating to the reception of cruise ships CIOA is angling itself for a slice of the which will not only include the football and passengers at the ports in this part of global cruise industry which is currently matches but also safaris and ecotourism the world. dominated by the Caribbean and raves.

Mediterranean regions despite the He outlined the generous natural abundance of natural and man-made attractions in the PMAESA region.The CIOA South African branch was launched in May by the Chairman of the Association Mr. James Mulewa at the Hilton Hotel Indaba in Durban.He lauded the role played by among others Tourism KwaZulu Natal and Transnet National Ports Authority for their effort in launching the only second chapter of the association after the Kenya one was launched in 2004.“Members of PMAESA appreciate the fact that cruise shipping is one of the fastest growing sectors of the interna-tional tourism industry handling about 13.5 million passengers yearly. Furthermore, the cruise sector is still in

S.A. Launches Aggressive Cruise Campaign

Year

20092010201120122013

Estimated CruisePassengers Worldwide

19 million20.2 million21.2 million22.5 million23.7 million

Growth

7.6 %6.1 %5 %6.1 %5.6 %

Worldwide Cruise Fleet

300 ships at the end of 2005340 ships at the end of 2010415 ships at the end of 2020

Average Capacity Per Ship

1,1831,4711,747

Worldwide Cruise Passengers 2009 - 2013 The Cruise Industry

PMAESA Chairman, Mr. James Mulewa launches the new CIOA chapterin Durban. Looking on is Tourism Kwa-Zulu Natal CEO, Mr. Ndabo Khoza(right) and Durban Port Manager Mr. Ricky Bhikraj

Guests at the breakfast launch

Antonio M.A. Pedro of Mozambique is In that capacity, he was responsible for He is the editor of the Compendium on the new Director of the United Nations promoting, at continental level, integrated Best Practices in Small-scale Mining in Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) infrastructure and natural resources Africa and published other relevant Sub-regional Office for Eastern Africa development, spearheading policy analysis, documents on mining including a policy (SRO-EA) from 1 May 2009. raising awareness and building consensus paper on “Mainstreaming Mineral Wealth

He is a mineral exploration geologist on emerging issues among other things. in Growth and Poverty Reduction (Royal School of Mines, Imperial College, Since 1984, Mr. Pedro has been involved Strategies.”London) with 28 years of broad experience in the promotion of regional integration He convenes the International Study and exposure at national, sub-regional, and and cooperation on the continent. Group to Review Africa's Mining Regimes continental levels. In this respect, he has encouraged and (ISG), an initiative to assess Africa's mining

He has held several managerial and taken leadership in the strategic conceptu- policy landscape to determine the extent to leadership positions nationally and alization and establishment of frameworks which current regimes promote sustainable regionally including as Director-General of for co-operation and collaboration such as development objectives. a sub-regional research centre in Tanzania the first SADC Mining Programme, and the He is a respected international speaker (Southern and Eastern Africa Mineral Africa Mining Partnership. and adviser on natural resources policy, as Centre or SEAMIC) and several state- Equally important was his leading role evidenced by his membership to the Board owned mining companies in Mozambique. in the organization of the 2007 Big Table on of Directors and Advisory Groups of several

Mr. Pedro joined ECA in 2001, coming “Managing Africa's Natural Resources for institutions and global initiatives including from SEAMIC. At the time of his appoint- Growth and Poverty Reduction” and in the the Communities and Small-scale Mining ment as the new Director of the SRO-EA, formulation of the Yaounde Vision on (CASM) and the Diamond Development Antonio Pedro was Chief of Infrastructure Artisanal and Small-scale Mining and the Initiative (DDI).and Natural Resources Development at Africa Mining Vision, adopted in February He takes over from Mr. Patrick ECA's headquarters in Addis Ababa, 2009 by the African Union Summit of Heads Bugembe who has proceeded on retirement Ethiopia. of State. after a long stint with the ECA.

New Chief at ECA-Kigali

Cruise News Cruise News

Issue 1 2009 29Issue 1 2009 28

Ignore African Ports at your Peril

AP Moller group, the global port terminal operator has introduced new state of the art cranes in its Nigeria Apapa Port Complex to increase productivity and efficiency.The new cranes are expected to double the complexes service delivery in the short term.Speaking at the commissioning in March this year Managing Director Mr. Michael Lund Hansen said that his company's investment in the port industry in Nigeria has resulted in the increase in cargo through-put capacity and productivity.The Commissioning was attended by the Minister of Transport Alhaji Ibrahim Bio who stressed the need for increased port concessioning to improve the performance of port facilities in Nigeria. besides the increase in investment, there has been Each crane is 27.4 metres high with a weight of 160 The Minister asked other terminal operators to an increase in the number of Nigerians which tonnes.emulate APM terminals by expanding their scope currently stands at 820. The four brand new Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes of their logistics in consonance with their various “With this new addition of modern yard (RTGs) are valued at more than $7million. concession agreements. equipment, APM Terminals Apapa Ltd once again APM Terminals took over operations at the Apapa The Government of Nigeria he added would keep sets the pace for modernisation of the Nigerian Container Terminal three years ago and have since vigil on the activities of concessionaires to ensure ports” he stated. Mr. Hansen said that each RTG then invested $100million in equipment, compliance to development plans and objectives. crane had the capacity of 4 or 5 Reach stackers and construction, works, IT systems and training. The terminal operator boss also disclosed that would operate on block stacks of 7 wide and 5 high. Adapted from Godwin Oritse

New RTG’s for AP Moller's Apapa Complex

If Mediterranean entrance to the tive to road and rail,” he said.ports continue to Mediterranean. A similar warning was voiced by the ignore the bustling Such a move President of Savona Port who said port developments could hit the continued indifference to developing on the African fortunes of ports on the North African side coupled coastline, they Western with narrow national differences could would live to rue Mediterranean lead to future losses.the obvious loss of ports, he said. Western Mediterranean ports must business ahead. Mr Tajani also cooperate with emerging ports on the The European tackled the opposite side of the Mediterranean for Union's commis- issue of the greater good of the region, Mr. sioner for transport recession with Cristoforo Canavese said.issued a stark delegates at the Mr. Canavese, who is also Vice warning to International President of the Italian Ports' Mediterranean Association of Association, called on Italy, France and ports this week to Ports and Spain to put aside national differences to find an intercon- Harbours' boost trade to the Mediterranean. “We nection with Africa conference, need to work together with the Western or risk losing West stating: Mediterranean ports and we must Mediterranean “The current collaborate with the emerging ports and business as vessels economic crisis harbours on the other side of the basin,” re-route around the raises big he said.Cape. questions as to He acknowledged that there would likely Antonio Tajani, the adjustment be clashes with “national level custom-vice president of EU Commission and of our industry, both maritime and ers,” but added that cooperation would commissioner in charge of transport, ports. I'm convinced that thanks to the lead to “greater cohesion between the raised the prospect of ships avoiding the EU and the global reaction that this West Mediterranean ports cluster.”tumultuous Somalian coast, opting crisis will turnaround in 2010. “The trade must find us ready,” Mr instead to enter the Mediterranean “We have to reduce bureaucracy and Canavese concluded.through the Straits of Gibraltar at the make maritime transportation competi-

Given the international thrust of after a thorough tender simultaneouslyNamport's current business development procedure. The newly The arrival of the 5th drive, particularly for imports and exports acquired mobile has a mobile harbour crane though the Port of Walvis Bay and the lifting capacity of 104 coincides strategically Walvis Bay Corridor linking the SADC tons. It is a model LHM with the Port Expansion region with global markets, it has become 500 mobile harbour crane, plan which includes imperative for us to provide world class equipped with a Litronic acquiring state of the art customer service, especially in operations computer system and self- equipment, to ensure to ensure effective cargo handling and fast levelling under carriage. that we keep our vision ship turnaround times and customer The system not only real...to be the first-choice centred services. controls the handling of world class ser vice To this end, this fifth mobile harbour cargo, but also continu- provider in Africa.crane effectively increases our capacity in o u s l y m o n i t o r s a l l The crane arrived in the this regard, and will assist in taking the technical systems and Port of Walvis Bay on 5 Port of Walvis Bay to the next level of parameters, and ensures May 2009, onboard the business development. The port can now the safe operation of the MV Beluga Projects. It attract ungeared ships, which means ships crane under all condi- will take approximately without their own cranes -this will tions. The self-weight of the crane is 441 4-5 days for the assembly of the crane, and broaden the market scope of the port tons, and the cabin height is 24.2m. The additional 5 days for the final fine tuning tremendously. mobile harbour crane is equipped with before the crane will be ready to be The crane costs approximately N$ 40 twin lift spreaders, which is capable of commissionedmillion, and was purchased from Liebherr offloading two (2) 12 m containers

Fifth Mobile Harbour Crane for the Port of Walvis Bay

of the country's external trade, will be developed further to serve primarily domestic needs. Currently, Djen Djen handles only bulk traffic.The latest addition to DP World's global terminal portfolio is expected to attract significant new investment, and create thousands of new jobs in a region with one of the youngest populations in North Africa.DP World Djen Djen will benefit immediately from the introduction of a highly experienced management team, as well as training opportuni-ties for terminal staff.DP World Djazair employees have already completed advanced simulator instruction at DP World's flagship terminal Jebel Ali, in Dubai, and are currently undergoing on-the-job training at DP World's Doraleh Container Terminal.

DP World has formally taken over operations at yet The ceremony took place in the city of Jijel, Mr. Tarik El Farouki, Director General, DP World another port in Algeria -the Port of Djen Djen. approximately 11 Km west of the terminal. Those Djen Djen, said: “DP World is delighted to be

present included Mr. Touati Yahya, the Ministry of The port will henceforth be known as DP World partnering with Algeria to develop Djen Djen's Transport's representative in the province of Jijel, Djen Djen, in accordance with a 30-year operating tremendous potential. The terminal will have an Mr. Anil Singh, Senior Vice-President and concession signed early last month. immediate positive effect on the local economy Managing Director for Africa Region, DP World DP World Djen Djen is the second DP World through job and business creation, significant new and Mr. Tarik El Farouki, Director General of DP concession in Algeria, the first being the Port of training opportunities and the provision of World Djen Djen.Algiers, now DP World Djazair, whose handover efficient, quality logistics services,” Mr. Anil Singh DP World Djen Djen, located 350 kilometres east was completed on March 19 of this year. added, “The Port of Djen Djen, now DP World of the Algerian capital, is fundamental to the Djen Djen, will play a critical role in facilitating Officials from the Ministry of Transport and the country's long-term growth strategy. The port is Algeria's growth and development. We are very Ministry of Industry and Foreign Investment the main terminus for the eastern part of the excited to be able to put the management expertise, joined senior DP World management at a country, and will be developed as a transshipment technology and entrepreneurial spirit of DP World ceremony to mark the official handover of the hub for the western Mediterranean. to work in realising Djen Djen's potential, both for terminal to the new entity, a joint venture between DP World Djazair, which handles more than 60% the benefit of our customers and the Algerian people.”DP World and the Algerian port authority.

DP World Now takes over Djen Djen Port

From right: Mr. Anil Singh (SVP DP World and GM of Africa region)Mr. Touati Yahya (from the Transport Ministry, Wilaya of Jijel)Mr. Mohamed Atmane (Pres. DP World Djen Djen)during the hand-over of port of Djen Djen to DP World

From right: Mr. Anil Singh (SVP DP World and GM of Africa region)Mr. Touati Yahya (from the Transport Ministry, Wilaya of Jijel)Mr. Mohamed Atmane (Pres. DP World Djen Djen)during the hand-over of port of Djen Djen to DP World

Apapa Complex, NigeriaApapa Complex, Nigeria

Mr. Antonio TajaniMr. Antonio Tajani

The LHM 500 mobile craneThe LHM 500 mobile crane

Regional Regional

Issue 1 2009 29Issue 1 2009 28

Ignore African Ports at your Peril

AP Moller group, the global port terminal operator has introduced new state of the art cranes in its Nigeria Apapa Port Complex to increase productivity and efficiency.The new cranes are expected to double the complexes service delivery in the short term.Speaking at the commissioning in March this year Managing Director Mr. Michael Lund Hansen said that his company's investment in the port industry in Nigeria has resulted in the increase in cargo through-put capacity and productivity.The Commissioning was attended by the Minister of Transport Alhaji Ibrahim Bio who stressed the need for increased port concessioning to improve the performance of port facilities in Nigeria. besides the increase in investment, there has been Each crane is 27.4 metres high with a weight of 160 The Minister asked other terminal operators to an increase in the number of Nigerians which tonnes.emulate APM terminals by expanding their scope currently stands at 820. The four brand new Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes of their logistics in consonance with their various “With this new addition of modern yard (RTGs) are valued at more than $7million. concession agreements. equipment, APM Terminals Apapa Ltd once again APM Terminals took over operations at the Apapa The Government of Nigeria he added would keep sets the pace for modernisation of the Nigerian Container Terminal three years ago and have since vigil on the activities of concessionaires to ensure ports” he stated. Mr. Hansen said that each RTG then invested $100million in equipment, compliance to development plans and objectives. crane had the capacity of 4 or 5 Reach stackers and construction, works, IT systems and training. The terminal operator boss also disclosed that would operate on block stacks of 7 wide and 5 high. Adapted from Godwin Oritse

New RTG’s for AP Moller's Apapa Complex

If Mediterranean entrance to the tive to road and rail,” he said.ports continue to Mediterranean. A similar warning was voiced by the ignore the bustling Such a move President of Savona Port who said port developments could hit the continued indifference to developing on the African fortunes of ports on the North African side coupled coastline, they Western with narrow national differences could would live to rue Mediterranean lead to future losses.the obvious loss of ports, he said. Western Mediterranean ports must business ahead. Mr Tajani also cooperate with emerging ports on the The European tackled the opposite side of the Mediterranean for Union's commis- issue of the greater good of the region, Mr. sioner for transport recession with Cristoforo Canavese said.issued a stark delegates at the Mr. Canavese, who is also Vice warning to International President of the Italian Ports' Mediterranean Association of Association, called on Italy, France and ports this week to Ports and Spain to put aside national differences to find an intercon- Harbours' boost trade to the Mediterranean. “We nection with Africa conference, need to work together with the Western or risk losing West stating: Mediterranean ports and we must Mediterranean “The current collaborate with the emerging ports and business as vessels economic crisis harbours on the other side of the basin,” re-route around the raises big he said.Cape. questions as to He acknowledged that there would likely Antonio Tajani, the adjustment be clashes with “national level custom-vice president of EU Commission and of our industry, both maritime and ers,” but added that cooperation would commissioner in charge of transport, ports. I'm convinced that thanks to the lead to “greater cohesion between the raised the prospect of ships avoiding the EU and the global reaction that this West Mediterranean ports cluster.”tumultuous Somalian coast, opting crisis will turnaround in 2010. “The trade must find us ready,” Mr instead to enter the Mediterranean “We have to reduce bureaucracy and Canavese concluded.through the Straits of Gibraltar at the make maritime transportation competi-

Given the international thrust of after a thorough tender simultaneouslyNamport's current business development procedure. The newly The arrival of the 5th drive, particularly for imports and exports acquired mobile has a mobile harbour crane though the Port of Walvis Bay and the lifting capacity of 104 coincides strategically Walvis Bay Corridor linking the SADC tons. It is a model LHM with the Port Expansion region with global markets, it has become 500 mobile harbour crane, plan which includes imperative for us to provide world class equipped with a Litronic acquiring state of the art customer service, especially in operations computer system and self- equipment, to ensure to ensure effective cargo handling and fast levelling under carriage. that we keep our vision ship turnaround times and customer The system not only real...to be the first-choice centred services. controls the handling of world class ser vice To this end, this fifth mobile harbour cargo, but also continu- provider in Africa.crane effectively increases our capacity in o u s l y m o n i t o r s a l l The crane arrived in the this regard, and will assist in taking the technical systems and Port of Walvis Bay on 5 Port of Walvis Bay to the next level of parameters, and ensures May 2009, onboard the business development. The port can now the safe operation of the MV Beluga Projects. It attract ungeared ships, which means ships crane under all condi- will take approximately without their own cranes -this will tions. The self-weight of the crane is 441 4-5 days for the assembly of the crane, and broaden the market scope of the port tons, and the cabin height is 24.2m. The additional 5 days for the final fine tuning tremendously. mobile harbour crane is equipped with before the crane will be ready to be The crane costs approximately N$ 40 twin lift spreaders, which is capable of commissionedmillion, and was purchased from Liebherr offloading two (2) 12 m containers

Fifth Mobile Harbour Crane for the Port of Walvis Bay

of the country's external trade, will be developed further to serve primarily domestic needs. Currently, Djen Djen handles only bulk traffic.The latest addition to DP World's global terminal portfolio is expected to attract significant new investment, and create thousands of new jobs in a region with one of the youngest populations in North Africa.DP World Djen Djen will benefit immediately from the introduction of a highly experienced management team, as well as training opportuni-ties for terminal staff.DP World Djazair employees have already completed advanced simulator instruction at DP World's flagship terminal Jebel Ali, in Dubai, and are currently undergoing on-the-job training at DP World's Doraleh Container Terminal.

DP World has formally taken over operations at yet The ceremony took place in the city of Jijel, Mr. Tarik El Farouki, Director General, DP World another port in Algeria -the Port of Djen Djen. approximately 11 Km west of the terminal. Those Djen Djen, said: “DP World is delighted to be

present included Mr. Touati Yahya, the Ministry of The port will henceforth be known as DP World partnering with Algeria to develop Djen Djen's Transport's representative in the province of Jijel, Djen Djen, in accordance with a 30-year operating tremendous potential. The terminal will have an Mr. Anil Singh, Senior Vice-President and concession signed early last month. immediate positive effect on the local economy Managing Director for Africa Region, DP World DP World Djen Djen is the second DP World through job and business creation, significant new and Mr. Tarik El Farouki, Director General of DP concession in Algeria, the first being the Port of training opportunities and the provision of World Djen Djen.Algiers, now DP World Djazair, whose handover efficient, quality logistics services,” Mr. Anil Singh DP World Djen Djen, located 350 kilometres east was completed on March 19 of this year. added, “The Port of Djen Djen, now DP World of the Algerian capital, is fundamental to the Djen Djen, will play a critical role in facilitating Officials from the Ministry of Transport and the country's long-term growth strategy. The port is Algeria's growth and development. We are very Ministry of Industry and Foreign Investment the main terminus for the eastern part of the excited to be able to put the management expertise, joined senior DP World management at a country, and will be developed as a transshipment technology and entrepreneurial spirit of DP World ceremony to mark the official handover of the hub for the western Mediterranean. to work in realising Djen Djen's potential, both for terminal to the new entity, a joint venture between DP World Djazair, which handles more than 60% the benefit of our customers and the Algerian people.”DP World and the Algerian port authority.

DP World Now takes over Djen Djen Port

From right: Mr. Anil Singh (SVP DP World and GM of Africa region)Mr. Touati Yahya (from the Transport Ministry, Wilaya of Jijel)Mr. Mohamed Atmane (Pres. DP World Djen Djen)during the hand-over of port of Djen Djen to DP World

From right: Mr. Anil Singh (SVP DP World and GM of Africa region)Mr. Touati Yahya (from the Transport Ministry, Wilaya of Jijel)Mr. Mohamed Atmane (Pres. DP World Djen Djen)during the hand-over of port of Djen Djen to DP World

Apapa Complex, NigeriaApapa Complex, Nigeria

Mr. Antonio TajaniMr. Antonio Tajani

The LHM 500 mobile craneThe LHM 500 mobile crane

Regional Regional

Issue 1 2009 30 Issue 1 2009 31

Roger Harris is to become the He commented: “I am very Executive Director of the International pleased to join the ICSW at this Committee on Seafarers Welfare (ICSW), important moment. It is a time of the umbrella charity for seafarers’ welfare economic uncertainty for the organisations around the world. Roger maritime industry and also for Harris (53) has over 20 years of experi- seafarers, and the ICSW will help to ence of fundraising, campaigning and meet this challenge and provide management in a wide range of organisa- assistance to the seafarers of the tions. Most recently he was Head of world.” Roger will be undergoing an Corporate Services and Projects at extensive induction period and will be Concern Worldwide (UK), an interna- travelling to meet as many of the tional humanitarian organisation working towards poverty members as possible. He will attend the regional welfare meetings eradication in the developing world. in South East Asia in Jakarta and the South Asia meeting in

Chittagong. He will also attend a Nordic Council meeting and He takes on the ICSW with a mandate to increase the profile visit members in Finland, New York, Geneva and London. His and membership of the organisation and to implement projects email address is: roger.harris@icsw.org.ukwhich meet the needs of the world’s seafaring community.

Auditors. He is also the A new Commercial Director, President of the German-Djama Ibrahim Darar, has D j i b o u t i a n C u l t u r a l been assigned to DP World's Association, which promotes Djibouti Port replacing cultural exchanges between Aboubaker Omar Hadi.Djibouti and Germany.The new Commercia l In his newly appointed post, Director envisions working Mr. Darar says he is bracing c lose ly w ith a l l Por t himself to give all support stakeholders and particularly required to meet the demands Ethiopian business people of Ethiopian importers and and companies who are the

exporters using the Port of predominant port clients to Djibouti. The port today deliver enhanced services.

predominantly serves Ethiopian trade to the Djama Ibrahim joined Djibouti Port in extent that 85% of its services are geared to November 1985 as supervisor of the Ethiopia. He stresses his office, as well as all Container Terminal Technical Department, departments in the port, are open to respond and has served the port in various key to any inquiry or solve any difficulty faced by management positions such as Technical the customers.Advisor of Port General Manager, Head of The new Commercial Director has his work Purchasing Department and Head of cut out as the dynamic port is undergoing an Invoicing and Documentation Department.array of changes to meet the increasing Mr. Darar obtained his undergraduate demand for its services. As Ethiopia's degree in Management of Enterprises and economy continues to expand rapidly and his second degree in Management and international trade holds an increasing Internal consultancy in France; the first prominence, the Port has been upgrading certification was in Marseille while the later and installing new facilities to alleviate was from Aix-en-Provence. He is also congestion reported earlier in the year.certified from the Centre for Economy, But Mr. Darar believes he is up to the Finance and Banking.challenge, emphasizing that he will take new Mr. Darar is a member of the French Institute and integrated approaches to meeting the of Auditing and Internal Control, which is demands of the job.affiliated with the Institute of Internal

New Executive Head for ICSW

Veteran Djama New Commercial Director

Appointments

South Africa's Kumi Naidoo will take up the role of Executive Director of Greenpeace International in November. Mr. Naidoo will take over from Mr. Gerd Leipold who is stepping down after an eight year stint as Greenpeace's activist-in-chief. Kumi was part of the successful struggle against apartheid in his native South Africa where he took part in numerous activists roles.He is a Rhodes Scholar who for ten years was the General Secretary of CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation. Today he sits on the board of Greenpeace Africa and chairs the Global Campaign for Climate Action, of which Greenpeace is a member.Kumi brings with him a deep involvement with and passion for activism, peaceful direct action, particularly with the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa, and a longstanding admiration for Greenpeace. His experience in campaigning, fundraising, advocacy, policy work, networked organizations and leading a major change process, will all be very important assets to Greenpeace. “Kumi will continue to address our common priority for this year, which is to do everything we can to ensure world leaders seal the right deal at the Copenhagen climate summit: one which gets CO2 emissions under control, protects tropical rainforests, and replaces dirty fossil fuel energy with renewables and energy efficiency,” said a statement from Greenpeace International circulated on the internet.

Naidoo for Greenpeace

Hot Seat

Mr. Djama I. DararMr. Djama I. Darar

Mr. Kumi NaidooMr. Kumi Naidoo

Mr. Roger HarrisMr. Roger Harris

�D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �p�o�r�t� �i�s� �t�h�e� �T�a�n�z�a�n�i�a� �M�a�l�a�w�i�,� �Z�a�m�b�i�a�,� �D�e�m�o�c�r�a�t�i�c� �R�e�p�u�b�l�i�c� �o�f� �S�i�x�t�e�e�n� �(�1�6�)� �L�i�g�h�t�e�r� �T�o�w�i�n�g� �T�u�g�s� �p�r�i�n�c�i�p�a�l� �p�o�r�t� �w�i�t�h� �a� �r�a�t�e�d� �c�a�p�a�c�i�t�y� �o�f� �4�.�1� �C�o�n�g�o�,� �B�u�r�u�n�d�i�,� �R�w�a�n�d�a� �a�n�d� �U�g�a�n�d�a�.� �F�o�u�r� �(�4�)� �L�i�g�h�t�e�r�s� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �(�d�w�t�)� �d�r�y� �c�a�r�g�o� �a�n�d� �6�.�0� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �i�s� �s�t�r�a�t�e�g�i�c�a�l�l�y� �p�l�a�c�e�d� �t�o� �s�e�r�v�e� �a�s� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �L�a�b�o�u�r� �L�a�u�n�c�h�e�s� �(�d�w�t�)� �b�u�l�k� �l�i�q�u�i�d� �c�a�r�g�o�.� �a� �c�o�n�v�e�n�i�e�n�t� �f�r�e�i�g�h�t� �l�i�n�k�a�g�e� �n�o�t� �o�n�l�y� �t�o� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �P�i�l�o�t� �B�o�a�t�s� �T�h�e� �P�o�r�t� �h�a�s� �a� �t�o�t�a�l� �q�u�a�y� �l�e�n�g�t�h� �o�f� �a�b�o�u�t� �a�n�d� �f �r�o�m� �E�a�s�t� �a�n�d� �C�e�n�t �r�a�l � �A�f �r �i �c�a� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �P�a�t�r�o�l� �B�o�a�t�s� �2�,�0�0�0� �m�e�t�r�e�s� �w�i�t�h� �e�l�e�v�e�n� �d�e�e�p�-�w�a�t�e�r� �c�o�u�n�t�r�i�e�s� �b�u�t� �a�l�s�o� �t�o� �m�i�d�d�l�e� �a�n�d� �F�a�r� �E�a�s�t�,� �T�h�i�r�t�e�e�n� �(�1�3�)� �M�o�o�r�i�n�g� �B�o�a�t�s� �b�e�r�t�h�s�. �E�u�r�o�p�e�,� �A�u�s�t�r�a�l�i�a� �a�n�d� �A�m�e�r�i�c�a�. �T�h�e� �i�n�t�r�i�n�s�i�c� �c�a�p�a�c�i�t�y� �o�f� �t�h�e� �P�o�r�t� �o�f� �D�a�r�-�D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �p�o�r�t� �h�a�n�d�l�e�s� �a�b�o�u�t� �9�5�%� �o�f� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �o�f� �D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �h�a�s� �t�h�e� �E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �i�s�:� �g�e�n�e�r�a�l� �c�a�r�g�o� �3�.�1� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�h�e� �T�a�n�z�a�n�i�a� �i�n�t�e�r�n�a�t�i�o�n�a�l� �t�r�a�d�e�.� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �f�o�l�l�o�w�i�n�g� �m�a�r�i�n�e� �c�r�a�f�t�s �t�o�n�n�e�s�,� �c�o�n�t�a�i�n�e�r� �1� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�o�n�n�e�s� �a�n�d� � �s �e�r �v�e�s� �t �h�e� �l �a�n�d�l �o�c�k�e�d� �c�o�u�n�t �r �i �e�s� �o�f � �S�i�x� �(�6�)� �B�e�r�t�h�i�n�g� �T�u�g�s� �l�i�q�u�i�d� �b�u�l�k� �6� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�o�n�n�e�s�

Dar Port on the MoveTanzania

Aerial view of Dar PortJason Ruhaiguruza(left) takes visitors on a tour of the port (photos: TPA)

Issue 1 2009 30 Issue 1 2009 31

Roger Harris is to become the He commented: “I am very Executive Director of the International pleased to join the ICSW at this Committee on Seafarers Welfare (ICSW), important moment. It is a time of the umbrella charity for seafarers’ welfare economic uncertainty for the organisations around the world. Roger maritime industry and also for Harris (53) has over 20 years of experi- seafarers, and the ICSW will help to ence of fundraising, campaigning and meet this challenge and provide management in a wide range of organisa- assistance to the seafarers of the tions. Most recently he was Head of world.” Roger will be undergoing an Corporate Services and Projects at extensive induction period and will be Concern Worldwide (UK), an interna- travelling to meet as many of the tional humanitarian organisation working towards poverty members as possible. He will attend the regional welfare meetings eradication in the developing world. in South East Asia in Jakarta and the South Asia meeting in

Chittagong. He will also attend a Nordic Council meeting and He takes on the ICSW with a mandate to increase the profile visit members in Finland, New York, Geneva and London. His and membership of the organisation and to implement projects email address is: roger.harris@icsw.org.ukwhich meet the needs of the world’s seafaring community.

Auditors. He is also the A new Commercial Director, President of the German-Djama Ibrahim Darar, has D j i b o u t i a n C u l t u r a l been assigned to DP World's Association, which promotes Djibouti Port replacing cultural exchanges between Aboubaker Omar Hadi.Djibouti and Germany.The new Commercia l In his newly appointed post, Director envisions working Mr. Darar says he is bracing c lose ly w ith a l l Por t himself to give all support stakeholders and particularly required to meet the demands Ethiopian business people of Ethiopian importers and and companies who are the

exporters using the Port of predominant port clients to Djibouti. The port today deliver enhanced services.

predominantly serves Ethiopian trade to the Djama Ibrahim joined Djibouti Port in extent that 85% of its services are geared to November 1985 as supervisor of the Ethiopia. He stresses his office, as well as all Container Terminal Technical Department, departments in the port, are open to respond and has served the port in various key to any inquiry or solve any difficulty faced by management positions such as Technical the customers.Advisor of Port General Manager, Head of The new Commercial Director has his work Purchasing Department and Head of cut out as the dynamic port is undergoing an Invoicing and Documentation Department.array of changes to meet the increasing Mr. Darar obtained his undergraduate demand for its services. As Ethiopia's degree in Management of Enterprises and economy continues to expand rapidly and his second degree in Management and international trade holds an increasing Internal consultancy in France; the first prominence, the Port has been upgrading certification was in Marseille while the later and installing new facilities to alleviate was from Aix-en-Provence. He is also congestion reported earlier in the year.certified from the Centre for Economy, But Mr. Darar believes he is up to the Finance and Banking.challenge, emphasizing that he will take new Mr. Darar is a member of the French Institute and integrated approaches to meeting the of Auditing and Internal Control, which is demands of the job.affiliated with the Institute of Internal

New Executive Head for ICSW

Veteran Djama New Commercial Director

Appointments

South Africa's Kumi Naidoo will take up the role of Executive Director of Greenpeace International in November. Mr. Naidoo will take over from Mr. Gerd Leipold who is stepping down after an eight year stint as Greenpeace's activist-in-chief. Kumi was part of the successful struggle against apartheid in his native South Africa where he took part in numerous activists roles.He is a Rhodes Scholar who for ten years was the General Secretary of CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation. Today he sits on the board of Greenpeace Africa and chairs the Global Campaign for Climate Action, of which Greenpeace is a member.Kumi brings with him a deep involvement with and passion for activism, peaceful direct action, particularly with the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa, and a longstanding admiration for Greenpeace. His experience in campaigning, fundraising, advocacy, policy work, networked organizations and leading a major change process, will all be very important assets to Greenpeace. “Kumi will continue to address our common priority for this year, which is to do everything we can to ensure world leaders seal the right deal at the Copenhagen climate summit: one which gets CO2 emissions under control, protects tropical rainforests, and replaces dirty fossil fuel energy with renewables and energy efficiency,” said a statement from Greenpeace International circulated on the internet.

Naidoo for Greenpeace

Hot Seat

Mr. Djama I. DararMr. Djama I. Darar

Mr. Kumi NaidooMr. Kumi Naidoo

Mr. Roger HarrisMr. Roger Harris

�D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �p�o�r�t� �i�s� �t�h�e� �T�a�n�z�a�n�i�a� �M�a�l�a�w�i�,� �Z�a�m�b�i�a�,� �D�e�m�o�c�r�a�t�i�c� �R�e�p�u�b�l�i�c� �o�f� �S�i�x�t�e�e�n� �(�1�6�)� �L�i�g�h�t�e�r� �T�o�w�i�n�g� �T�u�g�s� �p�r�i�n�c�i�p�a�l� �p�o�r�t� �w�i�t�h� �a� �r�a�t�e�d� �c�a�p�a�c�i�t�y� �o�f� �4�.�1� �C�o�n�g�o�,� �B�u�r�u�n�d�i�,� �R�w�a�n�d�a� �a�n�d� �U�g�a�n�d�a�.� �F�o�u�r� �(�4�)� �L�i�g�h�t�e�r�s� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �(�d�w�t�)� �d�r�y� �c�a�r�g�o� �a�n�d� �6�.�0� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �i�s� �s�t�r�a�t�e�g�i�c�a�l�l�y� �p�l�a�c�e�d� �t�o� �s�e�r�v�e� �a�s� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �L�a�b�o�u�r� �L�a�u�n�c�h�e�s� �(�d�w�t�)� �b�u�l�k� �l�i�q�u�i�d� �c�a�r�g�o�.� �a� �c�o�n�v�e�n�i�e�n�t� �f�r�e�i�g�h�t� �l�i�n�k�a�g�e� �n�o�t� �o�n�l�y� �t�o� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �P�i�l�o�t� �B�o�a�t�s� �T�h�e� �P�o�r�t� �h�a�s� �a� �t�o�t�a�l� �q�u�a�y� �l�e�n�g�t�h� �o�f� �a�b�o�u�t� �a�n�d� �f �r�o�m� �E�a�s�t� �a�n�d� �C�e�n�t �r�a�l � �A�f �r �i �c�a� �T�w�o� �(�2�)� �P�a�t�r�o�l� �B�o�a�t�s� �2�,�0�0�0� �m�e�t�r�e�s� �w�i�t�h� �e�l�e�v�e�n� �d�e�e�p�-�w�a�t�e�r� �c�o�u�n�t�r�i�e�s� �b�u�t� �a�l�s�o� �t�o� �m�i�d�d�l�e� �a�n�d� �F�a�r� �E�a�s�t�,� �T�h�i�r�t�e�e�n� �(�1�3�)� �M�o�o�r�i�n�g� �B�o�a�t�s� �b�e�r�t�h�s�. �E�u�r�o�p�e�,� �A�u�s�t�r�a�l�i�a� �a�n�d� �A�m�e�r�i�c�a�. �T�h�e� �i�n�t�r�i�n�s�i�c� �c�a�p�a�c�i�t�y� �o�f� �t�h�e� �P�o�r�t� �o�f� �D�a�r�-�D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �p�o�r�t� �h�a�n�d�l�e�s� �a�b�o�u�t� �9�5�%� �o�f� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �o�f� �D�a�r�-�E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �h�a�s� �t�h�e� �E�s�-�S�a�l�a�a�m� �i�s�:� �g�e�n�e�r�a�l� �c�a�r�g�o� �3�.�1� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�h�e� �T�a�n�z�a�n�i�a� �i�n�t�e�r�n�a�t�i�o�n�a�l� �t�r�a�d�e�.� �T�h�e� �p�o�r�t� �f�o�l�l�o�w�i�n�g� �m�a�r�i�n�e� �c�r�a�f�t�s �t�o�n�n�e�s�,� �c�o�n�t�a�i�n�e�r� �1� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�o�n�n�e�s� �a�n�d� � �s �e�r �v�e�s� �t �h�e� �l �a�n�d�l �o�c�k�e�d� �c�o�u�n�t �r �i �e�s� �o�f � �S�i�x� �(�6�)� �B�e�r�t�h�i�n�g� �T�u�g�s� �l�i�q�u�i�d� �b�u�l�k� �6� �m�i�l�l�i�o�n� �t�o�n�n�e�s�

Dar Port on the MoveTanzania

Aerial view of Dar PortJason Ruhaiguruza(left) takes visitors on a tour of the port (photos: TPA)

Issue 1 2009 32 Issue 1 2009 33

he problem of modern piracy, because of the various connotations it has T

in the case of Somalia, is difficult and complex and a holistic solution may not be easy to find before outstanding political differences are settled on land. Because the perpetrators of these unlawful acts behave with complete disrespect for civil society, unashamedly provoking the rule of law, there is a need to rise to the challenge, redoubling efforts and taking, Governments and industry alike, all the necessary measures to eradicate the scourge.

In November 2008, IMO Secretary General Efthimios Mitropoulos briefed the United Nations Security Council (while

establish stability on land and eventually Council and Assembly) have taken it was considering the situation in contribute to the improvement of the several substantive measures), that IMO Somalia in the context of the UN situation with regard to piracy off its considered it both timely and Secretary General's regular report), coast and in the Gulf of Aden. It was, appropriate to undertake a review of the placing particular emphasis on the three therefore, with satisfaction that the legal situation, in particular with regard areas of concern to IMO relevant to the maritime community greeted the news of to the capture, arrest, prosecution and situation off Somalia and in the Gulf of the Security Council adopting, on 2 and extradition of alleged offenders so that Aden, namely: the protection of 16 December successively, resolutions they may not escape with impunity for seafarers, fishermen and passengers on 1846 and 1851, extending, for another their crimes. To this end, Circular Letter ships sailing in those troubled waters; year, its authorization for countries to 2933 was issued in December 2008, The need to ensure the uninterrupted enter, under certain conditions, Somalia's requesting Member States to submit delivery of humanitarian aid to Somalia territorial waters using "all necessary copies of their national legislation affected by ships chartered by the World measures" to counter piracy and armed together with any pertinent information Food Programme; and the need to robbery at sea. they may have about their domestic laws preserve the integrity of the Gulf of Aden

aiming at combating piracy and armed While there have been some positive - a lane of strategic importance and robbery against ships and prosecuting developments recently (in particular, significance to international shipping the perpetrators of such reprehensible with regard to the situation in waters off and trade, both east and west of the Suez acts. Responses have already been Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, following Canal, which is used by some 22,000 received from a number of countries. intense activity in the United Nations vessels annually, carrying around 8% of

Security Council, which led to the An ongoing activity of the Sub-the world's trade, including more than deployment, in the region, of naval assets Division for Legal Affairs of IMO, which 12% of the total volume of oil and military aircraft belonging to certain is being conducted in consultation with transported by sea, as well as raw political or defence alliances and several the UN Office on Drugs and Crime and materials carried by bulk carriers and individual countries), the fact remains the UN Division for Ocean Affairs and finished goods transported by that, in the absence of adequate national the Law of the Sea, concerns the containerships. laws, the arrest and prosecution of provision of legal advice on the From the response of the Security pirates remains extremely difficult. application of the United Nations Council and other entities concerned,

Convention on the Law of the Sea and It is in consideration of this, and also including the African Union, one can be the Suppression of Unlawful Acts treaty with the aim of contributing further to hopeful that the measures taken, and instruments, which are the overarching the anti-piracy strategy of the those in the process of implementation, international legal instruments to Organization (in respect of which all the will help to move the political process in combat piracy at sea.IMO bodies concerned (the MSC, Somalia forward; assist the country to

A Global Headache

M O S e c re t a r y - G e n e r a l Efthimios E. Mitropoulos held a meeting in March with I

the "Round Table of international shipping associations", i.e. BIMCO, ICS/ISF, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO), and of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), to review developments relating to piracy (and other issues).

The participants welcomed the concerted efforts of the interna-tional community, spearheaded by the United Nations, IMO and the industry, to protect shipping from acts of piracy and armed robbery off Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden, noting, with satisfaction,

operations by naval, coastguard and law implementation of the Djibouti Code of recent decreases in the number of enforcement assets. In particular, they Conduct. They drew attention to the successful piracy attacks resulting in underlined that developments ashore in Best Management Practice guidance hijackings and hostage takings. Somalia are probably the only way to document produced by the industry to Reasons given included intense resolve this problem in the long term and assist vessels in avoiding and deterring international activity, raising the profile favourable political developments piracy attacks and delaying successful of the issue, successful interventions by a ashore would help stem the scourge of attacks and called for support to be given growing number of warships operating piracy offshore; to countries in the region, through within the region, coordinated industry

IMO's Integrated Technical Co-They also unanimously encouraged advice and guidance, practical measures operation Programme and other the continuation and strengthening of adopted by Masters and shipping modalities, for the establishment of naval protection for shipping sailing companies and, not least, adverse appropriate legislation and jurisdiction through the region, until the problems weather conditions.enabling the arrest, prosecution and ashore are solved and welcomed the In reviewing the progress made since imprisonment of pirates and armed planned completion of revised IMO October 2008, when they had agreed on robbers.guidelines on the prevention and joint approaches to addressing the

repression of piratical attacks by the The Secretary General thanked all problem, the participants also noted a forthcoming session of the Organization's the Governments and Navies that have to number of developments requiring Maritime Safety Committee. date provided military and other assets continuous vigilance of the situation in the

to protect seafarers and shipping off the They also agreed to work together region and the maintenance of ongoing coast of Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden. towards the early and comprehensive efforts aimed at the disruption of pirate

IMO Leads TalksPIRACY

KENYA

SOMALIA

Mogadishu

ETHIOPIA

ERITREA YEMEN

DJIBOUTI

Mombasa

ERITREA TO SUEZ CANAL

RedSea

u lGf o f A d e n

TANZANIA

Haradhere

Garaad

Eyl

February 2008, US Navyattacked three targets in Eyl.

An international maritimesecurity patrol area wasestablished in August 2008.The Gulf of Aden is part of theroute to the Suez Canal, whichlink Asia to Europe.

A number of vessels weretaken to coastal Somaliaafter being hijacked

Maersk Alabamaseized April 8

Since 2005, the International Maritime Bureau has advised that ships notscheduled to stop in Somalia should keep at least 200 nautical miles from the coast.

100 200 300 400 500 nautical miles

I n d i a n O c e a n

2008 2009

Hijacked ship

Attempted hijacking

Pirate land bases

PIRACY

Piracy hotspots

IMO Secretary GeneralMr. Efthimios MitropolousIMO Secretary GeneralMr. Efthimios Mitropolous

Pirates face the music

Issue 1 2009 32 Issue 1 2009 33

he problem of modern piracy, because of the various connotations it has T

in the case of Somalia, is difficult and complex and a holistic solution may not be easy to find before outstanding political differences are settled on land. Because the perpetrators of these unlawful acts behave with complete disrespect for civil society, unashamedly provoking the rule of law, there is a need to rise to the challenge, redoubling efforts and taking, Governments and industry alike, all the necessary measures to eradicate the scourge.

In November 2008, IMO Secretary General Efthimios Mitropoulos briefed the United Nations Security Council (while

establish stability on land and eventually Council and Assembly) have taken it was considering the situation in contribute to the improvement of the several substantive measures), that IMO Somalia in the context of the UN situation with regard to piracy off its considered it both timely and Secretary General's regular report), coast and in the Gulf of Aden. It was, appropriate to undertake a review of the placing particular emphasis on the three therefore, with satisfaction that the legal situation, in particular with regard areas of concern to IMO relevant to the maritime community greeted the news of to the capture, arrest, prosecution and situation off Somalia and in the Gulf of the Security Council adopting, on 2 and extradition of alleged offenders so that Aden, namely: the protection of 16 December successively, resolutions they may not escape with impunity for seafarers, fishermen and passengers on 1846 and 1851, extending, for another their crimes. To this end, Circular Letter ships sailing in those troubled waters; year, its authorization for countries to 2933 was issued in December 2008, The need to ensure the uninterrupted enter, under certain conditions, Somalia's requesting Member States to submit delivery of humanitarian aid to Somalia territorial waters using "all necessary copies of their national legislation affected by ships chartered by the World measures" to counter piracy and armed together with any pertinent information Food Programme; and the need to robbery at sea. they may have about their domestic laws preserve the integrity of the Gulf of Aden

aiming at combating piracy and armed While there have been some positive - a lane of strategic importance and robbery against ships and prosecuting developments recently (in particular, significance to international shipping the perpetrators of such reprehensible with regard to the situation in waters off and trade, both east and west of the Suez acts. Responses have already been Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, following Canal, which is used by some 22,000 received from a number of countries. intense activity in the United Nations vessels annually, carrying around 8% of

Security Council, which led to the An ongoing activity of the Sub-the world's trade, including more than deployment, in the region, of naval assets Division for Legal Affairs of IMO, which 12% of the total volume of oil and military aircraft belonging to certain is being conducted in consultation with transported by sea, as well as raw political or defence alliances and several the UN Office on Drugs and Crime and materials carried by bulk carriers and individual countries), the fact remains the UN Division for Ocean Affairs and finished goods transported by that, in the absence of adequate national the Law of the Sea, concerns the containerships. laws, the arrest and prosecution of provision of legal advice on the From the response of the Security pirates remains extremely difficult. application of the United Nations Council and other entities concerned,

Convention on the Law of the Sea and It is in consideration of this, and also including the African Union, one can be the Suppression of Unlawful Acts treaty with the aim of contributing further to hopeful that the measures taken, and instruments, which are the overarching the anti-piracy strategy of the those in the process of implementation, international legal instruments to Organization (in respect of which all the will help to move the political process in combat piracy at sea.IMO bodies concerned (the MSC, Somalia forward; assist the country to

A Global Headache

M O S e c re t a r y - G e n e r a l Efthimios E. Mitropoulos held a meeting in March with I

the "Round Table of international shipping associations", i.e. BIMCO, ICS/ISF, INTERCARGO and INTERTANKO), and of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), to review developments relating to piracy (and other issues).

The participants welcomed the concerted efforts of the interna-tional community, spearheaded by the United Nations, IMO and the industry, to protect shipping from acts of piracy and armed robbery off Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden, noting, with satisfaction,

operations by naval, coastguard and law implementation of the Djibouti Code of recent decreases in the number of enforcement assets. In particular, they Conduct. They drew attention to the successful piracy attacks resulting in underlined that developments ashore in Best Management Practice guidance hijackings and hostage takings. Somalia are probably the only way to document produced by the industry to Reasons given included intense resolve this problem in the long term and assist vessels in avoiding and deterring international activity, raising the profile favourable political developments piracy attacks and delaying successful of the issue, successful interventions by a ashore would help stem the scourge of attacks and called for support to be given growing number of warships operating piracy offshore; to countries in the region, through within the region, coordinated industry

IMO's Integrated Technical Co-They also unanimously encouraged advice and guidance, practical measures operation Programme and other the continuation and strengthening of adopted by Masters and shipping modalities, for the establishment of naval protection for shipping sailing companies and, not least, adverse appropriate legislation and jurisdiction through the region, until the problems weather conditions.enabling the arrest, prosecution and ashore are solved and welcomed the In reviewing the progress made since imprisonment of pirates and armed planned completion of revised IMO October 2008, when they had agreed on robbers.guidelines on the prevention and joint approaches to addressing the

repression of piratical attacks by the The Secretary General thanked all problem, the participants also noted a forthcoming session of the Organization's the Governments and Navies that have to number of developments requiring Maritime Safety Committee. date provided military and other assets continuous vigilance of the situation in the

to protect seafarers and shipping off the They also agreed to work together region and the maintenance of ongoing coast of Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden. towards the early and comprehensive efforts aimed at the disruption of pirate

IMO Leads TalksPIRACY

KENYA

SOMALIA

Mogadishu

ETHIOPIA

ERITREA YEMEN

DJIBOUTI

Mombasa

ERITREA TO SUEZ CANAL

RedSea

G u l f o f A d e n

TANZANIA

Haradhere

Garaad

Eyl

February 2008, US Navyattacked three targets in Eyl.

An international maritimesecurity patrol area wasestablished in August 2008.The Gulf of Aden is part of theroute to the Suez Canal, whichlink Asia to Europe.

A number of vessels weretaken to coastal Somaliaafter being hijacked

Maersk Alabamaseized April 8

Since 2005, the International Maritime Bureau has advised that ships notscheduled to stop in Somalia should keep at least 200 nautical miles from the coast.

100 200 300 400 500 nautical miles

I n d i a n O c e a n

2008 2009

Hijacked ship

Attempted hijacking

Pirate land bases

PIRACY

Piracy hotspots

IMO Secretary GeneralMr. Efthimios MitropolousIMO Secretary GeneralMr. Efthimios Mitropolous

Pirates face the music

Issue 1 2009 35Issue 1 2009 34

Ship Recycling ConventionAdopted he Korea Container clout by registering a 25.4 The aim is to make Gwangyang Port a user-

Terminal Authority increase in cargo handling last oriented high-efficient and low-cost port by T(KCTA) has been one of month when most ports in the considerably improving services to users for the fastest growing world were reeling from the whom the KCTA exists. KCTA was last year maritime enterprises in global economic recession. nominated as the best SOC institution in the Asia. 2008 Customer Satisfaction Management KCTA recently appointed a

(CSM) survey by the government.It ranks as Korea's first new President to oversee the organization specializing expansion in the name of Lee The authority is currently a wide array of in port and logistics and Sang-Jo. marketing blitzes to induce domestic and was founded in 1990 to foreign shipping liners to launch new service At his inauguration in April he achieve the national goal routes linking Gwangyang Port.had this to say.of establishing a logistics hub of Northeast Asia. A New route has already been opened in the “I do not think it is impossible to realize the The KCTA has played a pivotal role in growing South east co-operated by Heung-A Shipping authority's vision which aims at developing our and developing South Korea into a logistics hub and Sinokor Merchant Marine Co. Ltd which port into a world class logistics service port. of Northeast Asia by improving port and has increased cargo layout especially in the With the mutual belief and cooperation among logistics infrastructure and laying the Electronics and Chemical sectors.all staff, we can overcome any obstacles,” he foundation for an advanced logistics system at said. Gwangyang, Busan, Incheon and Pyeongtaek- The KCTA plans to develop Dangjin Ports. All this achievement has been Gwangyang port into the made through KCTA's ceaseless efforts and port mecca of international users' enthusiastic support. l o g i s t i c s b u s i n e s s , KCTA exploits the abundant experiences, skills providing high value-added and outstanding know-how in the develop- logistics services through ment and operation of container terminals and revitalizing the hinterland is working to make Gwangyang Port the world's logistics complex - the most competitive port through radical port's growth engine and a expansion of the existing facilities. basis for a cargo generating Gwangyang Port has already shown remarkable port.

The Korea Container Terminal Authority (KCTA)

Headed for Big Times

Tunisia's bold plan to build a 5 million TEU deepwater container terminal in Enfidha has moved a small step forward. According to state-news agency Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP), the bidding process for the management concession has come down to a partnership between Kuwait-based Al Mal Investment Company and Hutchison Port Holdings, and the Canadian SNC-Lavalin engineering group.

Africa Shipping Tit-bits

According to a monthly report from the Egyptian Cabinet Information and Decision Support Centre (IDSC), Suez Canal transits plunged by 13.4% in April - compared to the same month of 2008 - down to 1,482 vessels. This can be attributed to the global recession as well as the threat posed by piracy which has seen some shipping lines opting for the longer and more expensive Cape detour to avoid the trouble Gulf of Aden and Red Sea entrance.

Suez Cargo Slumps Tunisian hub port moves forward

South Korea

A new international Convention on attention to the important task of bringing ship recycling has been adopted by the Convention into force at the earliest the International Maritime possible date and, thereafter, to promoting

Organization (IMO). its uniform and effective implementation. The Hong Kong International Convention The new Convention intends to address all for the Safe and Environmentally Sound the issues around ship recycling, including Recycling of Ships, 2009 is aimed at the fact that ships sold for scrapping may ensuring that ships, when being recycled contain environmentally hazardous after reaching the end of their operational substances such as asbestos, heavy metals, lives, do not pose any unnecessary risk to hydrocarbons, ozone-depleting sub-human health and safety or to the environ- stances and others. It will address concerns ment. raised about the working and environ-

mental conditions at many of the world's The Convention was adopted at a diplo- He told delegates that the new Convention ship recycling locations. matic conference held in Hong Kong, struck the right balance between the China, from 11 to 15 May 2009, attended The text of the ship recycling Convention responsibilities and obligations of ship by delegates from 63 countries. has been developed over the past three owners, ship recycling facilities, flag and

years, with input from IMO Member The new Convention was developed by recycling States. He added that the States and relevant non-governmental IMO, the United Nations specialized Convention, as adopted, allows for future organizations, and in co-operation with agency with responsibility for the safety improvements and provides "a platform the International Labour Organization and security of shipping and the preven- and an avenue for better regulation, in due (ILO) and the Parties to the Basel tion of marine pollution from ships. course, of the activity it addresses."Convention. Speaking at the close of the successful "I believe it is a good outcome in the circum-Regulations in the new Convention cover conference, IMO Secretary General stances," he said, "as it has succeeded in the design, construction, operation and Efthimios E. Mitropoulos expressed putting in place international rules and preparation of ships so as to facilitate safe satisfaction that the new Convention, standards to regulate, for the first time, a and environmentally sound recycling, named after the host city, was adopted by complex and multi-faceted issue."without compromising the safety and consensus in the best traditions of the He urged Governments now to turn their operational efficiency of ships.Organization.

Dry-docked

Mr. Lee Sang-Jo, Pres. KCTA

IMO Conventions

Gwangyang PortGwangyang Port

Issue 1 2009 35Issue 1 2009 34

Ship Recycling ConventionAdopted he Korea Container clout by registering a 25.4 The aim is to make Gwangyang Port a user-

Terminal Authority increase in cargo handling last oriented high-efficient and low-cost port by T(KCTA) has been one of month when most ports in the considerably improving services to users for the fastest growing world were reeling from the whom the KCTA exists. KCTA was last year maritime enterprises in global economic recession. nominated as the best SOC institution in the Asia. 2008 Customer Satisfaction Management KCTA recently appointed a

(CSM) survey by the government.It ranks as Korea's first new President to oversee the organization specializing expansion in the name of Lee The authority is currently a wide array of in port and logistics and Sang-Jo. marketing blitzes to induce domestic and was founded in 1990 to foreign shipping liners to launch new service At his inauguration in April he achieve the national goal routes linking Gwangyang Port.had this to say.of establishing a logistics hub of Northeast Asia. A New route has already been opened in the “I do not think it is impossible to realize the The KCTA has played a pivotal role in growing South east co-operated by Heung-A Shipping authority's vision which aims at developing our and developing South Korea into a logistics hub and Sinokor Merchant Marine Co. Ltd which port into a world class logistics service port. of Northeast Asia by improving port and has increased cargo layout especially in the With the mutual belief and cooperation among logistics infrastructure and laying the Electronics and Chemical sectors.all staff, we can overcome any obstacles,” he foundation for an advanced logistics system at said. Gwangyang, Busan, Incheon and Pyeongtaek- The KCTA plans to develop Dangjin Ports. All this achievement has been Gwangyang port into the made through KCTA's ceaseless efforts and port mecca of international users' enthusiastic support. l o g i s t i c s b u s i n e s s , KCTA exploits the abundant experiences, skills providing high value-added and outstanding know-how in the develop- logistics services through ment and operation of container terminals and revitalizing the hinterland is working to make Gwangyang Port the world's logistics complex - the most competitive port through radical port's growth engine and a expansion of the existing facilities. basis for a cargo generating Gwangyang Port has already shown remarkable port.

The Korea Container Terminal Authority (KCTA)

Headed for Big Times

Tunisia's bold plan to build a 5 million TEU deepwater container terminal in Enfidha has moved a small step forward. According to state-news agency Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP), the bidding process for the management concession has come down to a partnership between Kuwait-based Al Mal Investment Company and Hutchison Port Holdings, and the Canadian SNC-Lavalin engineering group.

Africa Shipping Tit-bits

According to a monthly report from the Egyptian Cabinet Information and Decision Support Centre (IDSC), Suez Canal transits plunged by 13.4% in April - compared to the same month of 2008 - down to 1,482 vessels. This can be attributed to the global recession as well as the threat posed by piracy which has seen some shipping lines opting for the longer and more expensive Cape detour to avoid the trouble Gulf of Aden and Red Sea entrance.

Suez Cargo Slumps Tunisian hub port moves forward

South Korea

A new international Convention on attention to the important task of bringing ship recycling has been adopted by the Convention into force at the earliest the International Maritime possible date and, thereafter, to promoting

Organization (IMO). its uniform and effective implementation. The Hong Kong International Convention The new Convention intends to address all for the Safe and Environmentally Sound the issues around ship recycling, including Recycling of Ships, 2009 is aimed at the fact that ships sold for scrapping may ensuring that ships, when being recycled contain environmentally hazardous after reaching the end of their operational substances such as asbestos, heavy metals, lives, do not pose any unnecessary risk to hydrocarbons, ozone-depleting sub-human health and safety or to the environ- stances and others. It will address concerns ment. raised about the working and environ-

mental conditions at many of the world's The Convention was adopted at a diplo- He told delegates that the new Convention ship recycling locations. matic conference held in Hong Kong, struck the right balance between the China, from 11 to 15 May 2009, attended The text of the ship recycling Convention responsibilities and obligations of ship by delegates from 63 countries. has been developed over the past three owners, ship recycling facilities, flag and

years, with input from IMO Member The new Convention was developed by recycling States. He added that the States and relevant non-governmental IMO, the United Nations specialized Convention, as adopted, allows for future organizations, and in co-operation with agency with responsibility for the safety improvements and provides "a platform the International Labour Organization and security of shipping and the preven- and an avenue for better regulation, in due (ILO) and the Parties to the Basel tion of marine pollution from ships. course, of the activity it addresses."Convention. Speaking at the close of the successful "I believe it is a good outcome in the circum-Regulations in the new Convention cover conference, IMO Secretary General stances," he said, "as it has succeeded in the design, construction, operation and Efthimios E. Mitropoulos expressed putting in place international rules and preparation of ships so as to facilitate safe satisfaction that the new Convention, standards to regulate, for the first time, a and environmentally sound recycling, named after the host city, was adopted by complex and multi-faceted issue."without compromising the safety and consensus in the best traditions of the He urged Governments now to turn their operational efficiency of ships.Organization.

Dry-docked

Mr. Lee Sang-Jo, Pres. KCTA

IMO Conventions

Gwangyang PortGwangyang Port

Issue 1 2009 37Issue 1 2009 36

ape Town is situated approximately of major proportion. via its specialised terminals. It has 120 nautical miles north-west of Conventional cargo is worked in the benefit of a wide variety of well Cape Agulhas, the most the Duncan Dock where ample equipped cargo terminals linked to a C

southerly point in Africa. Port limits undercover, open and cold storage is vast inland transport infrastructure.extend westwards by a straight line available. A container terminal is Transnet National Ports between Green Point and Robben situated at the Ben Schoeman Dock. Authority's cartage service comple-Island Lighthouses, and northwards All quays are equipped with the ments a rail and road transport by a straight line from Robben latest technology in cranes and network which contributes towards Island Lighthouse east (true) to the mechanical lifting equipment. The the total logistical chain for eastern shore of Table Bay, south- Port of Cape Town is fully equipped containerised, as well as conven-wards along high water mark, so as to handle all types of general tional cargo. The Port of Cape Town to include the Foreshore to the breakbulk and containerised cargo is strategically positioned on the Castle, and back to Green Point Lighthouse.

The Port of Cape Town is a full service, general cargo port, operat-ing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Marine services include port navigation, pilotage, towage, mooring, pollution control, security and a 200 tonnes SWL floating crane. Bunkers are supplied at most berths.

Two dry docks and a synchrolift are available for ship repairs. The port is world renowned for its deciduous fruit, perishable and frozen product exports. The fishing industry at the Port of Cape Town is

levels, to reduce vessel turnaround result in heavy range action at the times and overall, to be recognised berths.as a superior Port Authority. During the summer months,

Giving the increasing impor- October to March, the prevailing tance of Cape Town as a hub port winds are south-east. These may for cargoes from the Western reach gale force.Hemisphere, as well as the growing number of transshipments between Future developments the Far East and West African ports, Throughput capacity at the the city's role cannot be under- container terminal stands at played. 420,000 TEU's a year following the

Extensive pre-cooling facilities increase in ground slots from 3,500 at the IHS fruit terminal caters for to 4,500 TEU's (with average deciduous fruit exports, whilst the stacking height of two containers).port also has one of the few cold When the Ro-Ro shed is moved,

stores in the world that can hold annual TEU capacity is expected to products down to -60 °C with a increase by a further 50 000. Plans capacity of 10,000 tonnes. are also underway to have a perma-

world's sea routes being on the The Breakbulk and General Cargo nent integral reefer stacking area major southern ocean trade routes. Terminals aim to provide economi- with 1000 reefer points.

It is ideally suited to serve as a cal and efficient general cargo Two post-Panamax cranes useful hub for cargoes between Europe and handling services which meets the for working ships stacked five-high the Americas and Africa, Asia and needs of both importers and and able to handle container vessels Oceania. Regular inter-port feeder exporters. of more than 4,000 TEU's have been services benefit especially the great The rendezvous position for Off commissioned.Container Terminal which is Port Limits Service is between 5 12 Upgrading of the equipment at regarded as a gateway for African miles west of Greenpoint the breakbulk facility includes the countries, ideally becoming hub port Lighthouse. This area is free of port phasing in of either vessel gear or for those on the West African coast. dues, etc. The twin engined helicop- mobile harbour cranes while

The Container Terminal has the ter and launch services are available lowering the usage of existing advantage that, in respect of the 24 hours a day. general and 4 ton cranes.United Kingdom, European and During the winter months, April American time-sensitive cargoes, a to September, north and north-west five day saving in transit time on winds backing to south west are containers to and from the Gauteng frequent. West gales can occur area can be achieved. This is made particularly during winter which can possible by the direct railage of containers which eliminates the sailing time to other ports.

The port's primary aim is to facilitate trade and, as a conse-quence, make a valuable contribution to the economic growth of our region and country. Our mission is to commit ourselves to render a service through a responsible, skilled and motivated team and using effective equipment in the interests of our clients, employ-ees, the environment, the region and South Africa.

This all embracing approach sees us striving for continuous improvement on all fronts. An on-going benchmarking process seeks to raise productivity

Piloting into the harbourPiloting into the harbour

Jazz maestro Hugh Masekela.Cape Town is the Home of Jazzin Africa (Picture by Agencies)

Jazz maestro Hugh Masekela.Cape Town is the Home of Jazzin Africa (Picture by Agencies)

Green Point Stadium - ready for 2010 FIFA World Cup

By Selma Schwartz and Transnet

Issue 1 2009 37Issue 1 2009 36

ape Town is situated approximately of major proportion. via its specialised terminals. It has 120 nautical miles north-west of Conventional cargo is worked in the benefit of a wide variety of well Cape Agulhas, the most the Duncan Dock where ample equipped cargo terminals linked to a C

southerly point in Africa. Port limits undercover, open and cold storage is vast inland transport infrastructure.extend westwards by a straight line available. A container terminal is Transnet National Ports between Green Point and Robben situated at the Ben Schoeman Dock. Authority's cartage service comple-Island Lighthouses, and northwards All quays are equipped with the ments a rail and road transport by a straight line from Robben latest technology in cranes and network which contributes towards Island Lighthouse east (true) to the mechanical lifting equipment. The the total logistical chain for eastern shore of Table Bay, south- Port of Cape Town is fully equipped containerised, as well as conven-wards along high water mark, so as to handle all types of general tional cargo. The Port of Cape Town to include the Foreshore to the breakbulk and containerised cargo is strategically positioned on the Castle, and back to Green Point Lighthouse.

The Port of Cape Town is a full service, general cargo port, operat-ing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Marine services include port navigation, pilotage, towage, mooring, pollution control, security and a 200 tonnes SWL floating crane. Bunkers are supplied at most berths.

Two dry docks and a synchrolift are available for ship repairs. The port is world renowned for its deciduous fruit, perishable and frozen product exports. The fishing industry at the Port of Cape Town is

levels, to reduce vessel turnaround result in heavy range action at the times and overall, to be recognised berths.as a superior Port Authority. During the summer months,

Giving the increasing impor- October to March, the prevailing tance of Cape Town as a hub port winds are south-east. These may for cargoes from the Western reach gale force.Hemisphere, as well as the growing number of transshipments between Future developments the Far East and West African ports, Throughput capacity at the the city's role cannot be under- container terminal stands at played. 420,000 TEU's a year following the

Extensive pre-cooling facilities increase in ground slots from 3,500 at the IHS fruit terminal caters for to 4,500 TEU's (with average deciduous fruit exports, whilst the stacking height of two containers).port also has one of the few cold When the Ro-Ro shed is moved,

stores in the world that can hold annual TEU capacity is expected to products down to -60 °C with a increase by a further 50 000. Plans capacity of 10,000 tonnes. are also underway to have a perma-

world's sea routes being on the The Breakbulk and General Cargo nent integral reefer stacking area major southern ocean trade routes. Terminals aim to provide economi- with 1000 reefer points.

It is ideally suited to serve as a cal and efficient general cargo Two post-Panamax cranes useful hub for cargoes between Europe and handling services which meets the for working ships stacked five-high the Americas and Africa, Asia and needs of both importers and and able to handle container vessels Oceania. Regular inter-port feeder exporters. of more than 4,000 TEU's have been services benefit especially the great The rendezvous position for Off commissioned.Container Terminal which is Port Limits Service is between 5 12 Upgrading of the equipment at regarded as a gateway for African miles west of Greenpoint the breakbulk facility includes the countries, ideally becoming hub port Lighthouse. This area is free of port phasing in of either vessel gear or for those on the West African coast. dues, etc. The twin engined helicop- mobile harbour cranes while

The Container Terminal has the ter and launch services are available lowering the usage of existing advantage that, in respect of the 24 hours a day. general and 4 ton cranes.United Kingdom, European and During the winter months, April American time-sensitive cargoes, a to September, north and north-west five day saving in transit time on winds backing to south west are containers to and from the Gauteng frequent. West gales can occur area can be achieved. This is made particularly during winter which can possible by the direct railage of containers which eliminates the sailing time to other ports.

The port's primary aim is to facilitate trade and, as a conse-quence, make a valuable contribution to the economic growth of our region and country. Our mission is to commit ourselves to render a service through a responsible, skilled and motivated team and using effective equipment in the interests of our clients, employ-ees, the environment, the region and South Africa.

This all embracing approach sees us striving for continuous improvement on all fronts. An on-going benchmarking process seeks to raise productivity

Piloting into the harbourPiloting into the harbour

Jazz maestro Hugh Masekela.Cape Town is the Home of Jazzin Africa (Picture by Agencies)

Jazz maestro Hugh Masekela.Cape Town is the Home of Jazzin Africa (Picture by Agencies)

Green Point Stadium - ready for 2010 FIFA World Cup

By Selma Schwartz and Transnet

Issue 1 2009 38 Issue 1 2009 39

he Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and associate, IAPH is driven by the which has enabled him to travel this far Corporate Services Manager Mr. motto “ world peace through world in the maritime industry. He observed Gichiri Ndua has been elected the trade through world ports”. that the industry was going through T

President of the International Founded in 1955 in Los Angeles by challenging moments and that it was Association of Ports and Harbours 38 ports representing 14 countries, the time for the industry players to take a (IAPH). Association marked its 50th bold approach, reach out and invest in

In the company of the KPA anniverssary in 2005 having developed preparation for the projected increase in Managimg Director Mr. James Mulewa into a global alliance of ports, represent- port throughput after recovery of the who led a strong KPA delegation to ing today some 230 ports in about 90 current economic crunch. He cited support the election and witness the countries. The member ports handle Piracy in the East African Coastline as a inauguration ceremony, Mr. Ndua was over 60 per cent of the world's sea-borne major threat to international trade and elected today the 28th May 2009 during trade and nearly 50 per cent of the appealed to all members to cooperate in the one week 26th IAPH conference world's container traffic. It is a non- adressing the menace.held in Genoa Italy and attended by profit making and non-governmental Mr. Ndua has served in the port over 300 delegates. organization heardquartered in Tokyo. industry for over25 years having joined

KPA sets record as the first IAPH meets in a full session at its the port in the 80s. organisation from the region to present biennial conference in different port Among the resolutions passed by the first African President of this cities around the world where the key conference touched on the need for International Maritime organisation players of the world port industry port ports to prepare for economic recovery that has been in existence for over 50 CEOs, directors and managers gather to and also to institute measures to adress years. Until this time, the IAPH share and discuss issues of their climate change. During the conference presidencey has been rotating amongst immediate interest and concern. the KPA harbour Master also received the Americas, Eaurope and recently This year's conference adressed an award for a winning essay on ICT Asia. Mr. Ndua takes over from Mrs. issues ranging from challenges of application in port operations at the port Datin Paduka O. C phang from port globalisation, global climate change, of Mombasa Klang -Malaysia. port management and strategy, logistics, Also present during the conference

Prior to this, Mr. Ndua had served as ports of the future, apllication of ICT were the KPA Board Directors Merss Ian 2nd vice-president and until this week technology, among others. Karanja and Eric Konchellah, the RVR as 1st vice-president of IAPH incharge of In his acceptance speech, Mr. Ndua executive Chairman Mr. Brown Ondego, the Africa/Europe region. With a thanked the industry lovers, KPA board and some senior KPA officials.strength of 342 members, both regular and management for their support

Ndua Elected IAPH President

By Bernard Osero

From left: IAPH incoming Secretary General S. Naruse , Vice President S. Mila, Vice President G. Knatz, President G. Ndua, Vice President G. Gilfillan, Immediate Past President O. C. Phang and Outgoing Secretary General S. Inoue

Mr. Ndua Mrs. Ndua (in white) presents a traditional Maasai Cloak to outgoing IAPH Pres. Phang

The Conference Hall Delegates brainstorm during a conference break. In cream suit PMAESA Secretary General Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa

2nd from left: Mr. Joseph Atonga (KPA), PMAESA Chairman Mr. James Mulewa, Mr. Lumumba Kathindi (Namport) and Mr. Bisey Uirab (Namport) toast the new IAPH President Mr. Ndua (left)

Pictorial: 26th IAPH ConferenceIAPH IAPH

Issue 1 2009 38 Issue 1 2009 39

he Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and associate, IAPH is driven by the which has enabled him to travel this far Corporate Services Manager Mr. motto “ world peace through world in the maritime industry. He observed Gichiri Ndua has been elected the trade through world ports”. that the industry was going through T

President of the International Founded in 1955 in Los Angeles by challenging moments and that it was Association of Ports and Harbours 38 ports representing 14 countries, the time for the industry players to take a (IAPH). Association marked its 50th bold approach, reach out and invest in

In the company of the KPA anniverssary in 2005 having developed preparation for the projected increase in Managimg Director Mr. James Mulewa into a global alliance of ports, represent- port throughput after recovery of the who led a strong KPA delegation to ing today some 230 ports in about 90 current economic crunch. He cited support the election and witness the countries. The member ports handle Piracy in the East African Coastline as a inauguration ceremony, Mr. Ndua was over 60 per cent of the world's sea-borne major threat to international trade and elected today the 28th May 2009 during trade and nearly 50 per cent of the appealed to all members to cooperate in the one week 26th IAPH conference world's container traffic. It is a non- adressing the menace.held in Genoa Italy and attended by profit making and non-governmental Mr. Ndua has served in the port over 300 delegates. organization heardquartered in Tokyo. industry for over25 years having joined

KPA sets record as the first IAPH meets in a full session at its the port in the 80s. organisation from the region to present biennial conference in different port Among the resolutions passed by the first African President of this cities around the world where the key conference touched on the need for International Maritime organisation players of the world port industry port ports to prepare for economic recovery that has been in existence for over 50 CEOs, directors and managers gather to and also to institute measures to adress years. Until this time, the IAPH share and discuss issues of their climate change. During the conference presidencey has been rotating amongst immediate interest and concern. the KPA harbour Master also received the Americas, Eaurope and recently This year's conference adressed an award for a winning essay on ICT Asia. Mr. Ndua takes over from Mrs. issues ranging from challenges of application in port operations at the port Datin Paduka O. C phang from port globalisation, global climate change, of Mombasa Klang -Malaysia. port management and strategy, logistics, Also present during the conference

Prior to this, Mr. Ndua had served as ports of the future, apllication of ICT were the KPA Board Directors Merss Ian 2nd vice-president and until this week technology, among others. Karanja and Eric Konchellah, the RVR as 1st vice-president of IAPH incharge of In his acceptance speech, Mr. Ndua executive Chairman Mr. Brown Ondego, the Africa/Europe region. With a thanked the industry lovers, KPA board and some senior KPA officials.strength of 342 members, both regular and management for their support

Ndua Elected IAPH President

By Bernard Osero

From left: IAPH incoming Secretary General S. Naruse , Vice President S. Mila, Vice President G. Knatz, President G. Ndua, Vice President G. Gilfillan, Immediate Past President O. C. Phang and Outgoing Secretary General S. Inoue

Mr. Ndua Mrs. Ndua (in white) presents a traditional Maasai Cloak to outgoing IAPH Pres. Phang

The Conference Hall Delegates brainstorm during a conference break. In cream suit PMAESA Secretary General Mr. Jerome Ntibarekerwa

2nd from left: Mr. Joseph Atonga (KPA), PMAESA Chairman Mr. James Mulewa, Mr. Lumumba Kathindi (Namport) and Mr. Bisey Uirab (Namport) toast the new IAPH President Mr. Ndua (left)

Pictorial: 26th IAPH ConferenceIAPH IAPH

Issue 1 2009 40 Issue 5 2008 41

RTG designs are available in both 8 and 16 wheel configuration, with AC and DC Drive Controls and with Single and

Twin Lift capability. RMG's are available in wide span configuration from 35m up to and exceeding 72m and have kept pace with developments in design and technology over the past two decades. Special design features are also available such as automation and computerization of crane operations. Data communication between Cranes PLC and Port Engineers office and to LIEBHERR's Service Department. LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd is part manufactured for the world market. It LIEBHERR Container Cranes use state-of-of the family-owned LIEBHERR was the first LIEBHERR Plant set up the-art technology worldwide and have International Group consisting of more outside of Germany. As demand for an exceptional reputation in the supply than 100 companies on every continent container cranes grew, tower crane of high performance/reliable equipment.of the world with an expected annual manufacture was transferred to other

LIEBHERR electrical drives, which turnover for 2008 of over EUR 8,000 locations and the Killarney Plant was have been designed and manufactured million and with almost 30,000 employ- dedicated completely to the develop-specifically for container crane applica-ees. ment and production of LIEBHERR tions, are used on all LIEBHERR Container Container Gantry Cranes. Many of the The LIEBHERR Group is involved in Cranes.senior engineers at the company today the following activities: Construction and

This approach means interfacing were involved in the design of the first materials handling equipment including:problems are avoided since the com-container cranes. This extensive engi-Cranes of all types.plete manufacture is controlled by the Earth-Moving and Mining neering experience is enhanced further OEM. After-sales service and backup is Equipment. with a younger highly educated team of provided directly from the company with Concrete Batching Equipment and engineers. Experience is also drawn from all experts at one point of contact. Drives Truck Mixers. the vast knowledge and experience from undergo aAutomated Systems for materials sister companies within the LIEBHERR

series of tests prior to dispatch with a flow in factories. Group. Within this highly competitive full electrical drive test carried out at the Machine Tools. market sector, LIEBHERR Container Killarney Plant, all main drives being Aircraft Components (Landing Gear, Cranes Ltd., as a private company is connected to the driver's cabin and run Flight Controls, Cabin Pressure unique in this respect. This provides a under no load conditions. This electrical Management Systems). stable platform on which sales people test together with full structural trialRefrigeration Equipment. can build, offering a secure partnership

assembly allows for speedy site Diesel Engines. to customers worldwide. Clients who installation and elimination of teething Manufacture of Components. purchase cranes from LIEBHERR receive problems. LIEBHERR RTG's undergo the After-Sales Service and Spare Parts technical support and back-up through same procedures and quality policies as Supply. the efficient and friendly means for applied to Container Crane manufacture. Hotels and Catering. which the Company is famous. Operators "Design is based on simple robust Electronic Systems. of LIEBHERR Cranes over thirty years old technology." incorporating features can still speak with original designers of which reduce maintenance costs while LIEBHERR first entered the South African their crane should the need arise!increasing productivity". Committed to Market in 1958 with the establishment of LIEBHERR exports its Container environmentally responsible growth LIEBHERR Africa Pty Ltd., at Springs, 50km Cranes and Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd., Quality east of Johannesburg. LIEBHERR Africa from its Plant in Ireland and has amassed and Environmental Management System has been serving the needs of local a reference list of over 300 Container conforms to both ISO 9001:2000 and ISO construction, civil engineering and Cranes, 100 RTGs located at over 90 ports 14001:1996. mining industries since 1958 and has and terminals worldwide. An extensive

The philosophy of LIEBHERR branches in Cape Town, Kimberley and range of Ship-to-Shore Cranes are Container Cranes Ltd., has been to Durban. available from Panamax size to the latest continue to supply customers with "high LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd. has generation of Megamax cranes, as well quality state-of-the-art cranes" in a very manufactured Container Cranes at its as wide span Rail Mounted Stacking aggressive market. With this philosophy base in Ireland since 1967. The Plant, Cranes and Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd., located at Killarney in the southwest of with particular emphasis on individual continues to grow from strength to the country, was established in 1958 and needs.strength.initially construction tower cranes were

LIEBHERR COMPANY PROFILE

The Liebherr Container Cranes Plant in Kilarney, Ireland

Advertisement

Issue 1 2009 40 Issue 5 2008 41

RTG designs are available in both 8 and 16 wheel configuration, with AC and DC Drive Controls and with Single and

Twin Lift capability. RMG's are available in wide span configuration from 35m up to and exceeding 72m and have kept pace with developments in design and technology over the past two decades. Special design features are also available such as automation and computerization of crane operations. Data communication between Cranes PLC and Port Engineers office and to LIEBHERR's Service Department. LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd is part manufactured for the world market. It LIEBHERR Container Cranes use state-of-of the family-owned LIEBHERR was the first LIEBHERR Plant set up the-art technology worldwide and have International Group consisting of more outside of Germany. As demand for an exceptional reputation in the supply than 100 companies on every continent container cranes grew, tower crane of high performance/reliable equipment.of the world with an expected annual manufacture was transferred to other

LIEBHERR electrical drives, which turnover for 2008 of over EUR 8,000 locations and the Killarney Plant was have been designed and manufactured million and with almost 30,000 employ- dedicated completely to the develop-specifically for container crane applica-ees. ment and production of LIEBHERR tions, are used on all LIEBHERR Container Container Gantry Cranes. Many of the The LIEBHERR Group is involved in Cranes.senior engineers at the company today the following activities: Construction and

This approach means interfacing were involved in the design of the first materials handling equipment including:problems are avoided since the com-container cranes. This extensive engi-Cranes of all types.plete manufacture is controlled by the Earth-Moving and Mining neering experience is enhanced further OEM. After-sales service and backup is Equipment. with a younger highly educated team of provided directly from the company with Concrete Batching Equipment and engineers. Experience is also drawn from all experts at one point of contact. Drives Truck Mixers. the vast knowledge and experience from undergo aAutomated Systems for materials sister companies within the LIEBHERR

series of tests prior to dispatch with a flow in factories. Group. Within this highly competitive full electrical drive test carried out at the Machine Tools. market sector, LIEBHERR Container Killarney Plant, all main drives being Aircraft Components (Landing Gear, Cranes Ltd., as a private company is connected to the driver's cabin and run Flight Controls, Cabin Pressure unique in this respect. This provides a under no load conditions. This electrical Management Systems). stable platform on which sales people test together with full structural trialRefrigeration Equipment. can build, offering a secure partnership

assembly allows for speedy site Diesel Engines. to customers worldwide. Clients who installation and elimination of teething Manufacture of Components. purchase cranes from LIEBHERR receive problems. LIEBHERR RTG's undergo the After-Sales Service and Spare Parts technical support and back-up through same procedures and quality policies as Supply. the efficient and friendly means for applied to Container Crane manufacture. Hotels and Catering. which the Company is famous. Operators "Design is based on simple robust Electronic Systems. of LIEBHERR Cranes over thirty years old technology." incorporating features can still speak with original designers of which reduce maintenance costs while LIEBHERR first entered the South African their crane should the need arise!increasing productivity". Committed to Market in 1958 with the establishment of LIEBHERR exports its Container environmentally responsible growth LIEBHERR Africa Pty Ltd., at Springs, 50km Cranes and Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd., Quality east of Johannesburg. LIEBHERR Africa from its Plant in Ireland and has amassed and Environmental Management System has been serving the needs of local a reference list of over 300 Container conforms to both ISO 9001:2000 and ISO construction, civil engineering and Cranes, 100 RTGs located at over 90 ports 14001:1996. mining industries since 1958 and has and terminals worldwide. An extensive

The philosophy of LIEBHERR branches in Cape Town, Kimberley and range of Ship-to-Shore Cranes are Container Cranes Ltd., has been to Durban. available from Panamax size to the latest continue to supply customers with "high LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd. has generation of Megamax cranes, as well quality state-of-the-art cranes" in a very manufactured Container Cranes at its as wide span Rail Mounted Stacking aggressive market. With this philosophy base in Ireland since 1967. The Plant, Cranes and Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes LIEBHERR Container Cranes Ltd., located at Killarney in the southwest of with particular emphasis on individual continues to grow from strength to the country, was established in 1958 and needs.strength.initially construction tower cranes were

LIEBHERR COMPANY PROFILE

The Liebherr Container Cranes Plant in Kilarney, Ireland

Advertisement

Issue 5 2008 42