APA-Malindi (Zanzibar) The Africa Global Logistics (AGL) a giant multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, sea and rail) in Africa is the new operator of the Malindi Container Terminal in semiautonomous island of Zanzibar.
Part of the MSC Group with 21, 000 employees in 41 countries provides its African and global customers with global, customized, and innovative logistics solutions, with the goal of contributing in a sustainable way to the transformations of Africa.
In the presence of M. Makame Mbarawa, the ministry of infrastructure communication and transport, Tony
Stenning, Regional Director of Southern Africa at AGL (Africa Global Logistics), and Nahaat Mahfoud, CEO
of Zanzibar Ports Corporation, signed the contract for the management of the Malindi Container Terminal
at the Port of Malindi in Zanzibar on May 18, 2023.
According to the terms of the contract AGL will be responsible for cargo handling operations and maritime services at the country’s main port infrastructure.
”The company is committed to implementing an investment program for the modernization
and development of the Port of Malindi. AGL also plans to construct a depot zone outside the port to
alleviate congestion” a statement from the Group said.
“We are going beyond operational improvements at this port, as we are determined to invest in its
development, attract a greater variety of maritime lines, and stimulate trade volumes,” Tony
Stenning said during the signing ceremony.
Thanks to the agreement the country is poised to have a modern infrastructure capable of ensuring imports and
exports in conditions of quality, security, and safety that comply with international standards, due in large part to
AGL’s experience in port terminal management.
“The signing of this contract confirms our commitment to continue developing our portfolio of port
concessions in Africa. It is a great opportunity for us and our partners in Zanzibar to develop the Port of
Malindi and make it the gateway to Zanzibar,” stated Olivier de Noray, CEO of Ports & Terminals of AGL.
AGL’s new presence will preserve all existing direct jobs and create hundreds of indirect employment
opportunities for the residents of Zanzibar. Training and the development of skills for local talent are among
the commitments made by AGL, according to the statement.
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