Congo Brazzaville: Towards optimising the port passage chain at the autonomous port of Pointe-Noire

Brazzaville recently hosted a pivotal meeting bringing together experts and key stakeholders from the Port of Pointe-Noire, customs officials, freight forwarders, and other relevant parties.

The primary goal of this steering committee was to devise new strategies to enhance the efficiency of the port’s logistics chain, focusing on reducing both costs and operational delays.

During the meeting, participants conducted a thorough review of the current inefficiencies in the delivery and customs clearance processes.

This in-depth assessment identified major obstacles hindering the effectiveness of the existing system.

The discussions were productive, with a shared commitment to proposing innovative and more streamlined approaches.

Key topics included optimizing port infrastructure and improving customs procedures.

Participants emphasized the crucial role of collaboration among all stakeholders to achieve the set objectives.

Special attention was given to reducing costs and delays, which are essential for enhancing the competitiveness of the Port of Pointe-Noire.

The steering committee put forward several recommendations to streamline the port’s logistics chain.

These included integrating modern technologies for better operation management, simplifying administrative procedures, and improving communication among sector players.

These initiatives aim to boost the efficiency and transparency of the delivery and customs clearance processes.

The ultimate goal is to establish the Port of Pointe-Noire as a leading logistics hub in Central Africa, capable of meeting the growing demands of international trade.

This meeting represents a significant step towards a more efficient and competitive port logistics chain.

The involved parties have shown a strong determination to implement the proposed solutions, with the expectation of seeing tangible results in the near future.

Jean-Robert Tchandy