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Matadi Gateway Terminal in the Democratic Republic of Congo is undertaking several key projects this year aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and customer service
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One of the major initiatives is the construction of a 2.65-kilometer road linking the Port of Matadi to the Kinkanda traffic circle to reduce container dwell times and streamline cargo deliveries
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MGT also plans to expand its storage yard to accommodate the consistently growing cargo volumes
Matadi Gateway Terminal (MGT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is undertaking several key projects this year aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and customer service.
One of the major initiatives is the construction of a 2.65-kilometer road linking the Port of Matadi to the Kinkanda traffic circle via SEP (Services des Entreprises Pétrolières) Congo and RN (Route Nationale) 14, ICTSI said in a statement.
The project consists of building 906 meters of new road and rehabilitating 1,746 meters of existing infrastructure. The first phase, covering the 1.75 km stretch between the Kinkanda traffic circle and Entrée SEP, was completed in June last year. The second phase, set to begin last month, will extend from MGT and exit east to the RN14-SEP Congo entrance.
Upon completion, the improved roadway is expected to reduce container dwell times and streamline cargo deliveries for trucking companies. It will also help alleviate congestion in the western part of Matadi, benefiting both the terminal and the surrounding local community, ICTSI noted.
In addition to the road project, MGT also plans to expand its storage yard to accommodate the consistently growing cargo volumes. This expansion is key to maximizing storage capacity and ensuring the terminal meets growing customer demand, ICTSI said.
Further enhancing accessibility and the overall experience for clients and port users, MGT is extending its parking area for clients and stakeholders. A new pedestrian walkway is also being built to enhance safety for visitors.
“Overall, MGT’s objective is not only to continuously improve its operations and customer service, but also to contribute to the creation of indirect jobs in Matadi,” ICTSI said.
MTD is a joint venture between ICTSI and La Société De Gestion Immobilière Lengo (SIMOBILE) to develop a container and general cargo terminal along the river bank of the Congo River at Mbengu Matadi. SIMOBILE is a concessionaire of a parcel of land along the Congo river in the district of Mbengu, Township of Matadi, intended for port use.
Aside from MTD, ICTSI manages three other terminals in Africa, namely Kribi Multipurpose Terminal in Cameroon, Onne Multipurpose Terminal in Nigeria, and Madagascar International Container Terminal.
