Kribi Multipurpose Terminal (KMT) has started operating at the Port of Kribi’s multipurpose terminal. The concession contract has a duration of 25 years until 2045.
“We are excited to kick off our operation in Cameroon, and we look forward to working closely with the EXIM trade, promoting and enhancing smooth cargo movements,” said Kathy Magne, KMT chief executive officer.
Under the concession contract, KMT will develop, operate and maintain the multipurpose facility at the port, located 170km south of Douala. Phase 1 consists of 265m of berth and 10 hectares of yard. Phase 2 consist of an additional 350m of berth and 23 hectares of yard. The whole facility has 16m of water depth and KMT is capable of accommodating the largest vessels.
KMT is purposely built to handle multipurpose shipping line services including ro-ro, project and heavy lift cargo, forestry products, dry bulk and other general cargoes, and to offer support services to the oil and gas industry.
The port is surrounded by the Kribi Industrial Area, a 262sq km zone destined to accommodate new industrial and logistical developments.