HPC supports Mogadishu equipment investment

HPC Hamburg Port Consulting (HPC) has been appointed to support the next phase of equipment investments at the Port of Mogadishu, Somalia’s primary maritime gateway.

The assignment covers advisory and supervision services for the procurement and implementation of key port assets, including mobile harbour cranes, reachstackers, cargo control equipment and maintenance management systems.

“These investments are an important step in strengthening the port’s operational capabilities and supporting future growth,” said Ambassador Mohamed Ali Nur, Director General of the Mogadishu Port Authority.

“Ensuring that equipment is selected, procured and implemented in a structured and transparent manner is critical to achieving the intended operational benefits.”

Under the mandate, HPC will support the Mogadishu Port Authority in reviewing technical specifications and tender documentation, evaluating bids, monitoring contractual milestones and overseeing implementation of selected equipment investments.

The scope also includes advisory services covering maintenance management systems and spare parts management, with the aim of aligning new assets with operational requirements and long-term performance objectives.

The project is being delivered by a joint venture between HPC and Sellhorn Ingenieurgesellschaft, combining expertise in port operations and equipment with civil engineering capabilities.

HPC said the assignment reflects the importance of integrating new equipment into wider operational and maintenance processes rather than focusing solely on asset acquisition.

“Modern equipment alone does not create a high-performing terminal,” said Ehab Habib, vice president Middle East & Africa at HPC. “The challenge is ensuring that new assets are effectively integrated into day-to-day operations, maintenance processes and digital systems.”

Habib added that coordinated systems and processes can help ports maximise the value of equipment investments and achieve longer-term performance improvements.

The latest assignment builds on HPC’s ongoing cooperation with the Mogadishu Port Authority as part of the port’s wider development programme.

The consultancy has previously supported the authority through technical, operational and advisory services across a range of modernisation initiatives.

The new equipment programme is intended to enhance cargo handling capabilities, operational efficiency and asset management as Mogadishu continues developing its role as Somalia’s main maritime gateway.