DP World has rolled out its port community system (PCS) in Kenya, marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to enhance trade efficiency and transparency.
As the main gateway for over a dozen landlocked nations in East and Central Africa, the Port of Mombasa plays a pivotal role in regional trade, making its digital transformation key to improving Africa’s logistics competitiveness.
“Digitalisation is no longer optional – it’s essential for unlocking the full potential of African trade,” said Mahmood Albastaki, chief operating officer of Digital Trade Solutions at DP World.
“By introducing this platform in Kenya, we are connecting Africa’s ports to the digital economy and setting a new regional benchmark for integration and transparency.”
Developed in collaboration with EMEA Port Logistics, and implemented with the Kenya Ports Authority and the Government of Kenya, the PCS enables all port stakeholders to benefit from enhanced cargo visibility, streamlined operations and faster clearance times.
The new platform will serve importers, exporters, freight forwarders, transport firms, and customs agents, offering digital tools for cargo tracking, gate booking, billing, payments and real-time updates.
Once fully operational, it is expected to reduce cargo clearance times by up to 30%, improving turnaround for more than 3,000 users annually.
“This partnership with DP World marks an important step in advancing Kenya’s logistics capabilities,” said Jack Rono, director of EMEA Port Logistics. “Together, we’re creating a connected and transparent ecosystem that benefits all players in the trade chain.”
The initiative supports Kenya’s Vision 2030 to modernise trade infrastructure.
