Angola’s Namibe Port Reopens Sacomar Terminal, Handles 26,420 Tons of Pig Iron for Export to Asia
The Sacomar Mineral Terminal at the Port of Namibe has resumed operations after more than three years of closure, receiving a cargo vessel from China carrying 26,420 tons of pig iron destined for the Asian market.
According to a statement from the Port of Namibe, the terminal’s reopening follows the construction of a new pier, inaugurated in October 2025.
The development marks a significant step in strengthening Angola’s role in international trade and enhancing its position along global shipping routes.
Luís Cesar, Coordinator of the Terminal Management Committee, described the resumption of operations as a historic milestone and a decisive move toward establishing the terminal as a strategic platform for mineral exports.
He emphasized the focus on improving operational efficiency and boosting competitiveness in the sector.
José Sequeira, representative of the shipping agency Seatrade, noted that the arrival of the vessel adds significant value to the maritime and logistics industry.
He highlighted the port’s favorable conditions, particularly its deep draft capacity, which enables it to accommodate large vessels.
The Port of Namibe is now entering a new phase aimed at maximizing returns on investments made under the Integrated Development Project for Moçâmedes Bay.
The terminal’s rehabilitation was financed by Japan through an investment of approximately $600 million and executed by the Toyota Tsusho consortium.
The upgraded infrastructure includes a 520-meter pier capable of receiving large ships and handling an estimated maximum throughput capacity of up to 10 million tons annually.
The Angolan government also plans to integrate the terminal with the Moçâmedes Railway through both road and rail connections.
This logistics corridor will facilitate the transport of minerals from the inland provinces of Huíla, Cuando, and Cubango to the port for export.
