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Africa
Logistics

PPPs are the logical way forward

27 Feb 2024 - by Liesl Venter
Koen Rombouts, AGL's southern Africa managing director. Source: LinkedIn
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The mining industry continues to flourish across the African continent, and significant investments are being made to bolster infrastructure and streamline logistics operations.

Companies are recognising the pivotal role of efficient transportation and supply chain management in supporting this growth trajectory, said Koen Rombouts, managing director for southern Africa at Africa Global Logistics (AGL).

The company, which has solidified its position as one of the top logistics service providers on the continent, has made significant investments in its mining operations by setting up dedicated teams to service the sector.

This move emphasises AGL's dedication to offering customised solutions and optimising efficiency in the fast-growing mining sector.

"Our ongoing investment in ports, road, and rail infrastructure reflects our commitment to continuous expansion," said Rombouts.

"Mining operations in Africa often occur in remote regions where logistical challenges can significantly inflate costs.

"Therefore, enhancing capacity and investing in infrastructure is paramount for improving efficiency and ensuring the sustainability of these operations."

He said AGL was currently making substantial investments, particularly in port infrastructure.

The company has become one of the leading operators of port concessions in Africa.

Rombouts said this was about accommodating the growing volume of mining exports on the continent and optimising connectivity between countries and global markets.In the east of Africa,

AGL has undertaken to implement an investment programme for the modernisation and development of the Port of Malindi in Zanzibar through its involvement at the multipurpose terminal.

The company plans to build an inland container depot outside the port to relieve congestion at this port hub.

On the West Coast, AGL is set to transform the Port of Lobito in Angola, where it now operates both the container and multipurpose terminals.

It has committed to investing nearly €100 million to turn the Port of Lobito into a modern, efficient, and competitive port platform, expected to facilitate the transport of strategic minerals such as copper and cobalt from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to international markets.

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