DP WORLD
MAPUTO
Connecting Southern Africa to global trade through modern infrastructure and seamless logistics.
SOUTHERN
AFRICA’S TRADE
HUB
DP World operates the premier container terminal on Mozambique's coast, serving as the natural gateway for Southern African commerce. Our strategic location, combined with direct shipping routes to Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, positions Maputo as the efficient alternative for regional trade.
With no port congestion and excellent rail and road connectivity, we provide the reliability and speed that your business demands.
THE GATEWAY TO
ESWATINI
DP World Maputo provides the fastest, most cost-effective route for Eswatini's trade with global markets. With established road and rail connections, streamlined border procedures, and comprehensive land-side logistics management, we deliver time savings and reliability that traditional routes cannot match.
OUR CORE SERVICES
Our core services are designed to keep cargo moving efficiently from vessel to destination. From quayside and yard operations to storage, intermodal transport, and value-added solutions, we provide the infrastructure, expertise, and flexibility to handle every cargo type with speed, safety, and precision.
Quayside Services
Quayside operations are built for speed and reliability, supporting containerised cargo with precision. With deep-water access and efficient vessel turnaround, we help reduce anchorage time and maintain schedule integrity for shipping lines and cargo owners alike. Streamlined quayside infrastructure ensures seamless vessel-to-shore transitions with optimal productivity.
TERMINAL FACTS
Terminal area
15 hectare
Container yard
00 TEUs
Quay length
330m
Depth alongside
12 m
Quay cranes
3 mobile harbour cranes
Rubber Tyre Gantries
6 RTGs
Rail sidings
4 x 375 m
Reefer
connections
450 Points (415V, 3 Phase AC)
SHIPPING LINES
AT THE TERMINAL
MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)
| SERVICE NAME | FREQUENCY | ROUTE |
| EAE - East Africa Express | Weekly | Abu Dhabi → Sohar → Mundra → Colombo → Mombasa → Beira → Maputo → Nacala → Mombasa → Colombo → Ad Dammam → Abu Dhabi |
| MS - Mozambique Shuttle | Weekly | Coega → Maputo → Beira → Coega |
PORT ENTRY
CONDITIONS
To ensure smooth operations and compliance, we've updated our Conditions of Entry for the Port of Maputo. If your ship's nomination already included the previous revision, you're all set. The main update introduces a straightforward IMO Class cargo declaration requirement during the ship Acceptance and Nomination process in the VAN system, applicable whether cargo is destined for Maputo, Matola, or in transit.
Ship Masters and Navigation Agents should provide the information specified in the Conditions of Entry to facilitate efficient processing. For full details and documentation, please review the complete MDPC Conditions of Entry.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
What port operations does DP World Mozambique support at their Maputo port?
At DP World Mozambique, we manage a range of port operations at Maputo Port, including container handling, storage, and intermodal transport, ensuring seamless logistics from origin to destination.
How is DP World improving port operations at Maputo port?
DP World Mozambique continuously enhances operations at Maputo Port through smart terminal management, automation, and digital tracking, reducing turnaround times and boosting cargo handling efficiency.
Does DP World offer end-to-end visibility of shipments at Maputo port?
At Maputo Port, we provide full shipment visibility through advanced digital platforms, ensuring seamless supply chain management, real-time tracking, and avoid disruption from origin to destination.
TALK TO AN EXPERT
The team at DP World Mozambique are ready to give you tailored solutions that fit your business needs.