insert_link Business / Economics Namport upgrades Walvis Bay port equipment to improve efficiency and safety The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has introduced next-generation reach stackers at the Port of Walvis Bay as part of its ongoing port modernisation drive aimed at improving efficiency, safety, and service delivery. The E-Series machines, supplied by Forklift Allied Equipment, are capable of stacking containers up to five high, increasing container handling capacity while reducing equipment downtime and operational risks. Namport’s Manager for Marketing and Stakeholder Engagement, Cliff Shikuambi, said […] today2 February, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics EU, Port of Rotterdam support Namport in Lüderitz port expansion plan The European Union and the Port of Rotterdam have signed a N$13 million partnership with Namport to support the planned expansion of the Lüderitz Port in southern Namibia. The agreement, signed during the EU’s Africa regional workshop on Green Shipping Corridors, forms part of the EU–Namibia Strategic Partnership on Sustainable Raw Materials and Renewable Hydrogen. The project will focus on environmental and technical studies for the proposed expansion at Angra […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Cleanergy to build ammonia pipeline at Walvis Bay by 2029 “What is missing is that pipeline that needs to be a link between the vessel and the plant where the green ammonia is exported.” Cleanergy Solutions will construct an ammonia pipeline and terminal at Walvis Bay to support green fuel exports. The project is scheduled for completion in 2029. Namport has allocated land for the development and is investing in supporting infrastructure. Cleanergy has committed €3 billion to scale up […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Walvis Bay North Port expansion to create jobs and support green industry Sealing the agreement with a handshake are Mr Jacques Vandermerien, Chief Executive Officer of the Port of Antwerp Bruges International with Mr Andrew Kanime, Chief Executive Officer of Namport, and Mr Mario Lievens, Course Programme Director at the Flanders Port Training Center (Photo: Namport) Namport and the Port of Antwerp-Bruges International have reaffirmed their partnership to develop Walvis Bay’s North Port. The project will begin with the construction of a […] today11 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namport cancels Lüderitz oil and gas tender Port of Lüderitz (Photo: Namport) The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) has abruptly cancelled a pre-qualification tender for a new oil and gas supply base at Lüderitz, just days after the process was launched. Namibia has become a rising exploration hotspot following major offshore discoveries by Shell, TotalEnergies, Galp, and Rhino Resources. With plans to deliver first oil by 2030, Lüderitz has been earmarked as the country’s future energy hub. The […] today18 August, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Prime minister Eliyah Ngurare okwa talelepo o Namport ohela Prime minister Eliyah Ngurare okwa endulula eitulemo lyepangelo oku nawapaleka egandjo lyomayakulo,oku yambulapo uundikuwetikile,noku kwashilipaleka oshisho. Ngurare okwali ta popi pethimbo a talelepo o Namibia Ports Authority kombaye ohela. Etalelepo olili oshitopolwa shoonkundathana dhomupilima nomahangano ga yama kepangelo ,oku nongonona omakuthombinga gago meyambulepo lyopashigwana. Eenda pamwe noministe yiilonga niiyenditho Veikko Nekundi,Ngurare okwa dhenge omuthindo onkandangala ya simana hayi dhanwa ko Namport oku yambulapo eliko lyoshilongo ,oshowo oshikondo shoku tuta oondongelwa […] today8 April, 2025
insert_link Environment Namport And UNAM Partner for Walvis Bay Lagoon Study Namport and the University of Namibia have entered into a three-year agreement to assess the ecosystem health and biodiversity of the Walvis Bay Lagoon. Signed on Tuesday, the N$3.7 million partnership aims to provide valuable insights into the lagoon’s environmental status. One Africa TV’s NewsOne reporter, Adolf Kaure, has more on this development. today6 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namport Advances Concession Agreement for New Container Terminal at Port of Walvis Bay Namibian Ports Authority is finalizing a 25-year concession agreement with Terminal Investment Limited to operate the new Container Terminal at the Port of Walvis Bay by the fourth quarter of 2024 according to The Brief's reports. TIL, a subsidiary of MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, was selected to enhance efficiency and attract private investment. The agreement aims to boost operational capabilities, competitiveness, and employment opportunities amid changes in the shipping industry […] today17 July, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Namport sets new cargo record The Namibian Ports Authority has set a new record, handling 8 million tonnes of cargo in the fiscal year ending 31 March 2024, marking a 4% increase from the previous year. Major exports include, bulk salt saw a growth of 10%, copper concentrate 12%, bagged salt 1%, frozen fish 29%, manganese ore 15.7%, zinc/lead concentrates 2.9% and marble 41%. The Corporate Communications Manager at Namport, Taná Pesat explains. With regards […] today14 May, 2024
