Matadi Gateway Terminal (MGT), operated by International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has enhanced its operational capacity with the addition of four new hybrid and automated rubber-tired gantries (RTGs).
This acquisition expands the terminal's RTG fleet to eight units, aligning with MGT's ongoing commitment to support the country's economic growth. The new cranes are expected to improve yard productivity and offer greater flexibility in handling increasing cargo volumes.
“With these additional cranes, MGT will improve vessel and truck turnaround times, leading to faster services and enhanced safety standards. These modern equipment also reduce the risk of technical failures by distributing the workload more effectively, guaranteeing more reliable and continuous operation,” said Timothee Jeannin, MGT general manager.
MGT has also initiated a series of civil works aimed at improving efficiency and customer experience. These projects include the construction of a 2.65-kilometer road connecting the Port of Matadi to key transport routes, an expansion of the storage yard to accommodate growing cargo volumes, and the extension of parking facilities. The upgrades are expected to streamline cargo movement, reduce congestion, and support long-term growth at the terminal.
In January 2014, ICTSI entered a joint venture with La Société De Gestion Immobilière Lengo (SIMOBILE) to develop a container and general cargo terminal along the Congo River at Mbengu Matadi, D.R. Congo. The two companies formed Matadi Gateway Terminal, which manages and operates the facility. SIMOBILE holds the concession for a parcel of land along the river in the district of Mbengu, Township of Matadi, intended for port use.