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Gateway to East and Central Africa | Managing the Port of Mombasa | Port of Lamu | Port of Kisumu I ICDs Nairobi & Naivasha I https://t.co/0qTNeJ1rF1…/
Mombasa, Kenya
Joined March 2014
The Port of Mombasa sees remarkable growth, surpassing 2 million TEUs in 2024. @TransportKE .@SDoT_Kenya .@davis_chirchir .@mohamed_daghar
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A fleet of fifteen electric buses have arrived at the Port of Mombasa aboard MV Morning Christina .This is the largest consignment of electric buses to the region as Kenya is looking to transition to clean energy.
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Important Notice to our esteemed stakeholders on cargo clearance at the Port of Mombasa.
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Do you know what Stevedoring is? This is the process of offloading cargo from a ship. To calculate the Stevedoring Tariff for your vessel, visit today! #AskCaptainKargo
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The Port of Mombasa welcomes MSC Poesia, a luxury cruise liner from the Mediterranean Shipping Company. She is carrying 2500 passengers from different nationalities and 1000 crew members of which twenty are Kenyans. With a length overall of 294 metres, MSC Poesia is one of the
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Are you a ships agent/owner or shipper of cargo? Would you like to know the Port Tariff for marine & stevedoring services at the Port of Mombasa? Log on to today to calculate the rates for Port Dues, Docking, Stevedoring & much more! #AskCaptainKargo
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Whenever a ship docks at the Port of Mombasa, there is a Dockage tariff that applies, allowing vessels to use the dock and its facilities. To find out the Dockage Tariff for your vessel, visit today! #AskCaptainKargo
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With our robust, accurate & effective Tariff Calculator, you can now determine the tariff for services rendered to your container, vehicle, or conventional cargo! Log on to today & familiarize yourself with the Port Tariff instantly! #AskCaptainKargo
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Under the prevailing circumstances, you can still import and export cargo and keep your business running. What is that one documentation process you would wish to be familiar with? #AskCaptainKargo
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Did you know that in old English, a person in charge of a wharf was referred to as a "wharfinger”? Well, wharfage is the fee charged to cargo for use of quays, wharves or jetties at the Port. To calculate the Wharfage charge, visit today! #AskCaptainKargo
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Service excellence is key to our operations and we endeavour to exceed customer expectations. We undertake to adhere to our service standards as defined in the Customer Service Charter.
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Do you know what a tugboat is? It is a small but powerful ship used to tow or ‘tug’ vessels into the port. To calculate the tariff for Tug Services, visit our Tariff Calculator at #AskCaptainKargo
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Captain William Kipkemboi Ruto has been appointed the new KPA Managing Director effective 10th March 2023. Captain Ruto, is the immediate former GM Kisumu Port & has vast experience in the Maritime Industry, having worked for the Authority since 1991. Congratulations sir!
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We are hiring!!.KPA is looking for qualified candidates to fill the below positions. Visit our website at under careers and submit your applications for consideration. Good luck!!
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Whenever importing/shipping cargo, our operations teams manage the ground handling & transfer of your goods at our sheds & terminals; a process known as Shorehandling. To calculate charges for Shorehandling services, visit today! #AskCaptainKargo
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Port of Lamu is preparing to handle its maiden livestock exportation to the gulf. MV Banyas 1 docked at the Port from Suez port in Egypt in readiness to transport 200 head of cattle and 15,400 goats and sheep to Oman.
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Our dedicated team at the Port of Mombasa work hard to provide the highest standard marine services to you and your cargo. Use our Tariff Calculator today to calculate the Marine Services and Port Dues tariff by visiting #AskCaptainKargo
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KPA has invested heavily on modern ship tracking and cargo operations systems. This has greatly simplified operations planning and documentation thereby reducing ship turnaround and cargo dwell time. Visit and #AskCaptainKargo all you need to know.
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Kenya Ports Authority has successfully re-floated a container carrier Msc Eagle F to avert a marine ecological disaster at the entrance of the Kilindini channel.
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Do you know why the current Port of Mombasa is called Kilindini? "Kilindini" in Kiswahili means a place of deep waters. Visit and #AskCaptainKargo all you need to know.
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A Port of Refuge receives a ship in distress, a Port of Safety takes in a ship being salvaged & a Safe Haven is a port for ships with cargo/passengers that call at it. Which one does the Port of Mombasa qualify as?.#AskCaptainKargo.
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CS for @TransportKE Hon. @kipmurkomen has arrived at the KPA Headquarters in Mombasa. The CS is meeting top management and will later on tour key facilities including Container Terminal,KOT, & Conventional Cargo Terminal. @BaloziMwangemi
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The Port of Mombasa records another milestone after receiving the longest ever container ship MV Kotka. The Liberian registered vessel has a Length Overall of 318 meters, 43 meters in breadth and a draft of 9.3 meters. The container carrier has a gross tonnage of 81488 tons, and
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Our main operations are based at the Port of Mombasa and we are also responsible for all scheduled ports that include Lamu, Malindi, Kilifi, Mtwapa, Kiunga, Shimoni, Funzi, Vanga and Kisumu.
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KPA is committed to the promotion of Ethics and Integrity in conducting business transactions. Our customers have a right to courteous and efficient services without compromise. #AskCaptainKargo
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The tariff for Port services is broadly divided into charges for services rendered to ships (Pilotage, navigation, dockage, stevedoring) and charges for services rendered to cargo (Wharfage, shorehandling and storage).Click this link to learn more
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We live by our commitment to give you world class port services, because you are important to us! For questions and to discover more, visit #AskCaptainKargo
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KPA has acquired an additional four Rubber Tyred Gantry Cranes (RTGs) worth USD 8.5 million in the ongoing equipment upgrading and modernization programme. The four cranes built on advanced technology have a Safe Working Load capacity of 45 tons, wheel span of 24 Meters, and
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Luxury cruise liner Norwegian Dawn calls the Port of Mombasa early Sunday morning, carrying 2300 passengers and 1100 crew aboard, becoming the first cruise vessel of the year to dock in Mombasa. Sailing to Mombasa from Seychelles, Norwegian Dawn, has an LOA of 294 meters.
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Korea Marine Transport Container (KMTC) Shipping Line has deployed its first ever vessel to the African continent choosing the Port of Mombasa as the first port of Call.
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The Port of Mombasa will receive 30 ships in the next two weeks. Container cargo makes the bulk of the calls with 16 vessels expected during this period. Four car carriers, eight conventional cargo vessels and two oil tankers will also discharge various cargo during the period.
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Kenya Ports Authority’s mandate is to maintain, operate, improve and regulate all scheduled sea ports along Kenya’s coastline, including inland waterways.
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The Port of Mombasa is honored to receive cruise vessel MS Ambience on a maiden voyage to Mombasa. She sailed to the Port early morning from Victoria port in Seychelles carrying 1700 passengers of different nationalities who will spend two days in our coastal town. It has been
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KPAs footprint extends to Lamu, Nairobi, Naivasha, Kisumu, Kampala, Kigali and Bujumbura. This is in line with its Strategy of taking services closer to customers. Pay us a visit to any of our offices to know more about the Port.
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KPA has extended the application deadline for the advertised internship position. Interested candidates now have up to 18th November 2022 to apply.
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Ethiopian vessel MV Abbay II docked at the Port of Lamu with a consignment of 60,000 metric tons of fertilizer. The maiden call by the Ethiopian ship marks the inaugural cargo destined to the transit market through the Port of Lamu. This milestone signifies a significant
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Are you in the import and export business, then tell us, what procedure do you find difficult as you clear your cargo? #AskCaptainKargo Read more:
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We digitized the MPRO or Mombasa Port Release Order (a color-coded document processed in sextuplicate) into an electronic Pick-up Order, accessible on our portal globally, easing the clearance process for imported cargo. Visit today! #AskCaptainKargo
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MD Captain William Ruto officially takes over from his predecessor Ag. MD @BaloziMwangemi promising to spearhead efforts to transform Port of Mombasa & other port facilities to true regional economic hubs.
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Are you looking to get into the import and export business but have a lot of questions? #AskCaptainKargo everything you need to know today!
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Completed Berth 22 at the Port of Mombasa. The new berth is 300 meters wide and brings an additional 450,000 TEUs annual capacity. @BaloziMwangemi
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Do you know the difference between a seaport, inland port and river port? Which category does the Port of Mombasa fall under? #AskCaptainKargo and visit today!
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A second batch of livestock exports to Salalah Port in Oman is currently being loaded onto MV Banyas 1 at Port of Lamu.Over 4000 head of livestock including 800 camels goats & bulls will be shipped to the gulf coming two months after the port handled its maiden livestock exports
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The Port of Mombasa is projected to handle a total of 35 million metric tons cargo throughput by end of the year in comparison to 33.88 million MT recorded in 2022. #Achievements2023.#portoperations.#shipping
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Are you planning on importing cargo into Kenya and the EAC region? Here is a step-by-step guide to the processes behind import documentation. To learn more visit #AskCaptainKargo
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Do you know what breakbulk is? This is loose, non-containerized cargo stowed directly into a ship’s hold. Follow this link to know more
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A record 51 vessels will call the Port of Mombasa in the next #14days per our expected vessel schedule. Among these is the General Cargo ship BBC Xingang that will discharge project cargo. In total 26 container vessels, four car carriers, seven oil tankers and 14 conventional
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Hello! I am Captain Kargo, here to guide you through the Port and its workings. If you have any questions, #AskCaptainKargo. To know more visit
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Cruise vessel World Odyssey makes her third visit to the port of Mombasa docking at the port early Friday morning. Popularly known as “Semester at Sea” the World’s biggest floating campus, which operates academic voyage for students will be in Mombasa for six days to February
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Looking for internship opportunities? KPA is looking for qualified candidates to fill the below internship positions. Visit our website at under careers and submit your applications for consideration. Good luck!!
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Port of Mombasa today received a new state-of-the-art tugboat RAstar 4200 built in Turkey at a cost of 1.9 billion shillings.The high-performance Azimuth Stern Driven (ASD) tug christened Mwokozi 2 joins KPA fleet of tugboats to primarily offer salvage and harbour operations
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KPA engineers have finalized the design of an innovative passenger terminal at Kisumu Port, setting stage for cruise ships to start docking at the port in the near future. This cutting-edge terminal is set to transform travel in the Lake region with its unique fusion of indoor
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Cruise Liner World Odyssey calls the Port of Mombasa on her maiden voyage. The vessel dubbed semester at sea operates the World’s floating campus, - an academic voyage for students who get to conduct classes aboard the ship.1/4
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Car carrier MV Garnet leader arrives at the Port of Mombasa to discharge 537 motor vehicle units. #portperformance.#shipping .#Maritime
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The vessel transporting the three Ship to Shore Gantry cranes (STSs) for the Port of Lamu arrived safely at the port this morning. MV Zhen Hua 24 from China berthed at the Port of Lamu's second berth at 10:00 a.m. The cranes are expected to boost operations at Kenya's second
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The dredging and removal of water hyacinth from Lake Victoria will start soon after the AU High Representative for Infrastructure Development @RailaOdinga launched the 4000 tonne dredging vessel MV Mango Tree today at the Kisumu Pier.
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Are you to import a vehicle through the Port of Mombasa? With the Tariff Calculator, you can find our charges for the port services rendered to your vehicle at the click of a button! Visit to use the Tariff Calculator today! #AskCaptainKargo
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The port of Mombasa has introduced double stack railing to improve cargo off take by the Standard Gauge Railway freight service. The service will transport 152 containers from the current 108 containers enhancing faster cargo movement and increased efficiency at the port.
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The buses were shipped by BYD Automotive; the largest manufacturer of electric vehicles in the world following a successful trial of two pilot buses which are currently operational in Nrb. Morning Christina is among 39 vessels expected at the port of Mombasa in the next two weeks
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As of today, two out of the three state-of-the-art Post-Panamax Ship-to-Shore (STS) gantry cranes that were delivered at the Port of Lamu last Saturday have been safely offloaded from the vessel MV Zhen Hua 24. Managing Director, Capt. William Ruto announced that the remaining
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Captain Kargo is happy to show you the ways of the Port of Mombasa. With world-class port services and our promise to meet your expectations, we can put a smile on your face. If you have questions, email askcaptainKargo@kpa.co.ke or visit #AskCaptainKargo
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MSC Aria III, a container vessel sailing under the flag of Liberia has docked at the Port of Mombasa.
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Port of Mombasa receives cruise liner-MS BOLETTE with 900 passengers. Operated by Fred Oisen cruise line, the luxurious passenger ship with LOA of 238 & draft of 8 metres is on her maiden call from Seychelles. She will be in Mombasa for two days before departing for Zanzibar.
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The Port of Lamu has today berthed container carrier MV Boston Trader to record the 19th vessel since it was operationalized in 2021.
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The port of Mombasa will receive a record 48 cargo vessels as the festive season peaks. Car carriers account for six vessels with container cargo vessels remaining the bulk of the vessels to call the port during this period. #portoperations.#shipping .#maritime
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To clear your cargo from the port, give your documents to a registered Clearing Agent who will then lodge them with the Revenue Authority and Kenya Ports Authority
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Uganda chat with us during our Live Forum on Thursday 29th, 1pm-3pm and have all your questions answered using #UGandMombasaPort. Don’t miss out!
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Port of Mombasa receives the fourth first caller vessel since the start of the year pointing to increased connectivity of the port and enhanced business. First callers are vessels that are docking at a port for the first time to load/discharge cargo or for passengers to embark
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The Port of Mombasa is a compulsory pilotage port. This means once a foreign ship is about to make an entry into the Port, it is only a Kenyan pilot who navigates the vessel into the port.
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Port of Mombasa will handle a record 52 vessels in the next #14days. Among the vessels expected to call Mombasa during this period is five oil tankers which will discharge various petroleum and edible vegetable oils. #portposition.#14Dayslist.#shipping
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The Technical University of Mombasa is collaborating with KPA to assist the institution of higher learning to build capacity in maritime training. The institution which plans to introduce a Bachelor of Science in Nautical Studies is consulting the Authority through the
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Port performance outlook for the next #14Days. The Port of Mombasa will handle 36 cargo vessels in the next 14 days. Five conventional cargo vessels will discharge various steel products during this period, with four oil tankers carrying petroleum products expected at the port
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The Regional Container Line, a Thai based container shipping line reveals plans to expand its operations at Port of Mombasa following its entrance to the EA market last year.
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The Port of Mombasa is the key entry and exit point for cargo belonging to vast environs that include Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, South Sudan, Somalia and Ethiopia.
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President @WilliamsRuto announces several initiatives to streamline efficiency of the port of Mombasa & other facilities for full optimization of the maritime transport industry. Thread
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KPA will provide end-to-end logistics services for transit market customers from Port of Mombasa to the destination; a move that will improve efficiency & reduce cost of doing business. MD Capt. William Ruto engaged COSCO shipping Line Deputy GM for Global Investment Frances Tan
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Vehicle carrier, Hoegh London, docks at the Port of Mombasa. The vessel with an overall length of 229 meters is the biggest ship ever handled by Bollore. It is discharging 1400 motor car units. @Bollore_BTL
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His Excellency President @WilliamsRuto toured key operational facilities at the port of Mombasa today. Accompanied by CS for Roads & Transport Hon.@kipmurkomen, Mining Blue Economy & Maritime affairs Hon Salim Mvurya.
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Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Hon. @KindikiKithure was at the Port of Mombasa where he flagged off ten Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) that will facilitate frontline officers in combating crime in the country. @InteriorKE
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Port performance outlook for the next #14days. A total of 29 vessels will call Port of Mombasa with 16 container vessels. Three car carriers & three oil tankers will discharge vehicle units & petroleum products respectively with seven conventional cargo vessels expected to dock
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Port of Mombasa witnesses record performance after @cmacgm Manta Ray discharged 2440 TEUs in the first eight hours.Piloted by MD Captain William Ruto to berth no. 22 when she called, the vessel broke a five-year record with 194 moves per hour against 192 moves recorded in 2018
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Transport and Roads Cabinet Secretary Hon. @kipmurkomen has urged the new KPA Board of Directors to ensure necessary investments are put in place for the Port of Mombasa to beat competition in the region.
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Our Chairman Hon. @DaluTayari and MD William Ruto over the weekend inspected the LAPSSET Corridor route from Lamu to Moyale to see construction progress and status of the road. During the survey exercise, the two were briefed by the Lamu - Garissa - Isiolo Road 536KMs project
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A total of three Ship To Shore (STS) gantry cranes were today delivered to the Port of Mombasa in readiness for start of operations at the newly constructed berth 22. KPA now has a complement of sixteen (16) gantry cranes serving seven container berths at the port.
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Our #vessel of the day is MV Uhuru. The ferry wagon plies Lake Victoria between Kisumu, Port Bell and Jinja ports. #vesseloftheday.#shipping
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Port of Mombasa cargo vessel outlook in the next 14 days. Forty vessels expected to call the Port. Twenty-one container vessels, nine conventional cargo ships, six car carriers and four oil tankers to discharge the various cargo during this period. #Portposition.#14dayslist
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"There are only two options for a ship: Either to sail to the sea and fight with the waves or rot in a port! The same is valid for the man"!. Blessed week ahead. #shippingqoutes.#maritimemotivation.#maritime.#shipping
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Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Hon. @kipmurkomen approves bonus payment for period 2020/2021 to KPA employees following exemplary performance of port Mombasa.
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Managing Director Capt. William Ruto is actively engaging with customers and stakeholders in the transit markets to promote awareness and adoption of the Authority's online payment platform, Kargo pay. Currently in Rwanda after a successful visit to Uganda last week, Capt. Ruto
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Try our online Tariff Calculator to know the port tariffs for services rendered to your cargo and vessels, allowing you to import and export your goods efficiently! Access the Tariff Calculator at today.#AskCaptainKargo
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The Port of Mombasa has today received an ultra-modern container vessel a few months after rolling out of shipyard this year. Mv Ever Vow sailed into the Kilindini channel from Port Klang, Malaysia to dock at the busy second Container Terminal. The Evergreen-owned container
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MS Nautica Cruise Ship docks at the Port of Mombasa with 1034 visitors on board; 640 tourists and 394 crew. Tourism Cabinet Secretary @tunajibu welcomed the holidaymakers. The CS was flanked by @Kenya_Ports General Manager Operations Sudi Mwasinago @MagicalKenya @Min_TourismKE
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Port of Mombasa receives another cruise liner on a maiden call from Mayotte Island.Carrying 1,040 passengers & 506 crew members, the majority German tourists will sample our tourism products before sailing to Zanzibar at 2100 HRS .@magicalkenya .@Min_TourismKE .@peninah_malonza
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#Achievements2023 Since its rehabilitation the Port of Kisumu continues to register growth in the total cargo throughput handled. The inland water way port that serves the Nyanza and lake region parts of Uganda and Tanzania handled 127,745 metric tons of cargo in 2023 compared
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430 rail wagons have been commissioned by @PSSDTransport Mohamed Daghar to enhance cargo offtake from the Port of Mombasa to the hinterlands. @KenyaRailways procured the wagons with 200 designated for the Metre Gauge Railway and 230 for the Standard Gauge Railway. Operational
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The Port of Mombasa receives cruise liner MV Insignia, the tenth cruise vessel to call the port, since the cruise season circuit that runs between October and May started. The luxury cruise liner sailed to Mombasa from Mahe in Seychelles with 761 passengers and crew on board.
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The Mombasa Governor Hon. Abdulswamad Nassir has congratulated KPA Managing Director Capt. William Ruto following his appointment to the position.
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The Port has 19 berths of total length 3,844 meters and 10 - 15 meters deep. This means that it is capable of handling panamax vessels.
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