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Quelimane Port Overview — Very Small | Mozambique Shipping
Quelimane is a very small river natural port in Mozambique (East Africa). Handles vessels up to 500 feet in length. Facilities: ship repairs, dry dock, ...
About
Quelimane Port, located on the banks of the Zambezi River in Mozambique, serves as a critical maritime hub for connecting the inland regions of Mozambique to international markets. As a small port, it primarily facilitates trade in agricultural products, minerals, and regional exports, contributing significantly to the local economy. Its strategic location along the Indian Ocean coastline allows for efficient shipping routes to major trading partners in Europe and Asia. Although Quelimane Port is less busy than larger ports in Mozambique like Maputo, it plays an essential role in supporting local industries and fostering economic development in the region. With improvements and investments in port facilities and logistics, Quelimane Port is positioned to enhance its operational capacity and serve an increasing number of vessels and cargo shipments.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Quelimane Port
Container volume · last 12 months
20 vessel calls monthly
Average monthly vessel traffic
5 hours
Typical turnaround time
60%
Current utilization rate
Schedule reliability
1 hour
Average anchorage wait
Regional & international routes
Asia · Europe · North America
Weather & peak-season congestion
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Quelimane
2 vessels
Vessels currently at berth
1 vessel
Vessels waiting
2 days
Average cargo stay
Stable
Congestion analysis · 30 days
Technical information and facilities available at Quelimane Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Verified harbor characteristics, navigation requirements and available services for this port, from the NGA World Port Index.
Source: NGA World Port Index (Pub 150), public domain.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Quelimane Port
Environmental sustainability initiatives
Carbon emissions efficiency
Relative environmental performance
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Quelimane Port
Quelimane Port is a vital link in Mozambique's trade network, particularly for agricultural and regional exports. Its access to the Zambezi River enhances its importance as a transportation hub for goods traveling from the interior of Mozambique to international markets. As the port continues to develop and improve its facilities, it is positioned to play a significant role in driving economic growth and trade in the region, aligning with the national objectives to enhance infrastructure and connectivity. Quelimane is classified as a very small river natural harbor. Its approach channel has a depth of 16 - 20 feet 4.9 - 6.1 meters. The port offers a cargo terminal and ship repair services. 3 shipping lines currently call at Quelimane. The nearest major port is Macuse (Mozambique), approximately 62 km away. Founded by Muslim traders as a Swahili commercial centre linked to the Quiloa network, Quelimane entered the historical record in 1498 when Vasco da Gama's expedition named its estuary the 'River of Good Omens'. A Portuguese trading post from 1544, it later became a major slave-trading port before 19th-century coconut and tea plantations turned it into a leading exporter of copra, palm oil and tea.
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