Belgium backs Mombasa Port as trade gateway, eyes new logistics deals
Mombasa Port is set to deepen its role as a key gateway for Kenya and the wider East African region, with Belgium pledging to strengthen its trade and logistics partnership with the country. Belgium’s Ambassador to Kenya, Tom Neijens, made the remarks when he visited the Port of Mombasa and held a meeting with General […]
Belgium has committed to enhancing its trade and logistics partnership with Kenya, particularly at the Port of Mombasa, which is poised to become a crucial trade gateway in East Africa. During a visit to the port, Belgium's Ambassador to Kenya, Tom Neijens, met with the Port's General Manager, Finance and Commercial Services, Geoffrey Kavate, to discuss potential collaborations in key areas such as cold-chain infrastructure and technology-driven systems to improve port operations.
The discussions took place amid Mombasa's growing cargo volumes and the port's ambition to strengthen its role as a regional trade hub. Ambassador Neijens emphasized Belgium's dedication to using Mombasa for handling imports and exports, noting the benefits of improved operational efficiency and the long-standing strong partnership between the two nations.
The meeting also highlighted the potential for new cooperation in trade and logistics, with both sides eager to explore opportunities in the maritime sector. The Kenya Ports Authority welcomed Belgium's support, particularly in knowledge exchange and capacity building within the maritime and port sectors. As Mombasa continues to handle increasing cargo volumes, the renewed commitment between Belgium and Kenya underscores the importance of international partnerships in supporting the modernization of transport and logistics infrastructure in the region.
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