Lekki Sea Port is Ready to Support Global Trade, Cite Capacities

The management of Lekki Sea Port says that the port has demonstrated its ability to support global trade effectively, given its feats within one year of operations. 

In a post on its official LinkedIn and its official X handle, the Lekki Deep Seaport LFTZ Enterprises Limited, said that between April 2023 and April 2024, the port berthed 75 vessels, including the first LNG-powered vessel and the largest ship to enter Nigerian water measuring 366 LOA and handled 100, 000 containers in a year. 

The port, which marked one year since it officially, commenced commercial operations on April 1, 2024, has also facilitated over 25,000 transshipments of cargo destined for neighbouring West African countries. 

The port noted that with the capacity to handle,14,000 twenty equivalent units container vessels, it embarked on transhipment activities in June 2023, facilitating over 25,000 transhipments to date.
The management of the port expressed gratitude for the support received and acknowledged the Nigerian Ports Authority for providing marine services and tug boats.
It added that in a bid to ensure efficient and seamless traffic management, it created a 153-capacity pre-gate truck park which will work with “our vehicle booking system at the Lekki Port gate to avoid congestion”.
“We have also deployed the use of 2 Nuctech FS 6000 non-intrusive scanners by the Nigerian Customs Service to fast-track the process of cargo examination and evacuation to ensure safety and security with regards to goods passing through our gates,” it stated.
According to LFTZ, the port was duly authorised by the NCS to process and receive pharmaceutical products, expanding its operational versatility and contributing to public health.
“As we reflect on these achievements, we are reminded of the journey’s challenges and triumphs. Our success is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and collaboration of our dedicated team, our partners, Lekki Freeport Terminal & CMA CGM, the government agencies at the port working tirelessly and the maritime community.