- Port Overview
- Port Picture
- Description and Contacts of Key Companies
- Port Performance
- Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
- Berthing Specifications
- General Cargo Handling Berths
- Port Handling Equipment
- Container Facilities
- Customs Guidance
- Terminal Information
- Stevedoring
- Hinterland Information
- Port Security
Port Overview
Calabar is multi-purpose facility controlled by the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA). It consists of 2 terminals, A and B, and 2 smaller berths in the ‘Old Port’ area. It has 7.5 m channel drafts. Terminals are managed by private operators on concessional leases.
Terminal B which controls 80% of the port facility area is operated under concession by ECM Terminals Ltd, Intels LTD and Addak are the other terminal operators.
Dangote has a milling facility and LaFarge a cement plant in the Port precinct.
Port website: http://nigerianports.gov.ng/calabar/
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Nigeria |
Province or District |
Cross River |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Calabar - 1 km |
Port's Complete Name |
Port of Calabar |
Latitude |
4º 58' 0'' N |
Longitude |
8º 19' 9'' E |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Nigeria Ports Authority: calabar@nigerianports.org +234 087 232505 ECM Terminals: info@ecmterminals.com Intels: info@intelservices.com Addak (Shoreline) Logistics: http://www.shorelinelogistics.com/contact.html |
Management Contact Person |
See contacts above |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Margaret Ekpo ‘International’ Airport is situated at Calabar however the nearest Airport served with International flights is Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Distance: 770 km. |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) a federal government agency responsible for governance and operation has granted management concessions for the terminals to the following operators:
- Addak (Shoreline) Logistics: http://www.shorelinelogistics.com/contact.html
- ECM Terminals: info@ecmterminals.com
- Intel Services: info@intelservices.com
They are responsible for all operations and management of the terminals including stevedoring services are the sole responsibility of the terminal operators. In addition to in-house stevedores, there are several third-party service providers registered with each terminal and the terminal operators nominate stevedoring companies to handle respective vessels.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Nigeria Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Port Performance
Channel draft is 7.5 m. There is now generally no waiting time before berthing with prior booking. Port is not congested, there are no bottlenecks.
Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
From April to September |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
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Other Comments |
Handling Figures for 2017 |
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Vessel Calls |
174 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
119,949 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017 |
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Bulk (MT) |
2,160,000 |
Break bulk (MT) |
unconfirmed |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
The rates of other terminal operators can be accessed through their information links below:
- Addak (Shoreline) Logistics: http://www.shorelinelogistics.com/contact.html
- Intel Services: info@intelservices.com
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
Conventional Berth Multi-purpose Container Berth |
2 |
450 |
6.4 meters |
Plans to extend length by 400m |
Silo Berth |
No |
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Berthing Tugs |
Yes |
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Water Barges |
No |
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General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
All |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
All |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
No RoRo |
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment managed by the private companies that operate the terminals under concession from the Nigerian Ports Authority.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
Dockside Crane |
No |
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Container Gantries |
No |
- |
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Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
50-120MT Sufficient for demand |
New |
Reachstacker |
Yes |
10 - 45MT Sufficient for demand |
New |
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
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Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
Yes |
1 |
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Transtainer |
Yes |
Sufficient for demand |
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Forklifts |
Yes |
3 - 40MT Sufficient for demand |
Functional |
20’ Semi-automatic Spreader |
Yes |
1 |
Functional |
49’ Semi-automatic Spreader |
Yes |
1 |
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Container Facilities
Dockside and new Terex Mobile cranes and forklifts
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
Container Facilities Available |
90,000m stacking area |
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Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
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Refrigerated Container Stations |
20+ |
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Other Capacity Details |
Sufficient capacity for current demand |
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Daily Take Off Capacity |
160 |
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Number of Reefer Stations |
20+ |
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Emergency Take-off Capacity |
18/ hour |
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Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
160 |
160 |
Customs Guidance
Customs offices are located within the port and available full time. Official office hours are between 0800 and 1700 hours every working day, they do not operate weekends or public holidays and may be more difficult to engage on Fridays.
For more information on customs in Nigeria, please see the following links:
1.3 Nigeria Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
There are multiple multipurpose terminals available they have all necessary facilities (handling equipment, space, storage etc) available.
Facilities handle containerized cargo, general cargo including oilfield (refined petroleum bitumen) and project cargo, agricultural produce, bagged cement and fish. There are no RoRo facilities available.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
There are grain bulk handling facilities available through Dangote who have milling and storage facilities in the port. They do not bag directly but transfer to their own storage.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
There is sufficient current warehouse space for food stores, bagged and general cargo however not all facilities are totally secure. This should be checked with clearing agents.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
Bagged Cargo |
multiple |
28,000+ |
Refrigerated Cargo |
Refrigerated containers |
Sufficient for current demand |
General Cargo |
As for bagged above |
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Stacking Area |
Open, secured. |
36,000m2 |
Stevedoring
Stevedoring services are the sole responsibility of the terminal operators. In addition to in-house stevedores, there are several third-party service providers registered with each terminal and the terminal operators nominate stevedoring companies to handle respective vessels. Stevedoring services are adequate and skilled.
Hinterland Information
Import shipments are moved out from the port by road. Goods or containers are loaded on respective trucks for delivery to destination. Truck ownership here is a combination of terminal and third-party vendors.
Port Security
All terminal facilities here currently operate on ISPS level 1. There is access control to prevent the entry of un-authorized personnel into the terminal area.
Security |
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional) |
Level 1 |
Police Boats |
No |
Fire Engines |
No |