Port of Ngqura

Port of Ngqura is a modern deep-water facility in Nelson Mandela Bay featuring multiple berths designed for container vessels and bulk cargo operations. The facility spans a substantial coastal area with advanced equipment for handling and processing international shipments.

Construction of the port began in the early 2000s as a strategic investment in South Africa's economic growth and was officially opened in 2009. This development significantly expanded regional cargo handling capacity.

The port's name comes from the Xhosa language and reflects local heritage. It serves as a key connection point between South African businesses and international trade partners.

The port operates 24 hours daily with direct road and rail connections to major industrial centers throughout the region. Access to the facility requires advance arrangement due to active operations and security protocols in place.

Environmental monitoring stations throughout the facility track marine movements and water quality to protect the surrounding ecosystem. This ongoing surveillance helps balance port operations with conservation of the local marine environment.

Location: Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality

Official opening: 2009

Website: http://transnetnationalportsauthority.net/OurPorts/RichardsBay/Pages/Overview.aspx

GPS coordinates: -33.80073,25.68377

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:01