The National Port Authority (NPA) has berthed the largest container vessel in Liberia’s history brought in the country by CMA CGN Springs.
Monrovia, Liberia-The CMA CGM Springs, measuring about 238.7 meters and carrying approximately 43,000 metric tons of cargo and 3,000 containers, was discharged in two days at nearly 60 moves per hour under the oversight of NPA Managing Director Sekou A. M. Dukuly. The vessel’s quick turnaround time was the fastest for a ship of its size at the port, indicating improved efficiency and pilot capacity.
Speaking to reporters during a tour of the ship, NPA Managing Director Sekou A. M. Dukuly informed journalists that the ship was berthed at the port by a Liberian marine pilot emphasizing the dedication and capacity of NPA staff.
Hon. Dukuly said from 2024, container trade has risen from 24% to over 40%, in early 2026 reflecting broader economic growth of 5% to 6%.
The NPA Managing Director stressed that the progress of the port so far is due to the strategic reposition of the sector and the national economy. He said upcoming plans at the Freeport of Monrovia include dredging to restore its 15-meter designed depth, which is currently reduced to about 11 meters due to sand buildup.
Meanwhile, Hon. Dukuly has stressed the need to increase exports of rubber, agriculture, and timber to balance the country’s trade, and emphasized continued investment in staff capacity building initiatives.
Hon. Dukuly was accompanied on the tour by French Ambassador to Liberia Her Excellency Madame Isabelle LE GUELLEC, The Minister of Transport Hon. Sirleaf Ralph Tyler, teams from APM Terminals Liberia and CMA CGN Springs.
