General Description
Location: The Port of Ziguinchor is situated on the banks of the Casamance River in the south of Senegal.
General overview: The Port of Ziguinchor primarily serves passenger vessels and pleasure crafts. While it handles a limited amount of general cargo, its economic significance lies in its role as a cargo port, transport hub, and ferry terminal.
The main exports from Ziguinchor include groundnuts, fish, and groundnut oil.
The port supports industries such as peanut and aquatic product processing, with a rich presence of shrimp.
Additionally, the port exports products such as wood, honey, and Arabic gum.
Handling Equipment:
- Reach Stackers
Storage:
- Oil Tanks
- Open Yards
- Warehouses
- Transit Sheds
Traffic figures: The port handles approximately 50,000 tons of cargo annually.
Load line zone: Tropical