MSC Group has signed a 45-year concession agreement with Nigerdock to develop a state-of-the-art container terminal within Snake Island Port in Lagos, Nigeria. This project is a key component of the Group’s broader investment in the country’s infrastructure and logistics sector, which totals over USD 1 billion. To facilitate the development, MSC has also finalized an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract with ITB Nigeria Ltd. and DEME Group.
The new terminal is designed to enhance regional shipping efficiency with a 910-meter quay equipped for both Ship-to-Shore and Mobile Harbor Cranes, serving deep-sea vessels and barges. Initial dredging will reach a depth of -16.5 meters, matching the existing navigation channel, with a scalable design allowing for future deepening to -18 meters. The facility will also feature a 30-hectare yard utilizing hybrid rubber-tyred gantry cranes to support sustainable operations.
This expansion aims to elevate Snake Island Port into a major global shipping hub while generating local employment and boosting economic resilience. By increasing cargo handling capacity and reducing reliance on neighboring ports, the terminal reflects MSC’s long-term commitment to the African market. The project aligns with Nigeria’s growing role as a pivotal logistics center in the West African region.