The Cameroonian government has started discussions with Terminal Investment Limited (TIL), a Swiss group specializing in the development and operation of container terminals, to examine the possibilities of developing the deep water port of Limbé, in the South-West region. The project, which is estimated to cost over CFAF 400 billion, is being relaunched by the authorities.
Cameroonian Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute received on 15 July 2026 a TIL delegation led by David El-Bez, East Atlantic Director and Africa of the group, in the presence of the Swiss Ambassador to Cameroon.
At the end of the meeting, the company representatives confirmed the opening of discussions with the Cameroonian authorities in order to identify the activities that TIL could propose for the development of the future port. At this stage, no investment agreements or concession allocations were announced.
TIL indicated that it would like to make available its experience in the development and operation of container terminals, as well as its expertise and international maritime network.
The group is linked to the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) and is already present in the Cameroonian logistics ecosystem. Its activities in the country include operations in the ports of Douala and Kribi, as well as a presence in the rail sector through Camrail.
The discussions took place a few weeks after a meeting devoted to the project, at which the Prime Minister had asked to speed up preparations for its relaunch.
The government still needs to define the modalities for financing and operating the infrastructure, as well as the investments needed to ensure its connection to the road and rail networks. The project will also require logistical and energy equipment adapted to its operation.
The deep water port of Limbé is reportedly located in southwestern Cameroon, near Nigeria. It could complement the port infrastructure of Douala and Kribi and serve flows to Cameroonian and regional markets.
The cost of the project is estimated to be over CFAF 400 billion, or approximately $650 million, according to estimates. At this stage, the Cameroonian authorities and TIL are continuing their technical consultations on infrastructure development.
Author: La Rédaction
