Advisories

Zanzibar import cargo via Mombasa - Delays

05 March 2019
Kenya Tanzania Africa

We would like to inform you that due to port constraints & vessel space limitation in Zanzibar, the imports via Mombasa are delayed by 30 days or more for all Container lines calling.

Vessels across all carriers are experiencing the extended waiting time to berth to discharge/load cargo in Zanzibar.

We are working closely with port authorities and we are doing our best to minimize the negative impact to you. We appreciate your understanding and we shall keep you informed.

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