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UNLOCODEAO LOB
CountryAngola
Water BodySouth Atlantic Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth18.3 m
Lat-12.3333
Lng13.5667
Classificationbulk_202606
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About This Seaport
Around 1.5 million tonnes of freight a year are projected to move through Lobito once the rebuilt corridor reaches full capacity. Sitting on Angola's Atlantic coast, this deep-water port has become the preferred export outlet for copper and cobalt mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia. A 1,300-kilometre railway links the quays to the Congolese border at Luau and continues to the Copperbelt around Kolwezi, cutting inland transit to roughly seven days. The terminal and rail concession is held by Lobito Atlantic Railway, a joint venture of Trafigura, Mota-Engil and Vecturis that has committed more than USD 555 million to upgrade track, rolling stock and handling capacity. Channel depths near 18 metres let large bulk and breakbulk vessels load mineral concentrates, while the corridor also carries sulphur, fertiliser, foodstuffs and industrial goods. For container traffic and general imports into Angola, Luanda and Namibe remain the established gateways. Forwarders moving mining or project cargo out of south-central Africa increasingly route it through Lobito rather than the longer eastern corridors to Dar es Salaam. Customs and concession arrangements fall under the 30-year LAR agreement, so shippers should confirm current terminal procedures before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Lobito?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Lobito is AO LOB. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Lobito located?▼
The port of Lobito is located in Angola (South Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Lobito?▼
Lobito is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Lobito?▼
The channel depth of Lobito is 18.3 meters.
Location & Weather
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-12.33333, 13.56667
Channel depth: 18.3 m
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