The Minister of Transport of Angola, Ricardo Viegas D´Abreu, presented at a business meeting in Madrid the strategic opportunities offered by Lobito CorridorThis transnational project, which will connect the Angolan port with the República Democrática del Congo y ZambiaIt seeks to transform regional logistics by drastically reducing transport times for goods and minerals.
A transformative logistics hub in Sub-Saharan Africa
The project Lobito Corridor It is positioned as a priority infrastructure for the Unión Europea through the initiative global gatewayAs he explained Ricardo Viegas D´AbreuThe first phase of the railway will allow the export time for mining products to drop from a range of 30-45 days to just 3-4 days, optimizing the exit to the Atlantic Ocean.
In addition to the current connection, the minister announced that a new one will be opened next May. international tender for a new rail connection. This call for proposals represents a "unique opportunity" for Spanish engineering, construction, and transport companies to contribute their technical expertise to a market seeking to eventually connect the Ocean ’s relationship with the Indian through Tanzania.
| Key Indicator | Project Details / Data |
|---|---|
| Countries involved | Angola, RD Congo, Zambia |
| Reduction of times | From 30-45 days to 3-4 days |
| Next milestone | Tender for new rail connection (May) |
| Funding framework | global gateway / Investment Hub |
Institutional support and legal certainty for investment
The Secretary of State for Commerce, Amparo López SenovillaHe emphasized that the trade relationship between the two countries is an essential pillar of growth. López Senovilla He highlighted that Spain has financial instruments to support companies in this economic diversification of Angola"Spain reaffirms its commitment to support Angola "in its major development initiatives," he stated.
For his part, the director of the Representation of the Comisión Europea en España, Daniel Calleja, he described Angola as a key partner en Áfricahighlighting that the corridor is not just a railway line, but an engine of sustainable development for local communities and global trade.
- Diversification: The corridor boosts sectors beyond mining, fostering the regional productive fabric.
- Sustainability: Using rail reduces the carbon footprint compared to traditional road transport.
- Regional Integration: It facilitates access to international markets for landlocked countries.
Commitment of the Spanish business sector
So much José Luis Bonet, President of the Cámara de Españaas the Marta Blanco, CEOE, agreed on the great interest which this logistics hub awakens. Public-private collaboration is emerging as the fundamental tool for companies like ALG, KALEIDO y QUANTUMParticipants in the meeting find synergies in the Angolan market.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Lobito Corridor
What is the Lobito Corridor and which countries does it connect?
It is a transnational logistics hub that connects the port of Lobito en Angola with the mining areas of República Democrática del Congo y Zambia through an extensive railway network.
What is the main operational advantage for foreign trade?
The radical reduction in freight transport times, from one or one and a half months to an average of three to four days, optimizing the entire supply chain towards Atlántico.
Are there any upcoming tenders for Spanish companies?
Yes, the government of Angola has announced a new railway tender for May, open to international proposals for infrastructure and logistics management.
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