Port of Pointe Noire

The Port of Pointe Noire (UN/LOCODE: CGPNR), situated in the Kouilou region of the Republic of the Congo near the mouth of the Congo River, stands as the country’s largest and most dynamic maritime gateway. Anchored at coordinates -4.7691623 Latitude, 11.866362 Longitude, this deep-water port operates within the Africa/Brazzaville timezone and serves as a critical hub for regional and international trade. Renowned for its strategic infrastructure, Pointe Noire facilitates the export of Congo’s primary commodities, including oil, timber, and mineral resources, while supporting robust container handling and logistics operations. Its significance extends to fostering economic connectivity across Central Africa, linking the landlocked interior to global shipping networks and reinforcing its role as a linchpin in the continent’s hydrocarbon and resource sectors.