Port of Pemba

Pemba port, identified by UN/LOCODE MZPOL, serves as Mozambique’s maritime gateway in Cabo Delgado province, operating within the Africa/Maputo timezone at coordinates 12.9732° S, 40.5178° E. Situated on the western shore of Pemba Bay, the facility handles bulk cargo, containerized goods, and energy‑sector shipments, supporting regional trade links to the Indian Ocean corridor. Its berths, cargo‑handling equipment, and integrated customs infrastructure enable efficient vessel turnaround and logistics connectivity for extractive industries, fisheries, and humanitarian aid. Investments aim to expand capacity, enhance security protocols, and promote sustainable port development, positioning Pemba as a critical hub for Mozambique’s economic growth and regional maritime resilience.