On 26 June 2026, Congo Terminal completed the driving of the steel piles that form the foundation of the future East Quay. A total of 558 piles were installed, using a quantity of steel equivalent to three times the weight of the Eiffel Tower.
These piles form the foundation of the quay, an essential element of a port as it enables ships to dock and be loaded and unloaded safely. By ensuring the stability of the new port platform in the face of mechanical and environmental stresses, the piles guarantee the reliability and durability of port operations. They measure between 20 and 35 metres in length and 1.50 to 1.80 metres in diameter. Carried out with meticulous precision, this stage determines the strength of the structure for decades to come.
The completion of the pile driving marks a significant milestone in the construction schedule for the East Quay. It confirms the momentum generated by Congo Terminal with a view to delivering, in the first half of 2027, a port infrastructure that lives up to the ambitions of the Congo and the sub-region.
About AGL Congo
Congo Terminal, a subsidiary of AGL (Africa Global Logistics), is the exclusive operator for handling container ships and Ro-Ro vessels calling at the Port of Pointe-Noire.
The company operates under a public-private partnership that enables it to meet the requirements of its shipping line, importer, and exporter clients. Through extensive investment, Congo Terminal helps boost purchasing power and actively contributes to the fight against the high cost of living. Holding ISO 9001:2015, ISPS (security), Pedestrian-Free Yard (HSE), and Green Terminal certifications, the company utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and technology, including the Navis 4 operating system. Congo Terminal surpassed the milestone of 1,200,000 TEUs handled annually in 2025 and employs nearly 900 Congolese staff members.
The company carries out social initiatives supporting youth, environmental protection, and education.