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Matola Cargo Terminal 

MCT


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Matola Cargo Terminal, SARL (MCT): Mozambique's Strategic Logistics Hub

Matola Cargo Terminal, SARL (MCT) is a prominent logistics and cargo-handling company in Mozambique, strategically located in Matola, near the Port of Maputo. Since its founding in 1996, MCT has grown into a critical player in the region's supply chain, providing comprehensive services that support both national and regional trade.

Overview and Strategic Importance

MCT's strategic location along the EN2 motorway allows it to serve as a back-of-port facility feeding directly into the Port of Maputo. Its operations enhance Mozambique's role as a trading hub for neighboring countries, providing efficient cargo handling and value-added logistics services.

The company is distinct from other Matola port facilities, such as the Matola Coal Terminal (TCM) or Matola Bulk Terminals, focusing on specialized cargo, warehousing, and industrial services.

Ownership and Corporate Structure

  • Founded: 1996 (some sources suggest 1986, possibly due to registration adjustments or rebranding)

  • Headquarters: Maputo-Matola, EN2 Road, Km 5.5, Matola, Mozambique

  • Contact: +258 84 389 9696 | info@mct.co.mz

  • Legal Status: Private company, focusing on long-term commercial relationships with major clients

  • Parent Company: Originally under the South African Capespan Group; later part of The Logistics Group (TLG), acquired by AIIM, a subsidiary of the Old Mutual Investment Group

Core Services

MCT offers a diverse range of logistics solutions:

  1. Warehousing and Storage

    • Flexible storage options for ambient, refrigerated, and dry cargo

    • Facilities designed for over 3,000 pallets

    • Support for perishable goods like citrus and other fruits

  2. Heavy Machinery Services

    • Exclusive representative of Toyota Material Handling in Mozambique

    • Sales, rental, and after-sales service for forklifts and industrial machinery

  3. Minerals Handling

    • Operates dry bulk terminals for mineral cargo at Maputo Port

    • Expert handling and storage solutions for mineral exporters

  4. Generator Services

    • Supplies, installs, rents, and maintains generators ranging from 6 kVA to 3,500 kVA

  5. Specialized Cargo Support

    • Handles abnormal project cargo and emergency shipments, including FMCG for importers and retail chains

Clients and Market Presence

MCT serves a range of blue-chip companies across multiple sectors, maintaining long-term commercial relationships exceeding 15 years. Key clients include:

  • CDM

  • Heineken

  • Coca-Cola

  • Parmalat

  • MLT

  • Vivo Energy

  • Cicoti

  • Airliquide

  • Sumol Compal

  • Chemonics (CMAM)

This strong client portfolio highlights MCT's reliability, operational excellence, and market trust.

Workforce and Experience

  • Employees: 335 (2025 estimate)

  • Experience: Over 80 years of collective experience among staff, ensuring professional handling and operational efficiency

Infrastructure and Capacity

  • Main Facility: 15-hectare site in Matola

  • Warehouses: Ambient and cold storage facilities, modernized for both dry and perishable cargo

  • Material Handling Equipment: Includes forklifts, cranes, and heavy machinery for industrial operations

  • Generator Fleet: Supports industrial and domestic power needs across client sites

Financial and Operational Metrics

  • Estimated Revenue: $10.6 million annually (Datanyze, 2025)

  • Warehouse Expansion: Plans to add more storage capacity to meet growing import and retail demand

  • Cargo Handling Initiatives: Supports FMCG, citrus exports, and specialized project cargo

Recent Developments

  • Infrastructure Upgrades: Since 2017, under Managing Director Sean Gent, MCT has modernized its warehouse complex to accommodate refrigerated and dry cargo

  • Regional Trade Contribution: Facilitates critical exports, including emergency wheat shipments from South Africa

  • Strategic Role: Continues to act as a key logistics hub feeding into Maputo Port, enhancing Mozambique's supply chain capabilities

Economic and Regional Impact

  • Client Relationships: Long-term partnerships with multinational corporations underscore MCT's reliability

  • Trade Support: Strengthens Mozambique's logistics infrastructure, boosting regional trade competitiveness

  • Employment and Skills: Provides skilled employment in logistics, warehousing, and industrial operations

MTC - Key Facts & Figures
MTC - Key Facts & Figures