Kinshasa, February 3rd, 2026 (CPA) – The establishment of a win-win strategic partnership based on a shared vision of development and performance has been the focus of discussions on Tuesday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, between the Congolese Shipping Lines (LMC) and a maritime subsidiary of the DP Group, according to a document from this public company consulted on Tuesday by CPA. ‘During this visit, in-depth discussions have been held with UNIFEED, a maritime subsidiary of the DP World group, a leading global player in the port, maritime and logistics sectors. The discussions focused on the establishment of a win-win strategic partnerships were based on a shared vision of development and performance,’ has said Lambert Mende, Chairman of the Board of Directors, quoted by the source. As part of the effective re-launching of its maritime activities, Congolese Shipping Lines (LMC) is actively pursuing its repositioning strategy, with the ambition of regaining a central role in regional and international maritime transport.
Considered to be one of the world’s largest port and logistics hubs, the Port of Jebel Ali is an international benchmark for innovation, performance and maritime connectivity. It was in this context that the Chairman of the Board of Directors, accompanied by the Acting Managing Director, Gisele Mbwansiem, has paid a working visit to the Port of Jebel Ali in Dubai. According to the Chairman of the Board of Directors, this strategic mission is part of a proactive approach aimed at revitalising the national fleet, modernising operational tools and identifying structural partnerships capable of providing long-term support for the revival of the activities of the maritime giant, LMC.
The main areas of focus for this has proposed partnership include: the acquisition and/or chartering of modern vessels adapted to the needs of the Congolese market; the transfer of expertise and know-how in fleet management and maritime operations; and the strengthening of the technical and operational capacities of Congolese Shipping Lines. In addition, the two parties examined the terms and conditions for launching new international shipping lines, particularly between the Democratic Republic of Congo, the port of Jebel Ali (Dubai) and China, with the aim of strengthening trade with the world’s major economic centres.
These new connections aim to facilitate import and export operations; reduce logistics costs for national economic operators; and improve the regularity, reliability and competitiveness of the Congolese flag on international shipping routes. This initiative marks a decisive step in the process of modernising and reviving Congolese Shipping Lines. It illustrates the LMC management’s strong commitment to forging solid partnerships with leading international players in order to promote national economic development, logistical sovereignty and the sustainable integration of the Democratic Republic of Congo into global logistics chains. ACP/