Lekki Port boosts access to global markets with MSC’s Weekly Feeder Service

Nigeria’s leading port operator, Lekki Port, promoters of Lekki Deep Seaport has boosted the port’s access to the global market with the arrival of Mediterranean Shipping Company’s (MSC) new weekly feeder service on Monday.

Officials of the company said the significant development marks the commencement of a strategic shipping connection linking Lekki Port with Lomé, Togo, that further expands access to global markets for Nigerian importers and exporters.

Under the arrangement, import cargo from MSC’s worldwide network will be transshipped through Lomé before being distributed to key locations in Apapa Port, Tin Can Port and Lekki Port.

The deal will also ensure export cargo originating from Lekki Port will be conveyed to Lomé, where it will connect to MSC’s mainline services serving Europe, Asia, the Mediterranean, North America and South America.

Speaking on the development, Managing Director, Lekki Port, Wang Qiang, emphasized the growing confidence of leading global shipping lines to collaborate with Lekki Port because of its world-class infrastructure and operational efficiency.

He said “The commencement of MSC’s weekly feeder service is another important milestone in our journey to establish Lekki Port as the leading transshipment and gateway port in West Africa.

“This service provides our customers with faster, more efficient and reliable access to MSC’s extensive global shipping network through Lomé, creating new opportunities for Nigerian businesses to expand their reach into international markets while enhancing the competitiveness of the country’s import and export trade” Qiang said.

According to him, the new MSC feeder service reinforces Lekki Port’s strategic role within the regional maritime ecosystem and underscores its commitment to providing world-class port services that support regional integration, trade facilitation and sustainable economic development.

As cargo volumes continue to grow, the port remains focused on expanding its service offerings and strengthening partnerships that create greater value for customers across Nigeria and beyond.