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Port of Matadi

CDMAT🇨🇩DR Congo

Port Location

About Port of Matadi

Matadi is the Democratic Republic of Congo's principal seaport, situated on the Congo River, 148 km from its mouth. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, and tankers, with facilities including various cranes and wharves. Pilotage and tugs are compulsory for vessels navigating its natural, small harbor.

Background
Matadi is the chief sea port of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the capital of the Kongo Central province, adjacent to the border with Angola. It had a population of 245,862 (2004). Matadi is situated on the left bank of the Congo River, 148 km (92 mi) from the mouth and 8 km (5.0 mi) below the last navigable point before the rapids that make the river impassable for a long stretch upriver.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
8.02m
Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
N
Terminals
2

History

Established
1879

Terminals (2)

MATADI GATEWAY TERMINAL (MGT)

MGT/ICTSI DR CONGO SA

Av/mienzi kiaku 2 cellule OEBK, Ville Haute, N1, Matadi, Congo-Kinshasa

www.mgt.cd →

PORT OF MATADI SCTP

PORT OF MATADI SCTP

Société Commerciale des Transports et des ports (SCTP), Boulevard du 30 Juin, Congo-Kinshasa

sctp-sa-rdc.online →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CDMAT
Country
🇨🇩DR Congo
Time Zone
UTC+1

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Africa
Latitude
-5.8200°
Longitude
13.4520°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46530 →
Wikidata
Q211073 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Matadi?+
The controlling depth at Matadi is 8.02 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Matadi on?+
The Port of Matadi is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in CD. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Matadi?+
You can track vessels near Matadi (CDMAT) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CDMAT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Matadi?+
The Port of Matadi operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Matadi?+
MATADI (UN/Locode: CDMAT), Congo (the Democratic Republic of the) - Congo (Kinshasa) is a seaport located at approximately -5.82000° N, 13.45200° E.
Where is the Port of Matadi located?+
Coordinates: -5.82000° N, 13.45200° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BOMA — UN/Locode: CDBOA — -5.85988° N, 13.05443° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Matadi?+
Harbor type/size: River Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 8.02 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Matadi?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Matadi?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Matadi?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Tanker and Unspecified.