📋 Tender Overview
Financed by European Union
Stage Ongoing
Sector 25010 Business support services and institutions
Start date 1 January 2025
End date 1 January 2029
Budget 14 018 692.00 €
Code TZA23004
Short name PORTZA
Project description
The PORTZA project is a flagship initiative under the European Union’s Global Gateway Strategy, designed to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Tanzania by enhancing trade and transport efficiency in key economic sectors. Given that over 80% of Africa’s trade is conducted via sea routes, PORTZA focuses on strengthening strategic transport corridors, facilitating trade efficiency, and boosting economic growth in both Africa and Europe.
By addressing both physical and non-physical barriers to trade, the project aims to improve transport systems, reduce trade costs, and promote sustainable mobility, ensuring a more competitive and interconnected regional economy.
General Objective
Enhance the operational capacity and efficiency of the Dar es Salaam Port, making it a more competitive and effective hub for international trade.
Key Project Pillars
Port Performance - Improving efficiency and logistics at the Dar es Salaam Port to support seamless trade flows.
Trade Facilitation- Streamlining customs, clearance processes, and regulatory frameworks to reduce trade costs.
Green Mobility- Supporting the transition to low-carbon transport systems for a sustainable and eco-friendly future.
Through its integrated and forward-looking approach, PORTZA will strengthen Tanzania’s role as a key trade gateway, ensuring that transport and logistics infrastructure meets modern commerce and global sustainability standards.
