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A new initiative launched in Walvis Bay on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, aims to address the persistent problem of truck congestion in the harbour town, creating a safer, more efficient and respectful environment for long-haul drivers and logistics operators.
The Walvis Bay Truck Park and Staging Area introduces a modern ticketing and scheduling system designed to regulate truck access to the port and key logistics terminals. The facility provides secure parking, rest areas and essential services for drivers, helping to restore order on public roads and reduce pressure on local infrastructure.
Currently, an estimated 600 trucks pass through Walvis Bay each day, placing immense strain on roads and creating significant traffic and safety concerns. Many trucks are forced to park along residential streets while awaiting clearance to enter the port, a situation that NamPort’s Cliff Shikwambi has described as an “eyesore” and a challenge to the town’s infrastructure management.
Speaking at the launch event, Dries Oberholzer, the initiator of the Walvis Bay Truck Park and Staging Area, emphasised the importance of building a logistics ecosystem that balances economic growth with operational efficiency and driver welfare.
“A busy port is something to celebrate, but it must operate efficiently and sustainably,” Oberholzer said. “This initiative transforms a current challenge into an opportunity by improving turnaround times, enhancing safety and creating a structured logistics hub that benefits the entire region.”
He noted that the expansion of trade corridors linked to Walvis Bay over the past five years has resulted in a surge in international freight movement, reinforcing the need for coordinated logistics planning and infrastructure development.
Recent congestion around the port and surrounding industrial zones has raised further safety concerns, particularly where unregulated truck parking restricts emergency access. The new ticketing system aims to bring order by scheduling truck entry into the harbour and logistics terminals, improving traffic flow and reducing waiting times.
Located at Farm 38 next to the Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba Freeway, the facility is strategically positioned to serve as the first point of entry for heavy vehicles arriving at the port. It can accommodate more than 150 trucks at a time and offers drivers rest areas, ablution facilities, a cafeteria and a convenience store, turning waiting time into safe and productive downtime.
NamPort CEO Andrew Kanime welcomed the initiative, describing it as a vital complement to NamPort’s ongoing infrastructure upgrades.
“The influx of trucks has resulted in inefficient traffic flow and strained relations between port operations and the town’s leadership,” Kanime said. “This facility will help streamline truck movements, restore order and ensure that both the town and the port benefit from sustainable freight operations.”
He added that truck staging facilities are essential to maintaining Walvis Bay’s position as a preferred logistics gateway for Southern Africa.
Erongo Regional Governor Hon. Natalia Gôagoses and Walvis Bay Mayor Trevino Forbes both expressed strong support for the project, highlighting its potential to create jobs, improve cross-border trade efficiency and protect municipal infrastructure.
“This development goes beyond infrastructure. It represents an investment in the resilience and sustainability of Walvis Bay as a key regional logistics hub,” Forbes said.
The launch event, attended by stakeholders from NamPort, Walvis Bay Oil Majors, Corridor Groups, municipal departments and traffic authorities, marked a decisive step toward smarter and safer port logistics management for Walvis Bay and the broader region.
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November 19, 2025
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