As of 2026, the Fernão Dias project is the cornerstone of the nation's logistics future. Designed to handle larger container vessels that cannot enter the shallow Ana Chaves port, it is attracting 3PL investment in heavy-lift equipment and large-scale bonded yards.

Samoa’s position makes it a "safe harbor" for West African offshore projects. 3PLs provide "Husbandry" (crew changes, visas, medical support) and specialized procurement, acting as a land-base for vessels that rarely dock in mainland African ports due to congestion or security concerns.

Yes. To support the high-quality organic cocoa and coffee export industries, 3PLs have invested in HACCP-compliant temperature-controlled storage and reefer container management, ensuring the "island-to-consumer" integrity of São Tomé’s premium agricultural products.

The expansion of the São Tomé International Airport (TMS) has increased air-cargo capacity. 3PLs now offer integrated "Sea-to-Air" services, allowing time-sensitive luxury goods for the eco-tourism sector to be cleared and delivered within hours of arrival.