MSC Dorine V berthed at Onne Multipurpose Terminal in River State.

Efforts by the management of the Nigerian Ports Authority NPA, led by the Managing Director, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho to revamp the country’s seaport infrastructure is beginning to yield results, as the Onne Multipurpose Terminal records another milestone with the maiden call of MSC Dorine V, the first direct vessel from China/Far East via MSC Iroko Service.

This Liberian-flagged ship carrying 5,089 TEUs, with Length Overall LOA, of 294m berthed on 9th November 2025, marking a major boost for Nigeria’s eastern maritime corridor and direct trade routes.

Managing Director of Onne Multipurpose Terminal OMT Nicolo Scannavini said the “Game-changing direct calls slash transit delays, cut freight costs, ensure predictable arrivals. The benefits are faster supply chains, lower charges, no transshipment hassles, thereby unlocking jobs, growth & non-oil trade for South-South/East regions.”

This is coming on heels of the resolve of the Abubakar Dantsoho-led Management of the NPA to avail enablers in the form of infrastructure and equipment geared towards solidifying the Onne Port hub status.

Operated by ICTSI, OMT excels in gearless mega-vessels, modern cranes, expanded yards and technical upgrades. It eases Lagos congestion, accelerates cargo flow and draws global carriers to Nigeria’s strategic eastern gateway.