In a promising turn of events, there are compelling signs that the TotalEnergies Mozambique LNG project is poised to regain momentum early next year. This development is significant for the project and holds positive implications for the Mozambican freight sector.Andreas Kusza, senior manager at Manica Freight Services (MFS), said the company was prepared to swiftly re-engage its operations in the Afungi and Palma regions. This comes after all contracts were put on hold following a force majeuredeclaration issued in 2021.Kusza's statement signals a renewed commitment from MFS and other stakeholders to harness the project's revival as an opportunity to recommence operations and fulfil previously halted contractual obligations. This not only reinstates economic activity in the region but also contributes to the resurgence of the Mozambican freight sector.Speaking to Freight News, Kusza said ever since the Coral South f loating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) project had begun operations, MFS had been effectively providing 24/7 marine services, along with freight forwarding and customs clearance operations from its base in Pemba."In addition to our keen interest in oil and gas developments, MFS is actively engaged in various projects aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and electricity generation and distribution,” he said. “Despite the congestion at the Komatipoort border crossing, we have successfully expanded our commodity business out of Maputo by securing significant new cross-border ventures.“Moreover, our air cargo activities to and from Mozambique have seen robust g row t h."One pivotal development that has transformed the logistics landscape is the construction of a new road linking Zimbabwe and Beira.– Justin Jahme“
