MSC Highlights Long-Term Commitment to Africa’s Growth at Africa CEO Forum 2026
- Jun 22
- 2 min read
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s economic development and trade growth during the Africa CEO Forum 2026, one of the continent’s leading business and investment events held in Kigali, Rwanda. The forum brought together business leaders, policymakers, investors, and industry stakeholders to discuss Africa’s evolving role in the global economy and the future of trade, infrastructure, and industrial development.
Representing MSC at the event, Nicolas Sartini, Senior Vice President of Business Development, participated in a panel focused on the reconfiguration of global trade flows and the opportunities emerging for African economies amid shifting supply chains and industrial expansion. Discussions highlighted the importance of collaboration between governments, investors, and logistics providers in building more resilient and competitive trade ecosystems across the continent.
During the forum, MSC emphasized its long-term investment strategy in Africa, highlighting ongoing commitments to port infrastructure, logistics networks, and industrial development initiatives. The company noted that its role extends beyond maritime transportation, positioning itself as a facilitator of trade and economic growth by supporting customers and partners throughout the entire supply chain.
MSC has been active in Africa for more than five decades and today operates across more than 45 countries on the continent, connecting African markets with global trade routes while supporting regional commerce. Through investments in ports, inland logistics solutions, warehousing, and transportation infrastructure, the company aims to strengthen supply chain efficiency and improve market access for African businesses.
Industry leaders at the forum also discussed how geopolitical shifts, supply chain diversification, and manufacturing relocation trends are creating new opportunities for Africa to expand its industrial base and develop stronger regional value chains. MSC believes that continued investment in logistics infrastructure and trade facilitation will play a crucial role in unlocking the continent’s long-term economic potential.
As global supply chains continue to evolve, MSC’s participation at the Africa CEO Forum reflects the company’s broader vision of supporting sustainable growth, improving connectivity, and helping position Africa as an increasingly important player in international trade and logistics.
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