由 lltx1822 China-Africa Ocean Freight: Key Considerations and Risks
Africa-bound shipping requires route security planning. East African routes (Somalia) need armed escorts, while West African ports (Lagos) suffer 10-day average delays. Container tracking via Iridium satellite is essential for remote ports.
Nigerian SONCAP certification is mandatory for electronics. A Guangdong exporter lost $100,000 when uncertified TVs were seized. Kenyan goods need PHYTOSAN certificates for horticulture products.
Heat-resistant packaging is vital: use reflective coatings for cosmetics and desiccants for textiles. Lagos port’s 露天仓储 requires waterproof tarps.
Choose carriers with local depots (e.g., Maersk in Tema) for quick customs clearance. War Risk insurance is non-negotiable for Red Sea transits.