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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJuly 8, 2026
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KPA unveils Sh1.4b port upgrade with helicopter, smart traffic system
Kenya Ports Authority has acquired a helicopter to transport marine pilots between the Port of Mombasa and the Port of Lamu, significantly reducing travel time and improving pilotage services...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has unveiled a Sh1.4 billion port upgrade project aimed at enhancing efficiency and services at the Port of Mombasa and the newly established Port of Lamu.
- A key component is the acquisition of a helicopter to transport marine pilots, drastically cutting transit times between the two ports.
- The upgrade also includes the implementation of a smart traffic system to streamline operations.
- This initiative is poised to significantly improve pilotage services, particularly at the Port of Lamu, one of East and Central Africa's newest commercial hubs.
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