OHL Shipping Limited | Maritime

OHL Shipping Limited

OHL Shipping Limited is a wholly owned operating subsidiary of GLWD Investment Company Limited, established to lead the Phase 2 development and management of the OHL Gulf of Guinea Maritime Project.

OHL Shipping Limited will operate as the exclusive maritime transport company under the MDG Project Nigeria. The company will provide port-to-port services for the transportation of containerised and bulk cargo imported by and produced by MDG Project Nigeria anchor projects.

OHL Shipping Limited is committed to establishing Nigeria as a leader in the maritime logistics sector, driving operational excellence and trade expansion while supporting the country's growing demand for reliable and efficient shipping solutions.

Key Facts

810,000 TEU + tons

Projected Cargo Throughput

160,000 TEU containerised + 650,000 tons bulk cargo per annum

7 vessels

Phase 1 Fleet

5 container vessels at 2,500 TEU each + 2 bulk carriers at 30,000 DWT each

4 routes

Principal Global Trading Routes

from West Africa

Container Liner Operations

OHL Shipping Limited will operate a modern fleet of five 2,500 TEU container ships, providing comprehensive port-to-port services for the transportation of containerised cargo imported by and produced by MDG Project Nigeria anchor projects.

Operations Summary

160k TEU

Annual Throughput

5 Vessels

Fleet Size

2,500 TEU each

4 Routes

Principal Global Routes

100k TEU

Dominant Leg Volume

Major Services Offered

Port-to-Port Services

Regular scheduled container liner services on global trade routes

Integrated Logistics

Partnership with OHL Logistics Limited for supply chain services

Container Management

Modern fleet of 18,750 TEU container capacity (20ft and 40ft units)

Real-Time Tracking

Advanced IT systems for shipment visibility and customer service

Fleet Composition & Vessel Specifications

MV OHL Nigel Uno

2,500 TEU / 30,000 DWT

MV OHL Hoagie Gilligan

2,500 TEU / 30,000 DWT

MV OHL Kuki Sanban

2,500 TEU / 30,000 DWT

MV OHL Wally Beetles

2,500 TEU / 30,000 DWT

MV OHL Abby Lincoln

2,500 TEU / 30,000 DWT

Global Trade Connectivity — Container Liner Routes

OHL Shipping Limited's container liner operations are strategically designed around 4 principal trading routes from West Africa, ensuring robust global connectivity for the MDG Project ecosystem.

West Africa – East Asia & Australia (WAEAA)

50% market share. Highest-volume corridor and strategic focus for operations.

West Africa – North, Central, South America (WANCSA)

20% market share. Facilitating vital trade links across the Atlantic.

West Africa – Northern Europe, Mediterranean (WAEM)

20% market share. Connecting to key European and Mediterranean markets.

West Africa – Southern Africa, East Africa, Persian Gulf (WASEAPG)

10% market share. Extending reach across the African continent and into the Middle East.

The dominant leg (exports) accounts for a substantial volume of 100,000 TEU. Strategic focus is placed on the WAEAA route due to its status as the highest-volume corridor.

Bulk Carrier Operations

OHL Shipping Limited will operate a modern fleet of two 30,000 DWT Handysize bulk carriers, providing comprehensive port-to-port services for the transportation of bulk cargo imported by and produced by MDG Project Nigeria anchor projects.

Operations Summary

650k Tons

Annual Throughput

2 Vessels

Fleet Size

30,000 DWT each

4 Routes

Principal Global Routes

100% Utilisation

Guaranteed Demand

Fleet Composition & Vessel Specifications

MV OHL Cree Lincoln

30,000 DWT Capacity

MV OHL Rachel McKenzie

30,000 DWT Capacity

All vessels carry the Nigerian flag and feature advanced fuel efficiency technology.

Global Trade Connectivity — Bulk Carrier Routes

West Africa – East Asia & Australia (WAEAA)

50% market share

West Africa – North, Central, South America (WANCSA)

20% market share

West Africa – Northern Europe, Mediterranean (WAEM)

20% market share

West Africa – Southern Africa, East Africa, Persian Gulf (WASEAPG)

10% market share

Parent Project

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