MSC Keeps Africa’s Cocoa Moving

23/09/2026

West Africa is home to some of the world's largest cocoa-producing countries, supplying chocolate manufacturers and consumer markets across Europe, East Asia and North America. MSC connects these key cocoa exporters across Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria and beyond with specialised logistics solutions designed for the cocoa trade, that keep this vital supply chain moving.

MSC’s maritime and inland solutions offer a range of options for loading locations and final destinations, providing flexibility throughout the cocoa supply chain.

Seamless logistics from plantation to global markets

MSC offers logistics solutions tailored to the specific requirements of cocoa exporters, combining local expertise with its global shipping network. Our cocoa logistics capabilities include:

Dedicated teams with local knowledge and cocoa expertise
Tailored logistics solutions based on customer requirements
Regular trade services with reliable transit times
24/7 container availability
Strategic terminals in essential locations :
- San Pedro (TSP – Terminal San Pedro), Côte d'Ivoire
- Lomé (Lomé Container Terminal), Togo
Key value-added value solutions such as intermodal transport, thermal liners or digital business solutions such as eBLs.

These solutions provide exporters with flexible options to move cocoa from origin to destination, supported by MSC’s global shipping and inland network.

Supporting cocoa exports across West Africa

To provide logistics solutions adapted to each shipment, MSC’s local teams work closely with cocoa exporters to understand their requirements. From producing regions to key export gateways, MSC combines local cocoa expertise with its global network to connect West African origins with international markets.

To discover all our cocoa transport solutions, get in touch with our cocoa experts today, or visit our dedicated page msc.com/cocoa.