Namibe: The province of Namibe port authority presented, on Tuesday (23) in Moç Smedes, an integrated maritime infrastructure project to support tourism and port activities in the province. Speaking at the event, the Director General of Logística Group, Carlos Araújo, stated that environmental and economic impact studies, as well as architectural and engineering assessments, are currently underway. According to Angola Press News Agency, Carlos Araújo noted that this phase would be followed by agreements with the institutions that will carry out the project. He explained that the project stems from the conviction that the sea represents one of the province of Namibe's key strategic assets and that developing the Moç Smedes waterfront could play a pivotal role in the province's economic and social development. "More than just a set of infrastructure facilities, this initiative represents an integrated vision which seeks to create synergies between the Port of Namibe, the blue economy, tourism, and maritime ac tivities, as well as cruise ship reception, support services, and private investment," he highlighted. For the Director General, the primary goal is to contribute to job creation, economic diversification, and the strengthening of Moç Smedes' position as a unique national benchmark for maritime and tourism activities. He added that the project acts as a catalyst for transformation, designed to create a destination that generates jobs, attracts investment, and improves citizens' quality of life. Meanwhile, Nazareth Neto, Chairman of the Board of the Port of Namibe, clarified that the project comprises two components: tourism and commercial. "This is a dream project for the Port of Namibe; it takes our company out of its comfort zone, specifically the business of loading and unloading cargo, and moves it into a new type of activity," he added. It was further noted that the project entails a cruise terminal and a coastal shipping terminal, handling both passengers and cargo via small vessels similar to the fa cilities found in the provinces of Zaire and Cabinda. The project includes a cruise terminal capable of accommodating over two thousand passengers per ship, a passenger terminal and administrative building, vehicle parking, and areas for logistics support and port operations. The coastal shipping terminal will feature infrastructure dedicated to coastal maritime transport, storage and supply areas, road access and operational zones, as well as areas supporting logistics and commercial activities.