Grimaldi Guinée SA: the Group's new branch inaugurated in Conakry

Grimaldi Guinée SA, the new direct branch of the Grimaldi Group in Guinea, opened in the capital city Conakry in July, strengthening the Company’s commercial and operational presence in the country.

Led by General Manager Daouda Gueye, Grimaldi Guinée SA currently employs 15 people, with the team expected to grow in the near future. The local staff are responsible for supporting customers and coordinating the Group’s commercial and operational activities in Guinea, strengthening the connection between the country and Grimaldi’s global network.

The decision to establish a direct presence in Guinea reflects the significant growth opportunities offered by the local market, not only in the mining sector, but also in consumer goods and infrastructure projects. Against this backdrop, the port of Conakry plays a strategic role as a key gateway to the country and an important hub for transit cargo.

The con-ro vessels deployed on the Group’s deepsea services are particularly well suited to meet the diverse logistics requirements of the Guinean market. Their configuration allows for the efficient transport of a broad range of cargo, including vehicles, earthmoving and mining equipment, project cargo on Mafis (mobile loading platforms) and containerized cargo.

For Guinea, Grimaldi’s primary maritime link is from Northern Europe to Conakry. Through strategic hubs within the Group’s network, the country is also connected to key markets in the United States, the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Africa, as well as China. This network provides customers with a broad range of options for transporting cargo to and from Guinea.

With the opening of Grimaldi Guinée SA, the Group is therefore further consolidating its network in West Africa, bringing its maritime transport solutions closer to local customers, and supporting the development of trade flows and logistics connections with both Guinea and the wider region.