Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Captain William Ruto with Kenya Pipeline Company CEO Joe Sang at the KPA headquarters in Mombasa on November 6, 2025/ KPA




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The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) have entered into a new strategic cooperation agreement aimed at boosting operational efficiency and safety at the Port of Mombasa’s oil terminals.

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The agreement, signed by KPA Managing Director Capt. William Ruto and KPC Managing Director Joe Sang, focuses on the rehabilitation of the firefighting system at Pump Station No. 14 at the new Kipevu Oil Terminal (KOT II).

Speaking during the signing ceremony at KPA headquarters, Capt. Ruto hailed the partnership as a “significant leap forward in enhancing the operational readiness and safety of Kenya’s petroleum handling facilities.”

He noted that the collaboration underscores the government’s agenda of promoting synergy among state corporations to deliver efficient, secure, and sustainable public services.

“This partnership reinforces our shared commitment to ensuring the Port of Mombasa remains a world-class energy and logistics hub,” he said.

He added that by combining KPA’s port management expertise with KPC’s technical capacity in petroleum handling and firefighting systems, they are setting new standards for efficiency and safety.

KPC Managing Director Joe Sang lauded the agreement as a strategic investment in infrastructure reliability.

He stressed that the rehabilitation of the firefighting system will enhance emergency preparedness, minimise operational risks, and ensure the smooth flow of petroleum products through the new terminal.

“This collaboration reflects our joint responsibility to safeguard national assets and enhance Kenya’s energy supply chain. KPC is committed to supporting KPA in ensuring the Kipevu Oil Terminal operates at optimal safety and efficiency levels,” Sang said.

The partnership builds on a long-standing working relationship between the two agencies, which dates back to before the commissioning of the modern Kipevu Oil Terminal II (KOT II).

It is a critical step in strengthening the country’s energy security and safeguarding vital infrastructure.

The new cooperation also aligns with the ongoing expansion of port infrastructure, including the integration of Berths 14 and 16, which are designed to accommodate larger vessels and improve cargo handling capacity.

The Kipevu Oil Terminal II, commissioned in 2022, is one of the largest and most advanced oil terminals in sub-Saharan Africa.

It is equipped to handle crude oil, heavy fuel oil, diesel, petrol, and aviation fuel, with a design capacity that enables simultaneous berthing of multiple tankers.

The rehabilitation of the firefighting system at Pump Station No. 14 will enhance safety standards across these critical operations.

Industry observers note that the collaboration between KPA and KPC will not only reinforce operational resilience but also reduce response times to emergencies, improve risk management, and strengthen Kenya’s position as a reliable energy distribution hub for the region.

The move comes amid increased government emphasis on infrastructure modernisation, inter-agency cooperation, and national energy security, as Kenya positions itself as a key logistics and fuel transit hub for East and Central Africa.

“This agreement is a demonstration of our collective resolve to safeguard Kenya’s strategic installations and ensure that our port and pipeline infrastructure operate seamlessly for the benefit of the country and the region,” Capt. Ruto stated.