MainGate Shipping Limited - Ship Agents

Services About Ports Served Branches Reviews QA

Vessel Handled

Services

Shipping Agency Service

Whether you’re the proud owner of a fleet or the savvy charterer seeking smooth seas, Maingate Shipping is your compass to success. We offer global representati...

Trading Services

At Maingate, we bridge industries and markets worldwide by efficiently sourcing raw materials and commodities. Our commitment is to drive growth while minimizin...

Ship Chartering

MainGate is a trusted resource for importers and exporters in Eastern Africa, facilitating seamless trade through the region’s main gates of entry and exit. We ...

Road & Sea Freight

Unlock seamless cargo movement with our extensive transporter network. We swiftly transport goods from production sites to end-user markets, ensuring efficiency...

Warehousing

Experience flawless packaging and secure storage solutions. Our state-of-the-art warehouse ensures the utmost safety for your valuable products, providing secur...

Comprehensive Ship Agency and Husbandry Services

Our comprehensive ship agency and husbandry services cover all vessel types and cargoes. Whether you operate tankers, dry bulk carriers, project or breakbulk sh...

Ship Brokerage & Chartering

As charterers and ship brokers, we match your vessels with profitable cargoes across East Africa. We monitor regional markets to link ships with cargo – from gr...

Vessel Repairs and Technical Services

Our in-house technical team adds value for vessel owners and charterers. MainGate employs marine engineers and surveyors who can coordinate or perform on-vessel...

Angkutan Berat & Penanganan Kargo Proyek

MainGate Shipping Ltd is a proven specialist in project cargo and heavy lift operations in Mombasa. We handle out-of-gauge and breakbulk shipments with precisio...

Vessel Husbandry Services

Comprehensive ship husbandry at Mombasa Port, including coordination of pilotage, tug assistance, berth allocation, port clearance, and full crew logistics. We ...

Port and Terminal Clearance

Handling all customs, immigration, and port health documentation to fast-track vessel inward/outward clearance. Our clearance team maintains a 99% accuracy rate...

Gestion du changement d'équipage et des congés à terre

Safe, compliant crew rotation services, including hotel accommodation, transfers, immigration clearance, and welfare support for all nationalities.

Bunker Coordination

Trusted bunker agent services sourcing marine gas oil, IFO, and compliant LSFO from vetted suppliers at competitive rates with full documentation and sampling p...

Ship Chandling Services

Timely supply of deck, engine, cabin, and bonded stores with transparent invoicing and quality assurance for international shipowners.

Marine Spare Parts Logistics

24/7 reception, clearance, and on-board delivery of urgent spares and consumables, including crane hoisting and launch boat delivery at anchorage.

Waste Disposal & Sludge Removal

Environmentally responsible handling of bilge water, sludge, garbage, and MARPOL waste via licensed port vendors.

Fresh Water Supply

Potable water supply at berth and anchorage through certified water barges with quality control records.

Hull & Machinery Inspections

IACS-class aligned surveys for hull integrity, engine condition, and operational readiness. With inhouse surveyors and multiple vetted suppliers.

On-hire/Off-hire Condition Surveys

Detailed visual and photographic reporting to protect both charterer and ship owner interests.

P&I Correspondence & Claims Handling

Liaison with P&I clubs and legal experts to resolve cargo damage, injury, or environmental incidents.

Customs Documentation Advisory

Advisory and preparation of pro forma invoices, exemption documents, permits, and manifests.

Fishing Vessels Husbandry & Care

We serve all types of shipping vessels plying Mombasa, or in Kenyan waters, with ship agency services, technical management, crew services, and care of the onbo...

Cargo Damage Surveys

Technical assessments for wet, heat, crush, and contamination damage across grains, steel, cement, and reefer cargoes. We work with multiple reputable independe...

Vessel Pre-arrival & ETA Advisory

Real-time tracking and early engagement with port control to align with terminal readiness.

Towage & Tug Coordination

Economical tug planning to reduce idle time and maximize port movement efficiency.

Dry Docking & Ship Repair Supervision

Expert oversight of shipyard repairs, warranty follow-up, and cost control.

Lay-up Management

Maintenance planning, periodic watchkeeping, and port authority liaison for long-term lay-ups.

Ballast Water Management

Compliance assistance with sampling, discharge plans, and IMO D-2 regulation tracking.

Medical Evacuation & Repatriation

Ambulance coordination, hospital admission, embassy communication, and travel rebooking support.

Vessel Watchkeeping

Anchorage and at berth security, visual watch, and detailed shift reporting by professional port captains and trained supervisors.

Tally Services for Breakbulk & General Cargo

Independent cargo count verifications for dispute prevention and claim avoidance.

Steel Cargo Condition Surveys

High-resolution inspections for surface rust, bends, strapping faults, and loading compliance.

Container Line Representation

End-to-end port agency for liner operators with KPI tracking, EDI systems, and slot optimization.

RORO Vessel Agency

Stevedoring coordination, vehicle tally, document control, and terminal access for car carriers.

Layanan Agen Kapal Pesiar & Penanganan Darat

Passenger clearance, provisioning, ground excursions, and regulatory coordination.

Anchor Handling Vessel Services

Port logistics for seismic and offshore supply vessels, including towline inspection and load planning.

Bulk Carrier Agency

Coal, clinker, fertilizer, and grain carrier supervision with daily discharge reports and demurrage minimization.

Dry Bulk Chartering (Global)

Strong chartering desk managing spot and COA dry bulk business with consistent fixture success on handy, supramax, and panamax tonnage.

Time/Spot Charter Brokerage (Global)

Global chartering of general cargo, breakbulk, and heavy lift vessels with fixture rates that maximize client ROI.

Port Agent

We offer a full range of port agent services as we serve vessels with all their needs at realistic prices.

Bunkering Services

We are the ideal bridge you need to safely and competitively bunker your vessels in the Kenyan waters. A full offshore bunkering service with ship-to-ship trans...

Spares Logistics

We offer ship owners and management companies a global delivery service for ship spares and marine parts.

Security Services

We provide a full range of port security services to vessels, including access control, mobile patrol and pre-boarding passenger screening.

Husbandry Services

We manage all aspects of ship maintenance, cleaning, and general upkeep of the hull, rigging, and equipment for our clients.

Charterer’s / Ship Owners Agent

We attend to all of the clients non-cargo matters of the ship, its crew, repairs, classification surveys and provisioning.

Sourcing & Supplies

We offer cost-efficient and effective trading services in sourcing for markets and products...

Ocean Freight

Focused on arranging cargo transport for our global clients as charterers, agents and logistics experts. MainGate Shipping delivers cost effective, reliable and...

Cargo Agents

Caring for your cargo when it is in the hands of handlers, storage yards, factory and ports...

Crew Change & Management

Management of protocols necessary for crew change and crew professional competence.

Expedition Services

Fast tracking the delivery and safe discharge of cargo from means of carriage following necessary cargo codes.

Ship Charterers

Shipping Bulk, breakbulk or liquid cargo in large volumes? We can help you succeed by chartering a suitable ship for your transport needs.

Ship Agents

Representing Ship Owners and Charterers, in effective management of their best interests.

Project Cargo Experts

Specialized in project cargo logistics, care and checks. We ensure that cargo handling at ports of loading, warehouses and discharge port is monitored, with the...

Marketing and trading agency for NVOCC principals

MainGate has established as a team leader in filtering the market for the sales and marketing of logistics and transport services. With group logistics networks...

Bunkering Calls, Planning and supporting ship owners and charterers in bunkering

Planning and supporting ship owners and charterers in bunkering operations.

Freight Consolidation

We provide freight consolidation services, combining multiple shipments to maximize cost savings and efficiency.

Mineral Trading

We offer trading services for minerals, facilitating transactions and logistics for mineral commodities.

工业化学品和机械供应

Supplying industrial chemicals and machinery as part of our trading and logistics solutions.

Commodity Trading

Engaged in the trading of various commodities, providing sourcing, logistics, and market solutions.

Productos manufacturados y agrícolas Logística

Logistics solutions for manufactured and agricultural products, ensuring timely and safe delivery.

Marine Inspections

Conducting marine inspections, including cargo discharge monitoring and tally services, to ensure compliance and cargo integrity.

Vessel in port operations expediting

Expediting vessel operations while in port to ensure efficient turnaround and minimize delays.

Cambio de tripulación / Administración

Providing crew change and husbandry services for vessels, ensuring compliance and crew welfare.

Owner’s and Charterers/ Representatives

Acting as representatives for ship owners and charterers, managing their interests during port calls and operations.

Project Cargo, Cargo Discharge Monitoring, Tally/ Marine Inspections

Project Cargo, Cargo Discharge Monitoring, Tally/ Marine Inspections.

Full container load services (FCL)

Full container load services (FCL) as part of ocean freight solutions.

Less-than-container-load (LCL)

Less-than-container-load (LCL) shipping solution for maximizing cost saving and efficiency.

Shipping documentation

Shipping documentation services as part of ocean freight solutions.

Door-to-Door or Port-to-Port basis

Door-to-Door or Port-to-Port basis shipping as part of ocean freight solutions.

Crew Change

Crew change services for vessels.

Maintaining Vigilance during cargo operations

Maintaining vigilance during cargo operations to ensure safety and compliance.

Shipping Agency

We are ship agents in all ports of Kenya, our agency services help streamline operations and in the best interest's of ship owners and charterers.

Logistics Planning

Our services encompass logistics planning, international trading, agency services, ship chartering, and global freight forwarding among other specific and flexi...

Trade Experts in East Africa

Our high-quality sourcing and trade services are tailor-made for you. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and crystal-clear communication, we stand out ...

Ship Agency & Charter Brokers

Agency services for ship owners and charterers, including berth reservations, customs clearance, crew changes, and cargo logistics in all ports of Kenya.

Ship Brokerage

Ship brokerage services for Kenya and Africa, facilitating vessel chartering and trade.

About

MainGate Shipping LLC operates as a shipping agency and logistics provider, serving all ports in Kenya and supporting clients with tailored solutions for shipping, trading, and freight forwarding. The company is based in Mombasa, Kenya, and offers services to importers, exporters, and charterers, with a focus on efficient, reliable, and cost-effective logistics.

Branches

Ports Served

Port Name	UN/Locode
KILIFI	KEKLF
KILINDINI	KEKIL
KISUMU	KEKIS
LAMU	KELAU
MALINDI	KEMYD

Contacts

You must be logged in to view the content.

478 Marsden Point Road, Marsden Point 0171, New Zealand
+64 9-432 5774
[email protected]

Please Login or Register to review

Customer Questions & Answers

Please Login or Register to ask questions and answer to questions

Other Ship Agents

Report