Parliamentary Ratification
Offshore Bulk Handling Concession Agreement
Agreement Signed
10th November 2025
Ratified by Parliament
25th November 2025
Managing Director
Mr. Joseph Sandi
Sierra Leone's Official
Bulk Handling Concessionaire
Sierra Bulk Handling Ltd ("SBH") is a Sierra Leonean company holding the exclusive government concession for offshore bulk handling activities within Sierra Leone's territorial waters. Our concession agreement, signed with the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority and the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone, was unanimously ratified by Parliament in November 2025.
We possess deep know-how and a proven track record in the fields of Shipping, Transhipment, Trading & Capital Markets, positioning us uniquely to support the nation's mining export growth.
Strategic Capabilities
Delivering a coordinated approach to ensure cost-effective continuity for all end users.
Shipping
Expertise in maritime logistics and vessel management for bulk commodities.
Transhipment
Specialized offshore ship-to-ship transfer operations for mining exports.
Trading
International commodity trading networks and market access.
Capital Markets
Financial structuring and investment capabilities to support sector growth.
A National Mandate
SBH operates under a formal concession agreement with the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone, providing the legal and regulatory framework for our operations.
Sierra Leone Ports & Harbours Authority
The regulatory authority overseeing all port and maritime operations within Sierra Leone's territorial waters, and a signatory to the concession agreement.
Parliament of Sierra Leone
The concession agreement was laid before the House on 24th November 2025 and ratified unanimously by Parliamentary vote on 25th November 2025, under the Ministry of Transport and Aviation.
Exclusive Concession Rights
SBH holds the exclusive right to perform offshore bulk handling services, enabling the necessary long-term commitments and investments to open up and grow Sierra Leone's mining sector.
Mining Export
Outlook
Sierra Leone's mining exports are on a trajectory of exponential growth. From approximately 9 million metric tons in 2023, volumes are expected to reach 20 million metric tons by 2026.
Key contributors include Kingho, MML, CTC, Vimetco, and Sierra Rutile. Such volumes require a coordinated bulk handling approach to ensure cost-effective continuity.
Why Consolidate?
Offshore Bulk Handling is a commercial activity which can bring meaningful revenue to the Government while ensuring operational and environmental standards are met.
For Government
- ■Substantial new revenue stream from day 1
- ■Further participation in key export sectors
- ■Ensured operational & environmental standards
For Mining Companies
- ■Reduced costs through economies of scale
- ■Long-term strategy to open up the mining sector
- ■Reliable, coordinated bulk handling services
SBH Commitment
- ■Deep know-how and proven track record
- ■Resources to bring optimal systems to Sierra Leone
- ■Capital necessary to expand the mining sector
