A journey of growth and development that transformed the Lobito Corridor into the region's main logistics axis.
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Late 19th century
International interest in the minerals of the DRC and Zambia.
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1899
Construction of the Benguela Railway Line (CFB) begins.
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1902
Sir Robert Williams takes over the project following the death of Cecil Rhodes.
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1929
Completion of the CFB Line to Luau.
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1931
First copper cargo arrives at the Port of Lobito by rail.
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1975
Angolan independence and decline in rail traffic due to civil war.
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2001
End of the CFB Company concession; assets revert to the State.
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2003
Creation of the public company CFB-EP.
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2015
Celebration of 40 years of independence with a strategic vision for the Corridor.