São Tomé e Príncipe THE HUB FOR THE GULF OF GUINEA São Tomé e Príncipe: A walk through history…
Sometime around 1470: Portuguese navigators discovered the uninhabited islands Sometime around mid 16th Century: STP was Africa’s foremost exporter of Sugar By 1908: STP was world’s largest producer of Cocoa 12 July 1975: Achieved INDEPENDENCE from Portugal 1470 1975 1990 1991 2014 1990: One of the First African Countries to undergo DEMOCRATIC REFORMS
Since 1991: Non-violent, free and transparent elections 1991 - 2014: Consecutive Coalition Governments CELEBRATING 40 12 October 2014: YEARS SINGLE PARTY GOVERNMENT under OF INDEPENDENCE in the leadership of H E Patrice Emery CELEBRATING 25 2015 Trovoada elected with an absolute majority YEARS OF of 60% in the Parliament DEMOCRACY in 2015 1 THE LOCATION São Tomé e Príncipe: The Location
DIRECT SHIPPING TIMES SOURCE: WWW.SEARATES.COM
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 2 São Tomé e Príncipe: The Location
Less than 2 hours flying distance from São Tomé there are
Over 350 million consumers
Over US$ 750 billion GDP
Over US$ 275 million growth in household consumption between 2000 – 2008
Over 600 million hectares ready for Agriculture THE SÃO TOMÉ Significant producers of HUB commodities including Oil & Gas, Iron FOR A LARGE & Ore, Copper, Gold, Cocoa & Timber GROWING MARKET Significant importers of food products, electronics, construction materials and machinery
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 3 EXPORTS FROM THE SUB-REGION
REFINED CRUDE PETROLEUM US$ 160 billion US$ 23 billion
GAS RUBBER US$ 20 billion US$ 6 billion
COCOA US$ 5 billion Source: Trading Economics,2013; atlas.media.eu
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 4 IMPORTS INTO THE SUB-REGION
RAW SUGAR POULTRY US$ 1 billion US$ 1.5 billion
FROZEN TRANSPORT & FISHERIES CONSTRUCTION US$ 1.5 US$ 9 billion billion
PACKAGED RICE MEDICINES US$ 2.5 billion US$ 1.3 billions ELECTRONICS US$ 2 billion
Source: Trading Economics,2013; atlas.media.eu
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 5 UNDERSTANDING WITH STATISTICS
AREA: 1001 sq. km
ECONOMY: GDP Total: (2014): US$ 313.58 million GDP Growth (2014): 4.5% GDP Per Capital (2014): US$ 1,672 Currency: ST Dobra. Pegged with Euro: 24,500 ST Dobra / Euro
DEMOGRAPHICS & LITERACY Population: (2014) 187,602 65% Population - less than 25 years old. Median age: Less than 20 Literacy rate: Over 95%. Extremely low rates of crime.
HIGH PUBLIC HEALTH FOCUS Access to clean water & sanitation: In the next 3 years over 95% of the population will be covered. Malaria eradication: Zero new cases in 2014.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 6 THE TRANSFORMATION AGENDA
OTHER PRIVATE BUSINESSES DEVELOPED WITH IN THE NEW FRONTIER PARKS ASSISTANCE AND STUDIES CONTRIBUTED BY SERVICES FOR THE SUB-REGION
Tank Farm, Bunkering, Shipyard, Sub-regional Airline, Aircraft MRO Center, Logistics Hub, Financial Services Hub, Healthcare
NEW FRONTIER PARKS
Tourism DEEP WATER Int’l PORT ASSETS Airport OF SAO TOME E PRINCIPE Education REFORMS FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH
License & business processes reforms, Visa reforms, Labour & Wage reforms
Private Telecom, ICT Connectivity, Free Internet access points in select public areas
e-Governance, GIS, New Administration Complex, Agencies for Policy Implementation
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 7 UNSPOILT NATURAL BEAUTY
CORAL REEF WRECKS ALONG THE ABUNDANT MARINE MANY GREAT TROPICAL PASSAGE OF HUMPBACK COAST WEALTH SANDY BEACHES WHALES
Príncipe São Tomé
NATURAL BEAUTY ORNITHOLOGICAL PARADISE
LATITUDE ZERO COLONIAL HERITAGE WORLD BIOSPHERE TURTLE SANCTUARY RESERVES
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 8 TOURISM DEVELOPMENT – TWO CATEGORIES
Short Stay Tourism LONG STAY TOURISM
Facilities developed primarily in Facilities developed primarily in New Frontier Park – I. NEW FRONTIER PARK – II.
Facilities and promotions Facilities and promotions developed for Tourists who developed for Tourists who typically extend business trips or typically vacation for a week with seek weekend getaways. family or friends.
These include star Hotels and Themes for development include activities for Entertainment such EcoTourism, AgriTourism and re- as Night clubs, shopping malls, development of Colonial Roças, casino, spa, bars & restaurants. a water park and animal park. Re-Development of Colonial Roças Roça Água Zé Conservation of Historical Structures Development of History Tourism
Colonial Roças (Plantations) and their grand charming structures offer a glimpse into the Roça Bela Vista fascinating history of this islands.
Roça Uba Budo
Roça Boa Entrada
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 10 World’s Finest Cocoa grows in São Tomé Ideal Growth Environment: Soil & Climate Historically called “Chocolate Islands” Finest quality Genetic Variant
COCOA PLANTATION AGRICULTURE FISHERIES
São Tomé and Príncipe has vast sea territory spanning over 160,000 km2 A comprehensive survey of fisheries resources is required.
As per studies in 1998 (DIPA)
RESOURCE GROUP POTENTIAL TONNES
Large Pelagics 17,000
Coast Pelagics 4,000
Demersals 2,000 Cephalopods 6,000 Total (Tonnes) 29,000
Biodiversity surveys indicate São Tomé and Príncipe‘s fishes include 185 species from 67 families. Significant ones are:
Large pelagic species: swordfish, tuna. Cephalopods: cuttlefish, octopus Crustaceans: shrimp, lobster and more.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 12 ACHIEVEMENT: ICT CONNECTIVITY
ACE Submarine Fiber Optic Cable System
Key Features
17,000 kms from France to South Africa
Landing Station - San Gabriel in São Tomé. Inaugurated on 03 October 2012
Government of São Tomé and Príncipe is one of the 18 partners of the consortium that implemented this system.
Potential throughput capacity of 5.12 Tbps
Latest Fiber Optic Technology, developed by Alcatel-Lucent with wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) technology powers the subsea cable system.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 13 PLANNED E-GOVERNANCE INITIATIVE
RELEVANCE OF THE NATIONAL CONSERVATORY OF RECORDS DURING THE LIFETIME OF A CITIZEN
BANKING INSTITUTIONS: CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, Cheques, Letters FIDUCIARY ADULTS: Tickets, Vouchers RECORDS Identity Cards IDENTITY Passports PAPERS
CITIZENS: NEW BORN: PROPERTY Property Title Deeds Birth Certificates RECORDS Property Tax Records Vaccination Records SENIOR CITIZENS: HEALTH Retirement Cards RECORDS Disability Cards Death Certificates NATIONAL CONSERVATORY CHILDREN: Achievement Certificates CITIZENS: OF RECORDS School Diplomas Income Taxes FISCAL DOLESCENTS RECORDS A : Stamp Papers Student Cards Graduation Diplomas CITIZENS: EDUCATION Completion Certificates Military / Police ID Cards RECORDS Marriage Certificates Family Record Book EXPATRIATES: Voter ID Cards PERMITS & Travel Permits Driving License LICENSES Residence Visas Business Licenses FOREIGNER TRADING BUSINESSES: Professional Cards RECORDS Customs Duties & Taxes Others: Arms, Fishing, Etc
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 14 AGOSTINHO NETO EDUCATION VILLAGE
The Vision
Educate and qualify youth in São Tomé. Contribute to Gulf of Guinea regional development
A 1,600 hectare colonial property is allocated to the Agostinho Neto Education Village Courses: Maritime industry related studies. Industry Requirements - Oil & gas, mining, agriculture & hospitality, Public administration & governance
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 15 THE HEALTHCARE VILLAGE
The HealthCare Village will be developed in São Tomé. The Village be a market-driven health and wellness center.
Well qualified physicians will have access to innovative processes and systems.
The Village will make patients’ visit efficient and worthwhile
Services at the HealthCare Village
Medical Air-Evac facilities for the sub-region
A world class Diagnostics Center
Treatment facilities evolved around the following Medical Centers of Excellence Plastic Surgery Rehabilitation and physiotherapy Anti Retro Viral Treatments Center Oncology Palliative Care
An Emergency and Trauma Care Center
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 16 São Tomé New Frontier Parks Changing the way Businesses deliver Value in the Gulf of Guinea
Two New Parks established: New Frontier Park – I : Activity oriented economic zone for Business, Trade and Industries Located in North São Tomé between the International Airport and the city of Esprainha New Frontier Park – II : Calm environment zone hosting agri & eco Tourism and renewable energy generation Located in South São Tomé between Água Zé and São Miguel Designated “Special Zones for Economic Activity” with THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS simplified requirements and policies for business Powered by NEW FRONTIER New Frontier Parks will raise stakes in competitiveness PARKS and modernization and will serve market requirements. Park Management: New Frontier Parks Council (NFPC) – an independent organization ONE STP – The arm of Investments Promotion Authority (IPA). A one-stop facilitator serving all business needs for new and existing businesses
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 17 NEW FRONTIER PARKS
São Tomé Deep Water São Tomé International Trans-shipment Port Airport
New Frontier Park – I ADMINISTRATION CITY
AGOSTINHO NETO EDUCATION VILLAGE
New Frontier Park – II
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 18 AVIATION SCENARIO IN THE SUB REGION
CONSTRAINTS IN THE SUB REGION High costs of operations. Slow growth of air cargo. The sub-region suffers from: Absence of MRO facilities. Operators send Limited airport and airline infrastructure aircraft to Europe for maintenance or do not limiting market growth perform adequate maintenance Inadequate trained manpower and training Inefficiencies lead to poor customer infrastructure experience
THERE IS URGENT NEED FOR A COST-EFFECTIVE & EFFICIENT AVIATION HUB IN WESTERN AFRICA
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 19 THE SUB-REGIONAL AIRLINE
The Sub-Regional Airline Forecast Forecast Year Passengers Aircraft Transit @ ST Movements Hub: São Tomé International Airport 2017 270,000 4,190 Operating Fleet: • 2 – Wide body aircraft: intercontinental 2018 340,000 7,680 routes 2019 430,000 8,800 • 4 – Narrow body aircraft: sub-regional routes 2020 525,000 8,845 Minimum rotations per week per city – 3 2021 660,000 9,621 Cities served in the sub-region: Abidjan, Accra, Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, Malabo, Douala, 2019 Forecast Libreville, Brazzaville, Kinshasa, Luanda, ST Transit Passengers / Country Nigeria 175,000 Intercontinental Cities: London Gatwick, Ghana 75,000 Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Lisbon, Sao Paulo Angola 60,000 Source: BD Document - STP Airways D R Congo 28,000 Equatorial Guinea 25,000 Cameroon 24,000 Gabon 22,000 Congo Brazzaville 21,000
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 20 AVIATION SERVICES
Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services
West African airlines sending their crafts to Europe for several maintenance in a year results in • Loss of Fleet Time • Potentially higher costs
A world class, price competitive MRO facility to be set up by an international player in this business.
Air & Sea Cargo Services
Air Cargo Services: Structural bottlenecks in maritime infrastructure in the sub-region presents opportunities for Air Cargo Services – particularly for perishables
Air-to-Oil Rigs business: Air + Sea cargo continuity business for offshore platforms and oil rigs.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 21 TANK FARM AND BUNKERING TERMINAL
Petroleum Products Storage Tank Farm & Throughput Targets Bunkering Terminal Petroleum Products 4 million
for the Sub Region tons / year Location: Fernão Dias Deep Water Port Area in Northern 350,000 São Tomé Bunkering Terminal for handling and storage of petroleum products tons / year & bunker fuel Bunkering facilities for tankers / ships calling at São Tomé or crossing the region. Example: Navy, Liners that are looking for safe supply of high quality product in the region. Maintenance of National Strategic Reserves for interested neighbouring countries and São Tomé. Supply of blended products to interested neighbouring countries Supply to São Tomé and Príncipe
Total Planned Storage Capacity: 300,000 cu.m. Gasoil / Diesel 100,000 cu.m.
Gasoline / Naphtha 100,000 cu.m.
Fuel Oil / bunkering 85,000 cu.m.
Jet A1 15,000 cu.m.
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 22 VESSEL SERVICES SHIPYARD
VESSEL SERVICES SHIPYARD: The Shipyard to have the capability to build SHIPBUILDING AND SHIP REPAIR and repair Metal flatboats equipped with generators Shipyard for shipbuilding and ship repairs to rent to countries with modern installations and possibly the Tugboats, supply and offshore vessels best in Africa for the Oil and Gas Industry Patrol boats to combat piracy Catamarans for people transport Small fishing boats
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 23 THE CASE FOR A DEDICATED DISTRIBUTION HUB
Benefits of re-organizing Brazil’s Trade with the sub-Region using A Dedicated Distribution Hub 3 4 in São Tomé 5 2 1 6 ACTUAL SIMULATION % REDUCTION 7 SHIPPING COSTS REDUCTION BENEFITS 8 Douala $3,160 $1,781 - 44% Lagos $3,900 $2,401 - 38% 9 Luanda $5,320 $3,088 - 42% Lobito $5,420 $3,251 - 40% 10 Cotonou $3,160 $1,979 - 37%
SHIPPING TIMES REDUCTION BENEFITS Route : Santos – São Tomé 11 Douala 35 Days 10 Days 07 Hrs - 71% Distance : ~3500 NM; Shipping Time : ~7 to 8 days Lagos 40 Days 10 Days 16 Hrs - 73% Vessel Speed : ~20 Knots Luanda 26 Days 11 Days 08 Hrs - 56% 12 Lobito 26 Days 11 Days 16 Hrs - 55% Cotonou 27 Days 10 Days 17 Hrs - 60%
Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 24 WE WELCOME YOU MERCI BEAUCOUP