On Monday, 9 November 2026, the Director General of Madagascar’s Port, Maritime and River Agency (Agence Portuaire, Maritime et Fluviale – APMF) officially launched the second phase of the INTEGRATE – Madagascar programme, dedicated to providing technical assistance for the establishment of the Maritime Single Window.
Through this initiative, the Director General of APMF reaffirms his commitment to making digital transformation a strategic driver for improving the performance of Madagascar’s port and maritime sector. The main objectives include simplifying administrative formalities, strengthening coordination among the various government agencies, reducing processing times and enhancing the competitiveness of the country’s ports.
Beyond the establishment of a digital platform, the Maritime Single Window represents a genuine reform of working methods and maritime governance, in line with the requirements of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) FAL Convention.
From 9 to 17 November 2026, Malagasy and Indonesian experts will work on analysing existing procedures and systems, harmonising formalities related to port operations, standardising and interconnecting data, and developing a roadmap for the implementation of the Maritime Single Window.
Coordinated by APMF and aligned with the MELIS-MAD project, this initiative benefits from the expertise and support of the Government of Indonesia, the Indonesia National Single Window Agency and the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation.
With this latest development, Madagascar aims to establish a more modern, connected and efficient maritime administration, better aligned with international standards and the demands of a maritime sector undergoing rapid transformation.
