Gulu Logistics Hub

The Gulu Trade Logistics Hub is expected to improve capacity of transport infrastructure in Northern Uganda to serve markets in South Sudan, Northern Uganda and parts of DRC; Efficient management of freight transport through Northern Uganda; Improve capacity to handle containers and other cargo in Gulu. The Hub will also provide for efficient Humanitarian Assistance; Reduction in poverty; and Increase in exports. This hub will serve the trade corridors of (i) Kampala – Gulu - Elegu/Nimule - Juba Trade Corridor; and (ii) Gulu – Packwach Goli/Padea/Lia/Vura DRC Trade Corridor. Proposed developments include Container Yard; Railway Siding; Container Freight Station; Warehousing Complex; Vehicle holding area and traffic flows; access roads, Truck Stop (Parking); Administration building; Container light repair w/shop; Customs office; Perimeter wall; Security gate and guardhouse. The GLH will provide functions such as container and break-bulk, handling and storage facilities, space for stakeholders dealing with freight transport (freight forwarders, shippers and transport operators) and the provision of accompanying services such as customs inspections, tax payment, maintenance and repair, banking and information communication technology connections.