Talofa and Welcome
The Samoa Ports Authority (SPA) welcomes you to our new upgraded website. Here you will find information about our Organisation and services.
The SPA is a Government Corporation, established under the Ports Authority Act 1998, and officially commenced operations on the 1 July 1999. It took control of maritime operations that were previously managed by the former Ministry of Transport, including the transfer of employees and port major assets in Apia, Mulifanua, Aleipata, Salelologa and Asau.
SPA operates from its main premises at Matautu tai Apia, and continues to work collaboratively with the main Government Ministries and agencies for the operation of its ports. Private companies currently provide services of stevedoring, container handling, cargo movement and major maintenance, while SPA provides pilotage, ship towing, tourism production and security services.
Small Steps, Huge Potential
VISION & MISSION
To be the leading gateway port in providing green, safe, efficient and effective services
To develop and maintain safe and climate resilient port infrastructure and services, in compliance with national and
international standards, to ensure operational excellence and profitability, in partnership with our stakeholders
