A Project with the institutional support of the Ministry of Transport
Road transport is one of the cornerstones of Cameroon’s economy, supporting nearly 90% of interurban traffic, according to the Directorate of Road Transport. Strategically located at the heart of the Gulf of Guinea, Cameroon serves as a major logistical hub in Central Africa, traversed by more than six unconventional road corridors. This dynamic role is confirmed by the Ground Freight Management Brigade (BGFT), which reports a continued upward trend in both interurban passenger and goods transport, even after the COVID-19 pandemic—representing an estimated 45% of annual tonnage in 2020.
Yet, this potential is hindered by persistent challenges: chronic overloading, poor service quality, arbitrary baggage pricing, and lack of traceability. These issues undermine road safety, economic transparency, and public trust.
A visionary project
CAMEEX is deploying a pioneering project to implement baggage weighing and scanning systems at interurban transport agencies nationwide. Executed under the institutional support of the Ministry of Transport and in line with Ministerial Order No. 039/MINCOMMERCE of February 26, 2024, this initiative marks a major step in structurally transforming the interurban transport sector.
Scanning and Weighing of Baggage in the Interurban Transport Sector.
1. Benefits for Passengers
Safer travel: Buses are no longer overloaded. Your driver knows the exact weight of the total baggage. Fair pricing: No more random baggage charges — pay by official weight. You know the weight of your baggage, you know the price of your baggage. Faster check-in: Digital receipts. Peace of mind: Your bag is scanned and traceable.
2. Security Benefits
Enhanced road safety: Fewer accidents due to better load control. Baggage scanning: Helps detect illegal or dangerous items. Real-time data access: State authorities get up-to-date system information.
Environmental and Infrastructure Benefits
Less vehicle strain: Reduces emissions from overworked engines. Preserves road infrastructure: Limits road damage from heavy, unregulated loads. Smarter logistics: Encourages efficient load planning and eco-friendly transport behavior.
4. Employment & Economic Benefits
1,000+ direct jobs created in scanning, weighing, IT, and operations. 2,000+ indirect jobs in logistics, maintenance, and support services. Boosts formal economy: Brings transport baggage operations out of the informal sector. Encourages innovation: Promotes local tech adoption and entrepreneurship.
Summary of our Services
Baggage Weight Management in the interurban transport sector
Ensuring vehicles comply with national weight regulations. Preventing mechanical failures and accidents due to overloading.
Collaboration with regulatory bodies to enforce road safety rules.
