A needs assessment mission has been launched in Mauritania to prepare for the establishment of a Maritime Single Window (MSW) system at the Port of Nouakchott, also known as the Nouakchott Friendship Port. The initiative is designed to streamline port operations, improve efficiency, and align the country with new international maritime requirements. Maritime Single Window: A New Era of Port EfficiencyThe Maritime Single Window is a digital one-stop platform that consolidates communication between all stakeholders involved in ship clearance, covering arrival, stay, and departure procedures. By replacing multiple channels of communication with a single streamlined interface, the system is expected to significantly reduce both time and costs for port users. By implementing a Maritime Single Window at the Port of Nouakchott, Mauritania is taking an important step toward modernizing its port operations, fostering trade efficiency, and strengthening its role in the global maritime network.