Groupe SERPORT
| Company type | State-owned enterprise |
|---|---|
| Industry | Port management and operations |
| Headquarters | Algiers , Algeria |
Key people | Mohamed Karim Eddine Harkati (former CEO), Abdelkrim Rezzal (CEO) |
| Products | Port services, maritime terminal management |
| Owner | Government of Algeria |
| Website | www |
Groupe SERPORT, also known as GROUPE SERVICES PORTUAIRES, is a state-owned entity responsible for managing port operations in Algeria.
History
On May 13, 2022, the CEO of Groupe SERPORT, Achour Djelloul, was removed from his position following a controversy surrounding the unauthorized departure of 311 containers containing 1,064 disassembled Hyundai vehicles imported by the Tahkout company via the Mostaganem commercial port. A legal investigation was initiated, and Abdelkarim Harkati, previously CEO of the Annaba port company (EPAN), was appointed interim director to succeed Djelloul.
Earlier, on February 24, 2021, Groupe SERPORT entered into a collaborative agreement with the Algeria Corporate Universities Group (GACU), Constantine Engine Company (EMO), and the General Directorate of Scientific Research and Technological Development (DGRSDT) to produce Algeria’s inaugural marine engine. This alliance aims to enhance domestic production capabilities and minimize reliance on imports through industrial replication.
On June 19, 2022, Transport Minister Abdellah Moundji officially appointed Mohamed Karim Eddine Harkati as the general director of SERPORT under a three-year performance-based contract ratified by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
Subsequently, on April 30, 2025, Transport Minister Saïd Sayoud dismissed Harkati due to ineffective management and insufficient utilization of the newly established maritime terminal at the Port of Annaba, which had been inaugurated in 2023 with an investment exceeding 4 billion dinars. Abdelkrim Rezzal, a former official from the Ministry of Transport, was named as his successor to lead modernization efforts and expand maritime connections.
Ports operated
- Entreprise Portuaire d'ALGER
- Entreprise Portuaire de BÉJAÏA
- Entreprise Portuaire d'ANNABA
- Entreprise Portuaire d'ORAN
- Entreprise portuaire de SKIKDA
- Entreprise Portuaire d'ARZEW
- Entreprise portuaire de GHAZAOUET
- Entreprise portuaire de TÉNÈS
- Entreprise portuaire de DJENDJEN
- Entreprise portuaire de MOSTAGANEM
- Entreprise Portuaire de CHERCHELL
- Société de Gestion des Ports de Pêche
USM Alger
On March 2, 2020, Groupe SERPORT acquired a 94.34% stake in USM Alger from ETRHB Haddad. Halim Hammoudi, Secretary General of SERPORT, revealed plans for developing the Aïn Benian project along with new club facilities, targeting continental achievements beyond national success. At that time, Achour Djelloul, serving as SERPORT’s general manager, pledged an annual investment between 1.2 and 1.3 billion dinars, while the training center initiative was budgeted at 1.4 billion dinars.
On May 13, 2020, Achour Djelloul appointed Antar Yahia as Sporting Director for a three-year term and named Abdelghani Haddi as general manager. By July 31, 2020, Haddi disclosed that the acquisition cost amounted to roughly 2 billion dinars (approximately 13 million euros). As an operator of state port assets, SERPORT generates nearly 500 million euros in annual revenue with net profits ranging from 25 to 40 million euros.
The construction of USM Alger’s training center commenced on March 15, 2021. Covering an area of 30,000 square meters, the complex includes club offices, two indoor courts equipped with changing rooms, and two artificial turf fields. The contractor entrusted with this project is EPE Batimetal. Despite rumors about possible disengagement from the club, Achour Djelloul reaffirmed SERPORT’s continued dedication to USM Alger amid fan calls for administrative reforms.
On June 22, 2024, USMA’s Board convened at Groupe SERPORT’s headquarters to appoint Athmane Sehbane as Chairman following Kamel Hassena’s resignation. Additionally, SERPORT designated former player Hamza Koudri as sports coordinator. The next day, Sehbane appointed Mustapha Laroussi as secretary for the first team; Laroussi had previously served in this capacity at USM Alger.
Sponsorship
On January 7, 2024, the Algerian Football Federation entered into a partnership agreement with Groupe SERPORT aimed at advancing football and providing backing to the national teams. This alliance is set to continue throughout the period from 2024 until 2026.