Welcome to DAT Mineral Connect

Strategic Investment Facilitation in Angola's Infrastructure and Mineral Economy

Unlock Opportunities in Angola and beyond.

The Lobito Corridor is rapidly becoming one of Africa’s most strategically important trade and logistics routes, connecting the mineral-rich Copperbelt regions of Angola, Zambia, and the DRC to global markets through the Atlantic Port of Lobito. The corridor offers unprecedented investment potential in infrastructure, energy, logistics, and value-added mineral processing. Angola's Malange and Moçâmedes Rail Corridors also present Rare Earth Elements investment opportunities.

About Us

Forging a U.S.–Angola Partnership for a Sustainable Minerals Future

DAT Mineral Connect LLC is a U.S.-based strategic advisory and commercial facilitation firm helping clients engage responsibly and effectively in Angola’s evolving investment landscape. We benefit from fulltime team member presence in Luanda. Our LLC supports project identification, local engagement strategies, and market-entry planning that align with both commercial goals and national development priorities. Our mission is to support sustainable development and regional integration by aligning U.S. capital with Angola’s infrastructure and resource potential, fostering long-term, mutually beneficial growth.

Facilitation of Strategic Commercial Partnerships

We work with institutional investors, developers, and operating companies to identify, align opportunities and facilitate introductions to qualified Angolan stakeholders, both public and private. We act as independent commercial advisors.

What We Do

Market Intelligence

Geopolitical & Market Insight

We offer regional intelligence to help investors make informed decisions in a fast-changing geopolitical context. Our insights support long-term strategy development, risk mitigation, and alignment with national economic integration goals under the African Continental FreeTrade Area (AfCFTA).

Project Evaluation Support

We assist with early-stage project vetting, market sounding, and partnership strategy for initiatives across logistics, rail, mineral processing, energy, and special economic zones.

WHY INVEST NOW

Key Focus Areas

Rail and freight infrastructure
Port development and intermodal logistics
Mineral processing and industrial hubs
Renewable energy and transmission systems
Digital customs, SEZs, and trade facilitation
Workforce and vocational training partnerships
Digital logistics and customs systems
Shipping industries
Strategic Investment in local Workforce Skills and Capabilities

Critical Minerals Gateway: Offers direct access to global demand for copper, cobalt, and rare earths – key inputs in batteries, EVs, and clean energy infrastructure.
Infrastructure Multiplier: Rail and port upgrades reduce freight time and cost by up to 40%, improving export competitiveness and opening new margin potential.
Early Mover Advantage: Investors can secure positions across transport services, industrial zones, energy, and minerals processing before the Corridors reach full capacity.
Revenue Stability: 30-year rail concession structure offers long-term, dollarized cash flows with strong upside tied to mineral throughput.

Projected Impact & Growth

1 million tonnes/year of copper and cobalt exports by 2030
3,000+ direct and indirect jobs in logistics and mining services
Enhanced regional integration under AfCFTA
Support for ESG and carbon-reduction goals in global supply chains

Why Choose Us

Our Core Values: Empowering Strategic Investments in Angola and Securing U.S. Supply Chain Independence

Deep understanding of Angola’s business environment
Strong regional insight and international market fluency
Independent, transparent, and compliance-forward
Committed to mutual benefit and long-term value creation
Presence in both the U.S. and Angola

Geopolitical Risk Management

At DAT Mineral Connect we offer geopolitical analysis grounded in deep cultural insight and regional expertise. By combining strategic intelligence with an on-the-ground understanding of local dynamics, we help investors navigate complex environments with clarity and confidence. Our tailored guidance enables secure, informed decision-making while minimizing risk and maximizing long-term opportunity across the Lobito and other Corridors.

WHO WE SERVE

• Institutional and private investors

• Infrastructure and logistics developers

• Energy and mining operators

• Risk-conscious capital allocators

• Development finance institutions

• Global and African trade partners