Terminal operator pledges prompt cargo delivery

The APM Terminals Apapa has assured freight forwarders and licensed customs agents of efficient service and timely delivery of their consignments.

In a statement on Thursday, the Terminal Manager of APMT Apapa, Steen Knudsen, stated this recently when the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Akutah Ukeyima, and a delegation of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents led by the National President, Nwokeji Emenike, visited the terminal.

Knudsen reiterated the need for collaboration across all stakeholders in the logistics value chain to improve port operations.

Recall that since he was appointed the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council in 2023, Ukeyima has been engaging relevant stakeholders in the ports including sister agencies, terminal operators, and licensed agents on measures to ensure port efficiency.

The recent was the visit to Tincan Island Container Terminal and Ports & Cargo Handling Services all to ensure port efficiency and boost trade.

Knudsen added that many of the factors militating against the prompt delivery of containers at the terminal were outside the control of the terminal operator.

“The terminal has improved on its process through automation, as importers and their agents can now book their containers for examination and carry out other transactions online from the comfort of their homes or offices without having to visit the terminal,” he said.

The terminal manager maintained that global trade needs efficient port operations and integrated solutions.

“We started a new and exciting journey in Apapa three years ago where we deployed a significant amount of new equipment. We have also improved our facilities and trained all employees across functions and levels. This journey is our transformation to international standards,” Knudsen added.

Earlier, the NSC boss reaffirmed the council’s commitment to port efficiency.

He also highlighted the Federal Government’s commitment to improving port infrastructure.