maritime logistics
Lekki Port Gains Global Recognition for Transshipment Excellence
The Lekki Deep Seaport, Nigeria’s flagship maritime infrastructure, has received commendations from stakeholders in the logistics and shipping sector for its exceptional performance in transshipment operations, positioning it as a regional hub for cargo movement across West Africa. Speaking at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Freight Forwarders Group Conference themed “From Ports […]
NPA Orders Shipping Lines to Submit Holding Bay Lists Amid Container Congestion
In a bid to address the growing issue of container congestion at Nigeria’s seaports, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has issued a directive to all shipping lines operating in the country to submit an updated list of their holding bays, including their locations and holding capacities. The directive, announced during a high-level meeting on Wednesday, […]
Barge Operators, Maritime Workers Partner to Boost Port Efficiency
The Barge Operators Association of Nigeria (BOAN) has initiated a formal partnership with the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN). This development comes amid renewed calls for reform and collaboration within the country’s ports and waterways, plagued for years by congestion, delays, and logistics bottlenecks. During a courtesy visit to MWUN’s headquarters in Apapa, Lagos, […]