NSC credits Intels, Greenview, others for contributing to port devt

Determined to encourage more growth in the nation’s port industry, the Nigeria Shippers’ Council (NSC) has honoured eight shipping and terminal operators in Nigeria for their contributions in the development of the sector.

The companies are Intels Nigeria Limited, Alraine Shipping Limited, PIL Shipping Limited, Ports & Cargo Handling Services Limited, Ports & Terminal Operators Limited (PTOL), Greenview Shipping Limited and Alink Nigeria Limited.

Hassan Bello, executive secretary of the Council, who spoke during the stakeholder’s appreciation night in Lagos week, said that the award of recognition was to appreciate the contributions of the companies to the national economy as it affects the maritime industry.

According to him, companies like Intels, Alraine, PIL, Greenview, and shipping companies have spent more than three decades in shipping operations in Nigeria. The occasion which was chaired by Nike Akande, chairperson of Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), was attended by maritime industry stakeholders from all parts of the country.

The Council also honoured the transportation minister, Chibuike Amaechi, with a certificate of recognition as the ‘Most Active Advocate for Change’ in the maritime transport industry.

While other shipping companies received their certificates through their chief executives and representatives, the minister’s certificate was received by Alhaji Sabiu Zakari, the Permanent secretary who represented him.

One of the companies, Alink, was particularly recognised for its contribution in promoting export trade through shipping activities, with ‘2016 Best Compliance Export Award’.