Accra, Oct. 30, GNA – The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Ghana has organised a two-day workshop on Maritime and Port Operations Management and Safety for leaders and professionals in the maritime logistics sector.
The maiden workshop, held in Tema, was designed to equip participants with advanced management, administrative and technical skills to enhance efficiency and safety in port and shipping operations.
Opening the session, Mr. Mark A. Amoamah, President of CILT Ghana, said the initiative formed part of the Institute’s commitment to strengthening professional competence and promoting high safety standards in Ghana’s maritime and port sectors.
“As an Institute, CILT Ghana remains steadfast in its mission to promote excellence in logistics, transport and supply chain management. We believe that continuous professional development is key to sustaining industry growth and maintaining high safety and performance standards,” he said.
He added that the workshop would help develop practical insights to support the growth of a resilient and globally competitive maritime industry.
Mr. Amoamah noted that although Ghana’s maritime industry plays a critical role in national development, handling about 85 per cent of the country’s international trade through the Ports of Tema and Takoradi, it continues to face operational challenges.
“The sector is characterised by significant trade volumes but also faces efficiency bottlenecks and security threats such as piracy and illegal fishing. As operations expand and technologies evolve, ensuring safety, compliance and sustainability has become more crucial than ever,” he stated.
Participants were taken through key areas including Advanced Port Operations, Regulatory Compliance and Standards, Maritime Safety and Security Protocols, and Maritime Environmental Risk and Sustainability.
The workshop also provided a platform for stakeholders to share ideas and best practices to improve operational efficiency and promote safer and sustainable maritime activities.
GNA