In a bid to diversify its operations and further enhance its competitiveness, SIFAX Group, a multinational corporation and owners of Port &Cargo Handling Service; operators of Terminal ‘C’ at Tin Can Island port, has commenced Roll on Roll off services.
Speaking at the formal reception of the first RoRo vessel that called at the terminal last Friday, the Group Managing Director, SIFAX Group, Mr. John Jenkins, said RoRo service was part of the business expansion strategy of the company, adding that its experience in handling such services in times past coupled with its customer-focused philosophy have positioned it to make a success of the service.
The SIFAX boss re-emphasised the company's policy to explore various opportunities that exist in port operations, pointing out that partnership with foremost international shipping agent; Auto Export Shipping (AES) and Hyundai Glovis, the logistics arm of Hyundai KIA Automotive Group is strategic.
Jerkins noted that expansion of its services is based on business strategy for 2016.
Also, Managing Director, Ports & Cargo Handling Services; Alhaji Mohammed Bulangu explained that by virtue of the concession agreement, the multi-purpose terminal can handle general cargo, container and RORO vessels.
“Over the years, we have come to do more of containerized cargo, even though this is a multi-purpose terminal. However, the reality of the current economic situation, the need to increase revenue base and business volume, employ more staff and deliver array of top-notch services, among others, have compelled us to resume our RORO services. The terminal has all the required facilities, equipment and manpower to meet and satisfy all expectations,” Bulangu said.
But speaking further, Mr. Jenkins also stressed that, “SIFAX Group has a policy of exploring various opportunities to deepen our impact in the country’s economy. This partnership is designed to bring innovation, excellent service and unparalleled customer satisfaction to the RORO business in the country. "
"Expansion of our service base is one of the key elements of SIFAX Group business strategy for 2016”, he said, even as he assured that the company is fully prepared for RORO operations.
“The service will be a one-stop shop one which will include port terminal services, stevedoring, ship agency and off-dock services. "
"I am happy to say that our partners, agents and consignees are in for a swell time due to the volume of preparations that has gone into this new business.”
Shipping Position Daily gathered that car carrier MV Glovis Supreme with IMO number 9674177, berthed at the terminal at 7.45am on Friday and she was expected to have sailed out from the port in the early hours of Sunday.
MV Glovis Supreme came with 1,448 cars, vans and 88 trucks, making a total of 1,536 vehicles on her maiden voyage to Ports & Cargo terminal.
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