The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) recently established a significant partnership with APM Terminals.
This collaboration enhances cargo movement from Apapa port to Moniya.
This collaboration, announced last Thursday, aims to streamline logistics and improve efficiency in Nigerian cargo transport.
During a meeting, Kayode Opeifa, NRC’s managing director, engaged with APM Terminals’ delegates, including CEO Frederik Klinke and CCO Caroline Aubert-Adewuyi.
Akin Osinowo, NRC’s director of operations, represented Opeifa, focusing discussions on utilizing APM Terminals’ strengths in container freight transportation.
Klinke remarked on Nigeria’s strategic advantages, noting its proximity to several landlocked countries that create an ideal hub for importing goods.
Furthermore, he assured NRC of APM Terminals’ dedication to enhancing turnaround efficiency at the port and increasing rail usage for efficient cargo transport.
Opeifa appreciated the long-term collaboration with APM Terminals, emphasizing the benefits for both parties over the decades.
He described the partnership as a win-win affair, stating, “We will prioritize the satisfaction of APMT and all railway customers.”
Additionally, Opeifa highlighted the need for improved service reliability, efficiency, safety, and sustainability to prioritize customer satisfaction effectively.
He emphasized the media’s crucial role in promoting rail system usage, anticipating substantial cost reductions for goods and services.
Furthermore, he highlighted that increased rail usage could positively influence Nigeria’s GDP, supporting food security within President Bola Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda.’
This collaboration comes after the September 2023 inauguration of cargo movement on the single-gauge rail between Apapa port and Ibadan.
Ultimately, this strategic partnership empowers NRC and APM Terminals to transform cargo transportation in Nigeria, boosting economic growth and enhancing regional logistics.