KPA assures stakeholders of uninterrupted port services during electioneering period
Port of Mombasa
21.06.2022
Kenya Ports Authority has affirmed its preparedness and commitment to sustain the 24/7 port operations at its facilities during the electioneering period.
General Manager Cargo Operations, Mr. Mwasinago lauded the government’s efforts and assurance on provision of sustained adequate security during the period.
He assured port users and their customers that business will continue as usual at both the Port of Mombasa and the Inland Container Depots.
The GM made the remarks at the KPA headquarters when he received Mr. Kaushiki Bhattacharya, owner’s representative of Pacific International Lines (PIL) Limited on behalf of the acting Managing Director.
Mr. Mwasinago added that traditionally staff have successfully exercised their democratic rights in the past general elections without interrupting discharge of duty at their respective workplaces. He noted that the recent taking over of the just completed phase two of the second container terminal from the contractor saying it translated to additional modern berth facility.
He added that such preparedness enhances ship turnaround ruling out delays.
The GMO further said the Authority has sustained improved port performance including the planned replacement of the key container handling equipment at berths No.16 and 17. He added that the four single lift ship to shore gantries will be replaced with modern twin lifters and eight new reach-stackers at the yard.
On his part Mr. Bhattacharya commended the existing cordial relations between PIL and the Authority.
"You have been incredibly supportive, and our head office is very appreciative of this. "Any time you require assistance from us, let us know, we shall be happy to assist, " he added.
He expressed satisfaction with the decision by the Authority to involve all the shipping lines during discussions on the new window of berth 22 when the right time comes.
He was accompanied by PIL Line Manager Felix Thakur and Assistant Operations Manager Mohamed Nassir.
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