Introduction:

Nigerian Institute of Production Management (NIPM) Centre for Maritime Logistics Studies (CLMS) is a premier institution dedicated to providing world-class education, training and research in the maritime sector.

 

NIPM CLMS is a leading provider of professional development programs, certifications, and consulting services in the maritime industry, with a focus on Nigeria and the broader West African region.

NIPM CLMS partners with reputable companies operating in the key segments of the maritime value chain on staff training, manpower development and professional certifications in such knowledge and competency areas as shipping operations, dry dock planning and maintenance, project management, port and terminal operations, inland logistics and transportation, oil and gas operations management, cargo loading/unloading operations, maintenance management, warehousing and inventory control more!

As a flagship initiative of NIPM, CLMS has established itself as a trusted partner to maritime companies, leveraging the operational framework and standards set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and national regulatory bodies and agencies like the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Nigerian Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), and other stakeholders such as Nigerian Navy (NN) and the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), and others.

 

Professionals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in maritime logistics and transport operations add other aspects knowledge and competency areas of maritime value chain and general supply chains can leverage NIPM CLMS for professional development and career success.

 

NIPM CLMS is a pace-setting training institution with a strong reputation across the maritime value chain, supporting organizations to build and enhance capability for corporate effectiveness, greater competitiveness, profitability and sustainable growth.

 

CLMS is committed to fostering high standards of professionalism among seafarers especially voyage and shipping operations, developing capability and promoting ethical values and advocacy in areas such as Vessel Management and Operations, Cargo and Passenger Management, Personnel and Crew Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Environmental Management.

 

With its strong industry partnerships, expert faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities, CLMS is committed to driving excellence in the maritime industry through innovative training, research, and advisory services.

 

The Maritime Logistics and Transport Operations Management Workshop offered by NIPM CLMS is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills required to manage maritime logistics and transport operations effectively, focusing on safety, efficiency, and compliance.

Course Objectives:

– Understand principles of maritime logistics and transport operations management

– Develop effective strategies for logistics and operations management in collaboration with stakeholders like NPA and shipping lines

– Implement safety and risk management protocols in maritime transport operations

– Optimize cargo handling and warehouse management at ports and terminals

– Enhance compliance with regulatory requirements (NIMASA, IMO)

Key Learning Outcomes:

– Demonstration of increased knowledge and new skills for maritime logistics and operations improvement

– Actionable KPIs/Metrics for logistics and operations performance optimization

– Improved safety and risk management in maritime transport operations

– Enhanced cargo handling and warehouse management

– Improved compliance with regulatory requirements

– Improved productivity and efficiency in maritime logistics and operations

– Driving Innovation and Best Practices in Maritime Logistics and Transport Operations

Course Outline:

1. Module 1: Introduction to Maritime Logistics and Transport Operations

– Overview of maritime logistics and transport operations in Nigeria

– Understanding industry regulations and standards (NIMASA, IMO, NPA, NIWA, NSC, SON, NAFDAC, FCCPC)

– Fundamentals of logistics and operations management in maritime

 

2. Module 2: Logistics and Operations Management

– Managing logistics and operations in maritime transport with stakeholders like NPA and shipping lines

– Implementing safety and risk management protocols

– Optimizing cargo handling and warehouse management at ports

 

3. Module 3: Safety and Risk Management

– Regulatory requirements and standards (NIMASA, IMO, ISPS Code)

– Implementing safety procedures and protocols

– Managing risk and ensuring compliance

 

4. Module 4: Cargo Handling and Warehouse Management

– Managing cargo handling and warehouse operations at ports

– Implementing efficient cargo handling procedures

– Optimizing warehouse management and inventory control

 

5. Module 5: Compliance and Regulatory Requirements

– Understanding regulatory requirements (NIMASA, IMO, NPA, NIWA, NSC, SON, FCCPC, NAFDAC, NDLEA)

– Ensuring compliance in maritime logistics and operations

– Implementing compliance procedures and protocols

 

6. Module 6: NIPM CLMS Action Learning Toolkits for Higher Performance

– Applying learned skills and knowledge to real-world challenges

– Action planning for performance improvement

– Leveraging NIPM CLMS resources for ongoing development

Who Should Attend:

– Operations Managers

– Logistics Managers

– Transportation Managers

– Import/Export Managers

– Shipping Managers

– Customs Clearing and Freight Forwarders

– Port and Terminal Operators

– Senior Seafarers

– Port Terminal Warehouse Managers, Officers and Supervisors involved in production, storage, cargo handling, loading and unloading operations

– Representatives from NPA, NIMASA, NIWA, NSC, SON, FCCPC, NAFDAC, NDLEA, NN, NPF and other stakeholders

– Professionals involved in Maritime Logistics and Transport Operations

Training Format and Duration:

Online Distance Learning not Virtual (2 Weeks) or 2 Days Intensive Physical Classes

 

Registration:

Open/In-House Training Options

 

Contact:

Tel./WhatsApp: 08069006671, 08023140750

E-mail: info@nipmnigeria.com.ng