Thought leadership articles, assessments, reports, and commentaries on ports, shipping and logistics
Most port productivity improvement efforts in container terminals prioritize the big drivers: avoiding crane breakdowns, better truck deployment, or optimizing yard space and stowage plans. These are vital. But in reality, small, often overlooked operational issues or “silent eroders" also quietly eat away at productivity.
This article explores seven often overlooked issues in West African port operations and provides practical solutions to address them.
The race for port competitiveness in Africa isn't about capacity anymore—it's about power. This article breaks down why electrification is a sustainable path to operational resilience and investment attractiveness, even in ports facing grid instability.