Owendo Container Terminal (OCT), which has just acquired five park gantries (RTG) and two quay gantries (STS), has launched an ambitious training program as part of its strategy to improve services and performances, with the objective of better meeting the needs of its customers while supporting the development of the local economy.
To this end, OCT has joined forces with specialized partners to provide targeted training to its teams. This program includes the training of twenty young Gabonese people, recently recruited as RTG operators, as well as the development of the skills of eighteen experienced STS operators already working on the company’s sites. These training courses, which began last August and will end in November 2024, aim to ensure optimal use of the new equipment.
In addition, fourteen new maintenance workers will receive technical training in automation, lifting, braking and electromechanics, to ensure the efficient maintenance of this new equipment.
Finally, specific training for pointers has been put in place in order to enable them to master new on-board technologies as well as container handling and delivery techniques. These initiatives are part of OCT’s desire to continue its commitments in the country, by creating employment opportunities and contributing to the industrialization of Gabon.
« These training courses are part of our constant desire to raise our performance to the level of the best terminals and guarantee quality service to our customers. By investing in the training of our teams, we give both our new recruits and our more experienced employees the means to achieve the level of service expected by Gabonese economic players in terms of port handling. In a constantly evolving society, we need highly qualified employees capable of meeting challenges in a positive and rapid manner. » declared Laurent GOUTARD, General Director of OCT.
Thanks to this new step, OCT continues its commitment to modernizing its infrastructure and developing the skills of its employees, in order to meet the ever-increasing demands of global maritime transport.
Owendo Container Terminal (OCT), a subsidiary of Africa Global Logistics, is the operator of the container terminal at the port of Owendo in Gabon. A major player in the country’s logistics chain, OCT employs nearly 300 Gabonese people and develops a subcontracting policy which generates nearly a thousand indirect jobs. Each year, OCT also carries out actions to support local populations in partnership with NGOs in many areas linked in particular to education and the environment.
Marie Dorothée
2024-11-02 08:59:00
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**Interview with Marie Ngoy, Training Coordinator at Owendo Container Terminal (OCT)**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Marie. Can you begin by sharing the motivation behind the recent training program at OCT?
**Marie Ngoy:** Thank you for having me. Our motivation stems from a commitment to improving our services and performance to better meet the needs of our customers. With the addition of five new park gantries and two quay gantries, we recognized the need to ensure that our team is well-equipped to operate this state-of-the-art equipment efficiently.
**Editor:** That sounds like a significant investment in both resources and personnel. What specific training initiatives are currently underway?
**Marie Ngoy:** We have initiated a comprehensive training program that encompasses various aspects. Currently, we’re training twenty young Gabonese individuals as RTG operators and enhancing the skills of eighteen experienced STS operators. Additionally, fourteen new maintenance workers are receiving technical training in areas such as automation, lifting, braking, and electromechanics to facilitate efficient maintenance of the new machines. We also have specialized training for pointers to help them master onboard technologies.
**Editor:** It’s great to hear that you’re investing in local talent. How long will this training program last, and what are its expected outcomes?
**Marie Ngoy:** The training started in August and is expected to conclude in November 2024. Our goal is to not only ensure optimal utilization of the new equipment but also to create employment opportunities and contribute to Gabon’s industrialization. We believe that skilled personnel will enable us to enhance our competitive edge and deliver quality service to our customers.
**Editor:** How do you envision this initiative impacting the local economy?
**Marie Ngoy:** By creating jobs and developing skills within our community, we aim to stimulate local economic growth. Our training programs will enable workers to acquire valuable competencies that are not only beneficial for OCT but also for the broader job market in Gabon. As we improve our operational capabilities, we can attract more business, which in turn bolsters the local economy.
**Editor:** That is indeed a positive outlook. Lastly, what message do you want to convey to the community regarding this initiative?
**Marie Ngoy:** I want to emphasize our commitment to the Gabonese community. We are not only focused on improving our terminal operations but also on fostering an environment where local talent can thrive. This initiative reflects our dedication to meeting international standards while investing in the future of Gabon.
**Editor:** Thank you, Marie, for sharing these insightful details about OCT’s training program. We look forward to seeing the positive outcomes of these efforts in the near future.
