… certification covers all NNPC jetties nationwide
… NNPCL to ensure security of ships, ports, other maritime facilities
Oredola Adeola
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has received certification from the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, granting the national oil company entry into the Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS), a key development in enhancing its maritime operations and global connectivity.
Olufemi Soneye, NNPC Ltd., Chief Corporate Communications Officer, confirmed this in a statement, obtained by Advisors Reports on Sunday.
Advisors Reports gathered that the ISPS certification, issued by NIMASA to NNPC Ltd in April 2024 and covering all NNPC jetties nationwide, is a mandatory international standard for ensuring the security of ships, ports, and other maritime facilities and the safe and secure movement of goods and people across the globe.
Mr. Inuwa Danladi, NNPCL’s Executive Vice President of Business Services, in his statement on the recent certification, represents the national oil company’s dedication to maintaining its trajectory towards process enhancement, regulatory adherence, and operational excellence.
Beyond demonstrating NNPC’s continuous adherence to regulatory compliance, Inuwa said the certification also grants the Company entry into the Global Integrated Shipping Information System (GISIS), enhancing its reputation as a safe and reliable business destination and potentially reducing the company’s insurance premiums.
Inuwa listed some of the rigorous processes followed in obtaining the certification to include the upgrading of relevant security facilities at the nation’s ports and jetties; the establishment of the ISPS Code Command Centre; as well as the engagement of NIMASA Recognized Security Officer (RSO), who played a crucial role in managing key regulatory processes.
Inuwa added that the development of Port Facility Security Assessment (PFSA) & Port Facility Security Plan (PFSP), coupled with the meticulous Verification Inspection Exercise (VIE) from NIMASA, have also underscored NNPC’s commitment to ensuring adherence to the highest standards of maritime security in the Company’s operations.
“This achievement is a testament to our consistent dedication, and we pledge to continue striving towards attaining regulatory excellence in all our operations,” Inuwa noted.
