Last Updated on September 30, 2022, 3:20 AM AST by Anthony Morris
The Nevis Air and Sea Ports Authority (NASPA) has been declared the winner among other regional competing ports for the 2022 Novaport Cup Award for “Most Improved Performance.”
After the announcement was made at the Port Management Association of the Caribbean (PMAC) Virtual 25th Annual General Meeting from September 14-15, 2022, the General Manager of NASPA, Oral Brandy, told the Department of Information the authority has emerged as a proud champion.
“The NASPA is again the proud winner of the Novaport Award.” General Manager of NASPA stated, feeling elated.
He added, “The award was presented based on the improvement in efficiency over a period compared to other ports in the region.”
He stated, “This is the second time NASPA has received this cup/trophy. The first time was in 2005. This assessment has to do with how the ports can use their resources over time compared to the previous period,” He said.
Brandy applauded the staff’s efforts which led them to win the award. He stated, “On behalf of the Board of NASPA and management, I want to thank the staff for their hard work. They have dedicated their time and efforts, even in challenging times.”
According to Brandy, winning this cup speaks to the effort of the staff and employees over the years.
He thanked the staff for the hardwork and committment to the port, further, he also thankedthem for being there and working, doing their best even when they had limited resources. He stated that this cup is a testament to the employees’ dedication and committment to work.
The NASPA General Manager explained that the PMAC considered several factors for selecting the winner. These factors include, volume of cargo or throughput. According to him, it’s important to attract Nevis as much cargo as possible. Further, it is important to handle the cargo efficiently with minimum staff.
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