Strengthening the partnership between Boluda and Togo: a new tugboat on its way to the Port Autonome de Lomé

On the morning of Tuesday 16 May 2023, the Minister of Maritime Economy, Fisheries and Coastal Protection, Mr. Kokou Edem Tengue, warmly welcomed Mr. Antonio Bordils Montero, CEO of the multinational company BOLUDA, specialised in tugboats, as well as his important delegation.

The main objective of this meeting was to evaluate the efficiency of the public-private partnership between Boluda and Togo, within the framework of the towing activities at the Port Autonome de Lomé. During the meeting, Mr Montero announced the exciting news that a new tugboat will soon arrive.

This new tug represents a major step forward for the Port Autonome de Lomé and more specifically for the LCT. By allowing the reception of larger vessels, it will contribute to increasing the port’s capacity and strengthening its competitiveness in the region. The announcement of the arrival of this tug demonstrates the continued commitment of Togo and Boluda to work hand in hand to improve towing services and support the development of the Port Autonome de Lomé.

Beyond this good news, the meeting was also an opportunity for both parties to discuss the competitive situation of ports in West Africa. They heard about the latest World Bank report, the Container Port Performance Index, which highlights the issues and challenges facing ports in the region. This discussion demonstrates the importance that Boluda and Togo attach to close cooperation to improve the towage services at the Port Autonome de Lomé

The Port Autonome de Lomé plays a crucial role in the Togolese economy and the competitiveness of West Africa. By strengthening their partnership, Boluda and Togo are committed to continue improving towage services and supporting the growth of the port. The imminent arrival of the new tug marks an important milestone in this collaboration and offers promising prospects for the future of the Port Autonome de Lomé.

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