PEMA praises resilience of global port sector in face of Covid-19 crisis

Port Equipment Manufacturers Association (PEMA) has praised the port and terminal sector globally as it strives in keeping global trade flowing in response to the spread of Covoid-19.

PEMA informed that its technical committees were working round the clock to improve the safety and reliability of port equipment.

PEMA President and Chairman of the Board, Ottonel Popesco, praised the port and terminal operators in a press statement made available to PortNews in Lagos.

According to Ottonel Popesco, “All around the world, ports and terminals continue to operate as normally as possible thanks to the dedication and commitment of staff, suppliers, producers and others.

“Although disruption is likely to characterize the weeks and months ahead, the efforts of the global ports and terminals sector today will help to ensure that once the Covoid-19 crisis is over, global trade will be better placed to recover as strongly and quickly as possible.’’

 “Furthermore, PEMA’s technical committees continue to work throughout this period to improve the safety and reliability of port equipment. Our members are committed to supporting our customers to keep vital port equipment operating properly,” Popesco adds.

The coronavirus has put unprecedented pressure on the complex supply chains that play a crucial role to the functioning of the global economy and the well-being and livelihoods of people everywhere.

Despite exceptionally challenging circumstances, the world’s ports and terminals have continued to operate wherever feasible. Ships, trucks and trains are being loaded and unloaded around the clock ensuring that food, drugs and medical equipment are supplied, and that other vital products, machinery and raw materials reach their destinations.

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