DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali Port said it has been recognised for excellence in container terminal operations at the debut Navis Inspire Awards 2015, held in California, US.

The award, constituted by Navis, a provider of operational technologies for leading terminal operators, is aimed at recognising excellence in container terminal operations and highlighting companies which use the Navis terminal operating system (TOS) and optimisation modules to innovate, optimise and deliver value at their terminal facilities and in their broader communities.

Mohammed Ali Ahmed, chief operating officer for UAE region; and Pedro Caballero, director for Terminal Planning and Performance, received the award for ‘Excellence in Terminal Operations’ at the event, said a statement from Jebel Ali Port.

Sultan Ahmad Bin Sulayem, chairman of DP World said the award win underlined the global marine terminal operator’s customer centric approach, innovation, process excellence and commitment of its employees.

He was speaking at a special event held in Dubai, UAE, to celebrate the award and congratulate DP World’s UAE region team for the achievement.

DP World senior officials including Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, vice chairman; Mohammed Sharaf, group CEO; Mohammed Al Muallem, senior vice president and managing director of the UAE region; and Ali Ahmed attended the event.

Bin Sulayem said: “Winning this global award is a top honour. Our vision for the business, strategy, customer focus and engagement are all key features integral to the success of our operations at Jebel Ali where an inspired, skilled and experienced team is delivering first class performance.”

“Providing excellent customer service coupled with motivated employees are among our top priorities alongside a continuous drive for innovation and process excellence. These factors have combined to bring about this success,” he added.

On the win, Ali Ahmad said: “The judges assessed Jebel Ali on how it is increasing port productivity and enhancing terminal operations, in line with our own goal of creating a world class port facility offering new processes and the finest systems,” he added. – TradeArabia News Service