From 18 to 21 March 2025, High level port managers, focal points will gather for the 25th annual coordination meeting with the aim to collectively define the future of the network. The meeting will see high level representatives from Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Senegal, and Togo gathering to discuss the coming year’s agenda. The 2 first days will be used to update the training module on Human Resource, with the contribution of HR directors from those countries, following online meeting on that topic.

Programme outline

The French-speaking network of the TrainForTrade Port Management Programme (PMP) has trained 1788 port operators from 11 countries in 91 cycles with 1225 certified participants. And produce 1225 case studies available in the library of the programme. In 2024, 255 port operators are part of the yearly cycle with a representation of 36% women in the programme.

Description

The UNCTAD TrainForTrade Port Management Programme (PMP) supports port communities in developing countries in delivering more efficient and competitive port management in the future. In order to increase trade flows and foster economic development, the programme creates port networks bringing together public, private and international entities. The aim is to share knowledge and expertise between port operators and strengthen talent management and human resources development in port communities.

The PMP’s main objectives

• Strengthen institutional capacity and management efficiency of ports and related agencies.
• Promote port community participation and public-private partnerships.
• Enhance the competitiveness of ports and the quality of their services.
• Improve the environmental sustainability and social responsibility of ports.

The PMP provides technical assistance in various areas, including port planning, management and operations, logistics and supply chain management, port security, safety and environmental protection, and legal and regulatory frameworks. It also organizes training courses, workshops, and seminars, as well as conducts research and analysis on port-related issues.