As global supply chains grow more complex and port operations face mounting security, environmental, and financial risks, the Port & Terminal Management Academy of Nigeria, POTMAN is stepping up to equip the industry’s top players.
The Academy will host a two-day intensive executive workshop on the theme: “Advanced Risk Management & Crisis Response in Port and Terminal Operations & Management” from Tuesday to Wednesday June 2, and 3, 2026 at Rockview Hotel, Parklane, Apapa, Lagos.
According to the Rector of the academy, Prof. Babatubde Samuel, the programme targets senior port and terminal professionals who are on the frontlines of keeping Nigeria’s trade gateways running.
Speaking to News Emperor on why it’s urgent for the sector now, the maritime expert and academia noted that ports are the arteries of Nigeria’s economy, handling the bulk of imports and exports. But they’re also vulnerable, to cyberattacks, operational disruptions, safety breaches, and financial losses.
He therefore added:
“This workshop equips senior professionals with practical tools and global best practices to identify, assess, and respond to operational, security, environmental, and financial risks,” the Rector of the Academy said.
The goal, according to him include; strengthen emergency preparedness, improve crisis response, and safeguard supply chains that millions of Nigerians depend on.
On what participants would gain for participating, he said :
“The workshop goes beyond theory. It’s designed to deliver actionable skills for real-world port challenges.”
Other key modules include of the workshop include
1. Risk Management Fundamentals: Understanding the core framework for port operations
2. Risk Identification & Mitigation: How to spot threats before they become crises
3. Crisis Management Planning Building response frameworks that actually work
4. Business Continuity Planning: Keeping ports running when disaster strikes;
5. Emergency Preparedness* — Disaster recovery systems for port activities
6. Port Security & ISPS Compliance: Meeting international security standards
7. Operational Risk in Cargo & Vessel Handling:
8. HSE Risk Control: Health, safety, and environmental protection measures
9. Cyber security: Protecting digital port systems from rising cyber threats
The told News Emperor that those to participate include people who needs to be in the room offices, the top executives of Maritime organisations.
Meanwhile, the academy, according to the organisers, is targeting decision-makers who hold the keys to port safety and efficiency: Port Managers, Terminal Operators, Senior Logistics Executives, Safety/Security/Risk Officers, Marine Harbour Masters, Compliance Officers, Emergency Response Teams, and Supply Chain Managers.
The academy added that the participants will leave with more than certificates.
Informing they they will also be empowered in terms of knowledge they would gain at the workshop.
“They’ll gain: Stronger capacity to manage operational and strategic risks;
Improved crisis response, and emergency handling abilities as well as reduced financial losses from operational disruptions.
Better compliance with international safety and security standards
While gaining access to expert insights and networking with industry stakeholders
Giving more Details about the event, the organisers said, the
time for event will be 9:00am to 4:00pm daily while the Venue remains Rockview Hotel, Parklane, Apapa, Lagos and that each participant is expected to register with the sum of ₦150,000 per participant.
Registration is open through the Academy’s office at 24 Burma Road, Apapa, Lagos. Interested professionals can reach the Registrar on 0808580474, 08090355954, 08057480956, 07012838749, or 0817947576.
For an industry under pressure to perform faster, safer, and smarter, this workshop could be the difference between managing a crisis and being consumed by one.