Maritime Port Management Challenges in Lagos Port Complex - Smart ICT Solution Applications

The book provides a thorough investigations into the management and technical challenges faced by Nigerian Ports using the most popular Lagos Port Complex as the case study. These include detailed analysis and evaluations of the current inefficient regulatory and handling processes and procedures of the containers, ships and other related vessels calling on the ports, the incompetence/frustrations of the port clearance personnel and the technical hitches arising from the outdated equipment/technologies in use. Practical solutions from Information and Communication Technology(ICT) perspectives were recommended to the stakeholders in the industry to enhance SMART port criteria, reduce port delays and congestions and promote business profitability as the main aim and strategy of the book.