Lagos Improve Satefy on Waterways with e-Fleet Surveillance System

As part of deliberate efforts by the administration of Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu in fulfilling its T. H. E. M. E. S.+ Agenda to ensure sustainable water transportation service as a reliable mode of transportation, in the matrix of Multi-Modal Public Transportation Systems of Rail, Road and Water; the Lagos State Government is adopting technology-driven water transportation with the berthing of the Lagos Ferry Services (LAGFERRY) Electronic Fleet (E-Fleet) Surveillance System.

The Lagos State Government, on Wednesday, said it was adopting a technology-driven water transportation system with the unveiling of the Lagos Ferry Services Electronic Fleet Surveillance System.

The Managing Director, LAGFERRY, Abdoulbaq Balogun, in a statement on Wednesday, said the adoption of the e-Fleet surveillance system was to ensure sustainable and reliable water transportation service safe for all users.

“The e-Fleet Surveillance System, known as e-Fleet, is a functional real-time technology that tracks ferries and provides vital information, including the location, speed, condition and surrounding environment of the boats.

“This information will enable LAGFERRY to monitor and manage the operations of its fleet effectively 24/7 (round-the-clock), ensure passenger safety and confidence through installed tracking cameras, leading to improved ridership and help in the management of fuel to achieve maximum value,” Balogun said.

According to him,  the e-Fleet surveillance system is a robust technology that provides data on water traffic, boat performance, weather conditions, and other important information.

“It has its control centre at the agency’s operation base at Mile 2 Terminal and is being constantly monitored by trained and competent professionals to underscore the commitment of the government to establish the industry’s standards in providing a conducive environment for private sector investments,” the statement said.

August 17, 2023