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.