The company made the remarks while commemorating its 40th anniversary, celebrating years of involvement in ship repair, fabrication, logistics, terminal operations, and free zone services across Nigeria.
Speaking during the anniversary event, Nigerdock’s Chief Executive Officer, Maher Jarmakani, reflected on the company’s evolution from a ship repair operation into a major regional maritime and logistics hub.
“Our journey has been one of resilience, constant reinvestment, and an unwavering commitment to excellence,” Jarmakani said.
“From our early days in ship repair and fabrication to becoming a regional hub for port operations, logistics support, and free zone services, we have consistently adapted, scaled our operations, and delivered landmark projects to our customers,” he added.
Focus on Local Talent and Industrial Development
A key theme of the company’s anniversary message was workforce development and local capacity building.
According to Jarmakani, Nigerdock has invested heavily in training Nigerian workers in specialised technical skills, helping create a workforce capable of meeting international industry standards.
“We have trained thousands in our workforce in specialised skills and proved that local talent, supported by world-class systems, can deliver global standards,” he stated.
The company said its long-term investments in skills development have contributed to broader industrial growth within Nigeria’s maritime and energy sectors.
From Ship Repair to Integrated Port Operations
Established in 1986, Nigerdock has played a significant role in supporting industrialisation and trade infrastructure development in Nigeria.
Over the years, the company expanded beyond ship repair into terminal operations, logistics services, fabrication, real estate, and free zone management.
A major turning point came in 2003 following its acquisition by the Jagal Group, which triggered an ambitious expansion programme aimed at transforming the business into a broader integrated maritime and logistics platform.
Today, Nigerdock operates an integrated port and free zone facility in Lagos, serving as a gateway for international trade into African markets.
Snake Island Port Project Signals New Chapter
The company’s 40th anniversary also coincides with the commencement of activities at Snake Island Port, a major port development partnership between Nigerdock and the Federal Government of Nigeria.
Industry observers see the project as a strategic addition to Nigeria’s maritime infrastructure, particularly as the country seeks to improve port efficiency, attract investment, and strengthen regional trade connectivity.
The development is expected to support cargo handling, logistics operations, and industrial activities while expanding Nigeria’s port capacity.
Commitment to Nigeria’s Economic Growth
As the company reflects on its four-decade journey, Jarmakani said Nigerdock remains focused on supporting Nigeria’s economic development through infrastructure investment and industrial services.
“As we celebrate forty years of operational excellence, we acknowledge the decades of collaboration with our clients, employees, and partners and remain fully focused on driving Nigeria’s economic growth,” he said.
With maritime trade continuing to play a critical role in Nigeria’s economy, Nigerdock says it intends to build on its legacy by deepening investments in logistics, port infrastructure, and regional trade facilitation in the years ahead.