Port of Lobito Achieves Positive ISO Certification Audit and Wins Top Award at Angola Municipalities Fair
The Port of Lobito has recently received a positive evaluation of its Integrated Management System from auditing firm MS Certification, in line with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 standards.
According to a report, the port authority earned top marks for quality management, environmental protection, and occupational health and safety.
A team of MS Certification auditors spent a week at the port’s facilities, reviewing compliance with recommendations made during the initial certification.
Nken Jonah, Managing Director of MS Certification Nigeria and lead auditor, praised the professionalism and dedication of the Port of Lobito’s staff, highlighting their consistent application of best management practices.
“We were impressed by the technical knowledge and confidence demonstrated by employees during interviews, always aligned with the company’s guidelines and strategic objectives,” Jonah said.
He congratulated the port’s administration for adopting ISO standards, describing the move as a solid step toward strengthening the Port of Lobito’s international recognition.
Celso Rosas, Chairman of the Board of Directors, reaffirmed the port’s commitment to continuous improvement, stating:
“Our commitment is permanent. We will continue, with dedication and rigor, on the path to excellence.”
The Port of Lobito was also honored with the Best Company Participation Award at the 5th Edition of the Angola Municipalities and Cities Fair, held in Benguela. The event brought together exhibitors from across the country to promote innovation, development, and best management practices.
The recognition underscores the port’s strategic role in driving the national economy through service excellence and its crucial contribution to strengthening logistics and trade chains in Angola and the Southern African region.
During the fair, the port showcased modernization and expansion projects, including infrastructure upgrades, process digitalization, and increased operational capacity.
A detailed model of the port and its terminals illustrated its vision for growth and competitiveness in the coming years.
These initiatives aim to position the Port of Lobito as a leading logistics hub, meeting the growing demand for services along the Lobito Corridor, which links Angola with the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia.
For Rosas, the award is a source of pride for the entire workforce of the Port of Lobito.
