ICT applications in port operations

Proportion

Std. Err

Z. calc.

Remark: Reject H₀

There is in place Port Management Information System (PMIS) for ship arrival pre-notification, berth reservation, order for pilots, tugs, mooring and stevedoring services.

0.732

0.059

3.474*

Yes

Vehicle Booking System (VBS) is in place for digital processing of loaded trucks, to ensure security at port’s gate entrance and exit.

0.679

0.062

2.673*

Yes

There is a Container Yard Traffic Management System for storage, tracking and tracing of cargo containers.

0.661

0.063

2.401*

Yes

There is in place Port Collaborative Decision Making System (PCDMS) for joint consultative meetings involving terminal operators, shipping companies and the port authority.

0.107

0.0413

−5.88*

Yes

The Nigeria Customs Service deploys single electronic window for facilitated cargo document submission, processing and clearance at port terminals.

0.804

0.053

4.543*

Yes

There is a National Maritime Single Window linking all maritime stakeholders (government and private) for data exchange and communication.

0.625

0.0647

1.871*

No