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VOLUME 26 THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED NOVEMBER-DECEMBER 2015 CEO’s Christmas message – celebrating the FBE Award first full year of operations commitment to assist smaller Silk Route Port International As the festive season following the partial Pacific Island nations and Forum 2015, Ningbo, Chinaapproaches, it is a fitting time divestment of Ports Terminal territories by providing training These high-level forumsto celebrate the success that Ltd (PTL, now FPTL). to attaches from Solomon provide a platform forFiji Ports Corporation Ltd Islands, Nauru, Tonga, deliberating on and solvingFiji (FPCL) enjoyed at the Fiji With this loss of subsidiary Christmas Island and Kiribati. complex concerns of theBusiness Excellence Awards. status, FPTL was excluded maritime industry. from the Group accounts. Strong, regional ties It was an honour to receive Despite this, the Group are maintained by FPCL 2016the Achievement of Business management had maintained participating in organisations As stated by the AttorneyExcellence Award and join the the level of profitability, and that provide a cooperativeexclusive group of companies grew it by 1%. platform for Pacific Island General and Minister forthat set benchmarks for other member ports and port users Public Enterprises, Hon.companies aspiring to achieve The record dividend trend such as the Pacific Maritime Aiyaz Khaiyum, during histhat status. continued, with the FSHIL Transport Alliance (PMTA) and announcement of the 2016 2014 profits surpassing the the PMTA Council. Budget and as reported inDedicated team previous record in 2013 by the media, the Honorable This achievement is a most Prime Minister has signed the Agreement for partialappropriate acknowledgement divestment of shares in Fijiof the dedication and Ports Corporation Ltd.commitment made by the hardworking FPCL team. This brings about a number of opportunities to develop Fiji The gala evening, held as a transshipment hub withat the Sheraton Convention internationally recognisedCentre on Denarau Island, collaborations.31st October, was attendedby a total of 20 FPCL Holding the FBE Achievement Award, FPCL CEO, Mr Vajira Piyasena (centre) Thank yourepresentatives from Suva, celebrates the occasion with FPCL staff and FSHIL invitees with (5th from left) CFO, We are looking forward toLautoka and Levuka port Mr Shyman Reddy and (3rd from right) COO, Mr Eranda Kotelawala.facilities, as well as invited another year of challengesstaff from subsidiary Fiji 2%. It is expected that the Global arena and change with confidence.Ships & Heavy Industries Ltd subsidiary company will As CEO, I have had the I am convinced that the FPCL(FSHIL). continue to meet its financial team is equal to the tasks targets. privilege of contributing at ahead, just as this year’sStrong growth the international level, at the achievements have been made This year, the presentation Regional involvement Ports Logistics Development possible by your hard work The year began with Forum, in Shanghai, China; and dedication. Thank you, all.to Government of another the 29th Internationalrecord dividend cheque for FPCL and FPTL hosting Association of Ports and I take this opportunity$3.7million for the 2014 His Excellency President Harbours (IAPH) World to thank our Chairman, thefinancial year represents the Baron Waqa of Nauru and Ports Conference, Hamburg, Board of Directors and the during the year FPCL and Germany and the Maritime Ministry of Public Enterprises FSHIL continued to meet the for their support and guidance. Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year. Vajira Piyasena. FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED 1

Significant achievements in Finance DepartmentONE of the most significant “There is no business model forward to the tariff increase FPCL CFO, Mr Shyman Reddy.financial achievements in that would support this as improving the provision of2015 for Fiji Ports Corporation a sustainable way of doing up-to-date facilities,” said Mr functions, to facilitateLtd is the revised tariff business,” said Mr Reddy. Reddy. informed, key decisions. Itapproval by the Fiji Commerce is anticipated that the newCommission. FPCL has been able to Another significant platform will go ‘live’ from the maintain its profitability by achievement is the 01st January 2016, following FPCL Chief Financial making loan reductions and strengthening of the middle appropriate training duringOfficer, Mr Shyman Reddy, saving the cost of interest, for management tier within December for all Heads ofsaid the Corporation example. But the profits from FPCL that took place with the Departments,” said Mr Reddy.welcomed this approval that core operations have been appointments of Managertook effect from 24th August diminishing. The increased Finance and Manager IT, who2015. tariff rates will allow for the are both playing key roles in reversal of this trend. critical functions that support “The previous tariff approval FPCL’s core operation.was in 2009 and prior to that, As an infrastructure-basedone took place in 2001.The company, the two greatest Also, the invoice functionsincrease in 2009 was only 50% costs are the cost of borrowing for the overseas vessels wereof what the Corporation had to build infrastructure and the automated during the year,requested. That translated depreciation on the capital with a refining of the processinto eight years of an expenditure undertaken. currently underway.unsustainable, less than onepercent, annual increase. Two “In essence, the reduction “Extensive work has alsocore charges, dockage and of this cost over the past been carried out to revampwharfage, have not changed few years has increased the Financial Reportingsince 2001, a staggering 14 FPCL’s profitability, but it also Platform. This will provideyears. implies that our development extremely detailed information work is overdue. FPCL looks about different departmentPilot services FPCL piloting services play a crucial role in Fiji’s cargo “Pilots are able to enter data directlyreceive a boost and cruise ship industries. into the system. Instead of waiting for pilots to complete their paperwork,PILOTING services provided by Fiji Piloting operations are focused on the Executive Management has direct accessPorts Corporation Ltd (FPCL) have Ports of Suva, Lautoka and Malau. to this information.”been enhanced with the addition ofexperienced manpower in the Pilots Captain Gonewai said that the Captain Gonewai said that the patrolDepartment. introduction of software to automate boat, Dausasamaki was playing a vital some aspects of the piloting operation role in the daily monitoring of vessels “This boosts our available workforce was a welcome development. anchored in the Suva Harbour.to four senior pilots, two pilots and twotrainees. Captain Pauliasi Vakaloloma and “We are enforcing our policies on oilCaptain Eroni Tupua are in the process of pollution and garbage disposal withgaining their Pilot Class 3 qualification and these vessels and also checking that theywe expect the new trainees to have their remain manned with crew members onPractice Licenses by the end of the year,” board. The ships’ owners and/or agentssaid FPCL Acting Harbour Master, Captain are aware they will be penalised for anyLaisiasa Gonewai. breaches of these policies because we hold regular meetings with them,” he said.New marine fenders for Lautoka Port The Port of Lautoka.NEW marine fenders are expected to be put in place at the Portof Lautoka early next year. Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd (FPCL) Port Engineer, Mr RonaldSue, said that not only are the fenders on the older section ofthe wharf nearing the end of their life expectancy, but also threewere damaged earlier this year by the floating dock. “We are also investigating the possibility of purchasingadditional fenders for the Kings Wharf at the Port of Suva. Witha reserve stock of replacement fenders, it would be possible tostill protect the wharf while existing fenders are removed formaintenance, without hindering the berthing of vessels,” saidMr Sue.2 FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED

Successful ISO audit for Collaborative review to developFSHIL competitive edge SETTING and maintaining regional and international standards is of the utmost importance if Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd (FPCL) is to continue developing its competitive edge as a regional hub. Chief Operations Officer, Mr Eranda Kotelawala, who joined the Corporation a mere six and a half FPCL COO, months ago said that it had been Mr Eranda Kotelawala. an exciting time, reviewing all aspects of the Corporation’s operations and departments to ensure that FPCL is on courseThe new-look FSHIL has been endorsed by quality auditors. to achieve this aim, while progressing to an even higher levelTHE ISO Quality Management Electricity Authority (FEA) and of performance.System Auditors, who carried Land and Water Resourceout a rigorous assessment of Management (LWRM). “In an initiative that owes much to the guidance of FPCLFiji Ships & Heavy Industries(FSHIL) 16th -18th November, “FSHIL has an excellent CEO, Mr Vajira Piyasena, the past six months has seen ahave advised that they will regional reputation and wordprovide their audit report to of our services and standards collaborative effort to review all aspects of FPCL, which hasSri Lanka Standards Institute has recently brought a vessel(SLSI), an officially recognised from America to the FSHIL indicated areas where changes would be beneficial and FPCLaccreditation body. slipway - a testimony to our services as vessels from the is poised to implement these in 2016.” “This is a significant United States are surveyedachievement and that is the under the American Coast “Change always brings new challenges and FPCL has toresult of the effort made by Guard standards.everyone working at FSHIL,” comply with international regulatory conventions to operate.said Mr Lopeti Radravu, FSHIL “FSHIL adheres to theOperations Manager. International Association We cannot be complacent, but seek always to improve and be of Classification Societies “We have successfully (IACS) standards, a better than the required standard,” said Mr Kotelawala.met our financial targets professional Accreditedand the Heavy Industries Certification Body that Security compliance at Portsarm of the business has complies with ISO-IECalso seen growth, enhanced 17021:2006 for Ship-Repair THIS has been a year ofby the recent maintenance & Ship-Refit, of which Fiji is successful compliance withand fabrication agreements, a member country,” said Mr. the International Ships andrespectively, with the Fiji Radravu. Ports Security (ISPS) Code with no adverse reportsKeeping green in or security breaches atProperty Department Fiji’s international Ports of Entry, according to Fiji PortsFIJI Ports Corporation Ltd contractor has been engaged Corporation Ltd (FPCL) Senior International standards of security at(FPCL) Acting Manager, to collect, and recycle waste Port Facility Security Officer, all Ports of Entry are essential to Fiji’sProperty, Mr Dinesh Lingam, paper generated at Muaiwalu Captain Jeke Vakararawa, economy.said that the Department has House, ” said Mr Lingam. with the Ports Facilitiesreviewed the process of paper Security Plan, approved by the ISPS Code, the OHS anddisposal. A green solution for paper disposal at the Maritime Safety Authority Safety Laws and safely follow Muaiwalu House. of Fiji (MSAF) in July 2014, the Port Traffic Flow Plan, the “After information is also being implemented FPCL Security Department isuploaded into the Document successfully throughout 2015 busy ensuring that all partiesManagement System, it is intending to use or continuenot always necessary to keep Other highlights for this using the port facilities forhard copies. We investigated year include hosting the commercial purposes havedisposal methods in keeping Chairman of the Nauru up-to-date licences, as partwith the FPCL Environmental Port Authority for a briefing of the FPCL Security Policy,”Policy, while maintaining on the ISPS Code, taking a said Captain Vakararawa.security of confidential lead role in the follow-upmaterial. As a result, a audit at the Solomon Island Maritime Safety Authority and participating in the initial Honiara Port audit and the follow-up audit of the Solomon Island Maritime Academy. “To give us confidence and assurance that all port users understand the provisions of FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED 3

Training update Important discussions during StrategicBenefits of OHS training Planning Workshop FPCL CEO, Mr Vajra Piyasena, emphasises a Ministry of Employment Productivity and point during the workshop. THE day-and-a half StrategicIndustries Relations Training Officer, Mr Planning Workshop heldVishal Anand conducted training for Fiji Ports 13th and 14th NovemberCorporation Ltd (FPCL) and Fiji Ports Terminal at Muaiwalu House gaveLtd (FPTL) employees, as having a framework ample opportunity forfor managing Occupational Health and Safety discussions on the ten goals(OHS) in the workplace is essential. on the agenda, with guest speakers, discussion panelsInternal Customer Service Training and presentations made by More than 50 employees of Fiji Ports Executive Management.Corporation Ltd, (FPCL) Fiji Ships & Heavy HR highlights for 2015 FPCL HR Manager, MrIndustries Ltd (FSHIL) and Fiji Ports Terminal Jiovilisi Biukoto, said thatLtd (FPTL) attended Internal Customer Service (L-R) Ms Caroline Sorby, Admin Assistant Corporate Services, this achievement had beenTraining conducted by Mr Warwick McCormack, Ms Mele Moala, Safety Assistant, Ms Lusiana Rawaqa, made possible as a result ofDirector of Learnfast, New Zealand. Training Assistant, Mr Anare Leweniqila, Human Capital completing the corporation- Services Officer, Mr Jiovilisi Biukoto, Manager, Human wide, job description and KeyFire wardens at FSHIL Resources, Ms Adi Mate Turagabeci, Receptionist, Mr Aisea Performance Indicators (KPIs) Lagi, HR Coordinator, Ms Litia Nalukuya, Public Relations development exercise.Eighteen Fiji Ships & Heavy Industries Support Staff and Mr Maikeli Vosaki, HR Support Staff. “Our success as aLtd (FSHIL) fire wardens completed annual THE introduction of the revamped Department can be Performance Management System (PMS) for measured by the reductiontraining with the National Fire Authority, as all Fiji Ports Corporation (FPCL) employees in disciplinary cases and the was the highlight of the year for the Human fact that most of these canrequired by the Health and Safety at Work Act Resources Department. be resolved in-house. The few cases appearing before(HASAWA). OHS training. the Employment Relations Tribunal have been found in favour of FPCL because of our thorough documentation process, ” said Mr Biukoto.Nauru Port Authority FPCL supports Flying Fijian’s campaign A busy year for IT Teamstaff on attachmentFPCL Senior Port Facility Security Officer, Captain (L-r) Mr Tony Thorp, General Manager, Fiji Rugby Union (L-r) FPCL Network Administrator, Mr Elvin Nand andJeke Vakararawa, conducting ISPS Code awareness and Mr John Gregory Mckee, FRU Head Coach, Fiji IT Manager, Mr Akeef Khan, discuss network security.training. National Team present FPCL CEO, Mr Vajira Piyasena with a Certiifcate of Appreciation for the corporation’s con- MR Akeef Khan, FPCL IT Manager, saidFIVE employees of the Nauru Port tribution in support of the Vodafone Flying Fijians’ Rugby endpoint security measures have beenAuthority spent four days with World Cup campaign. completed and antivirus software is inFiji Ports Authority (FPCL) under place to protect all Fiji Ports Corporationthe mentorship of Captain Jeke Vinaka vakalevu Ltd computers, work on upgradingVakararawa, FPCL Senior Port Facility to our families all servers is almost complete, asSecurity Officer, who conducted best is streamlining financial reportingpractice training in the International THE FPCL and FSHIL Family Sports Day processes at Suva Port.Ships and Ports Security Code (ISPS) took place at Furnival Park on Saturday “The cabling restructure at Lautokaand Safety. 28th November, followed by a thanksgiving Port has been completed and an IT service at Jubilee Hall on Sunday 29th. Asset Register has been completed. A The attaches also had the comprehensive IT Audit was conductedopportunity to observe the efficient The annual event is an opportunity for by CryptoGen Private Ltd focusing on ITstevedoring taking place at Fiji Ports the employees of both organisations to say investment, governance and security,”Terminal Ltd. a ”thank you,” to their families for all their said Mr Khan. support.4 FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED

VOLUME 27 THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED J anuar y - M A R C H 2 0 1 6FPCL shares agreement signed - 80% Fijian ownedOn the 5th November 2015, to Fiji Roads Authority for the realignment of the road andthe Fijian Government bridge at Stinson Parade, Suva. Minister for Public Enterprisesdivested 59% of the shares in Hon. Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum said the Government’sFiji Ports Corporation Limited objective for the divestiture is to secure the partnership of(FPCL) at a value of more than a long term investor in FPCL that would contribute to theFJ$100 million. development and growth of FPCL’s asset base andThe legal agreements were continue the improvement of Fiji’s sea ports, including theirsigned by the Prime Minister expansion, modernisation and development of specialisedof Fiji, Honourable Josaia facilities.Voreqe Bainimarama, and “This divestiture promises to make FPCL more profitablethe consortium comprising and efficient, and will ensure that international bestrepresentatives of FNPF and Continued on page 2Sri Lankan company Aitken (L - r) FNPF Directors, Mr Sashi Singh and Mr Tom Ricketts; the Prime Minister, Hon.Spence PLC, for the partial Voreqe Bainimarama; Acting Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Enterprises, Mrdivestiture. Shaheen Ali and Senior Legal Official, Ms Tracey Wong at the signing of the shares agreement.The Hon. Prime Minister while FNPF will own 39% than FJ$100 million for 59%said that the transaction is and Aitken Spence PLC 20%. of the shares in FPCL. Thea great step forward in the Following the divestment, consortium of FNPF and AitkenGovernment’s asset sale 80% of the shares in FPCL will Spence will pay FJ$99,112,330,divestments. remain Fijian owned. and the Government will alsoGovernment will maintain Under the agreements, receive approximately FJ$3.341% of the shares in FPCL, Government will receive more million from the sale of landCyclone Winston damage report Timely bonus for FPCL/FSHIL teamsWith winds reportedly An aerial view of Levuka Port showing the capsized vessel.reaching more than 300 (Photo: The Japan Times.) FPCL and FSHIL staff show the Attorney General, Honourablekilometres an hour, Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyum, their appreciation for their bonusthe Category 5 Tropical A designated team is working to prevent this payments.Cyclone Winston struck happening.Fiji on Saturday 20th Coming two days before Christmas, theFebruary. At the Port of Lautoka, some roof cladding announcement by the Attorney General, came away, some roller doors were damaged Honourable Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyum, of the By the end of the and the canopied area on a shed was damaged. $256,0084.80 bonus payment to employeesfollowing week, all of Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd (FPCL) andreports were in regarding In comparison, there was very little damage at subsidiary Fiji Ships & Heavy Industriesdamage to Fiji Ports the FPCL Suva facilities where some skylights on Ltd (FSHIL) was greeted with gratitude andCorporation Ltd (FPCL) older buildings gave way at Muaiwalu I wharf. appreciation by the 206 recipients. Registeredproperty. Relief Workers (RRWs) as well as contract staff benefitted from the bonus payout. The worst hit facilitywas the Port of Levuka. The bonus is in recognition of the hard workHere, a local inter-island carried out by employees that saw the twororo vessel capsized at companies performing above expectations.the wharf, while the wallsand roof of half of thecustoms shed collapsed.There is the possibilitythat this weight will pulldown the remaining half. FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED 1

Improving efficiency at FPCLThe ongoing transition away from being Scanning will be extended to all vehicles entering the port. levels as the analysis of accurate,paper based to digitisation by Fiji Ports real-time data is essential to take wellCorporation Ltd (FPCL) is part of the state of the art scanning facility. Security informed decision making and accurateCorporation’s drive to improve efficiency will also be enhanced by the extended planning,” said Mr Kotelawala.and productivity through adoption of CCTV system that is being put in place.technology “These changes and improvements FPCL Chief Operating Officer, Mr all contribute to improving our efficiencyKotelawala, said that plans are underwayfor a vessel traffic management systemfor FPCL for better control of all vesselsmaneuvering in the port of Suva. The collection and analysis of portuser data has now been made possibleby the issuing of new ID security passesby FPCL to licensed port users and theirdesignated employees. These ID passescontain a bar code that can be scanned, anew security feature that allows for datacollection and information analysis. Scanning will soon be extended to allvehicles entering the ports through aDigital data developments at FSHILThe move by Fiji Ships & Heavy Department has introducedIndustries Ltd (FSHIL) towards greaterreliance on data entry rather than paper software that makesrecords has made it possible to correctlycapture the true cost of any job, with recruitment decisionsany item of inventory issued by Storescharged to the relevant, unique job objectively measurable,number. with job descriptions and The fine-tuning of a system to correctlyrecord and charge labour costs to a minimal qualificationsspecific job number will soon be rolledout by the FSHIL Accounts Department. entered into the matrix. The biometric system introduced in Individual additional2015 is used to record work attendanceis linked to the payroll facility, reducing competencies and Exploring a development framework for a Performance Managementpaperwork and ensuring employees qualifications are also System: (l – r) FPCL COO, Mr Eranda Kotelawala, FSHIL Operationsreceive the correct allowances. A daily or entered. It is then possible Manager, Mr Lopeti Ravai, FSHIL Human Resources Officer, Ms Makeretaweekly report can be generated to assist to rank candidates Taoi, Mr Saiyad Raiyum, Business Development Manager, Maxumise,Heads of Department monitor their staff. according to their strengths FSHIL Works Manager, Mr Rajnesh Kumar, FSHIL Senior Estimator, Mr Navitalai Ratukalou and FSHIL Accountant, Mr Ashneel Chand. The FSHIL Human Resources and suitability for any advertised position. understand in advance what aspects Following the recent completion of of his or her performance will be the Job Evaluation exercise, FSHIL is measured and how this measurement exploring a development framework for a will be monitored. performance management system that is All of these innovations allow for more aligned with FSHIL’s strategic direction. detailed analysis of data, an invaluable The goal is to have each employee planning tool.Continued from page 1 have experience in port all land interests will remain productivity by 60%, improved management, they also with the Fijian Government. vessel turnaround time bypractices, processes and have a proven track record 33% and increased net profitsystems will be introduced in Fiji where they have Aitken Spence has by 49.5%, amounting to anthat will position Fiji’s ports already helped improve the been recognised for three increase in net profits toas regional and international performance of Fiji Ports consecutive years by Forbes FJ$2,773,235, in its first yearhubs,” Minister Sayed- Terminal Limited. as one of the most successful of operations.Khaiyum said. publicly-traded companies FPCL will transfer all with annual sales under FNPF is Fiji’s largest The Minister described real estate to a government US$1 billion outside of the financial institution, with totalAitken Spence as a credible holding company, which in United States. It has been a assets valued at FJ$4.9 billion.investor with a stellar turn will lease the assets partner in Fiji Ports Terminalinternational reputation. Not necessary for port operations Limited since August 2013.only does the organisation back to FPCL. Ownership of In that time, it has increased2 FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED

The FSHIL ISO journey clean and better organisation documents were aligned with of stores. the ISO 9001: 2008 Standard.FSHIL Assistant Storeman, Mr Luke Nasetava, checks stock in the reorganised,colour-coded storeroom. By the time the audit took The auditors inspected place, the stores department all FSHIL departments toThe three-day evaluation FSHIL Operations Manager, had been completely ensure that the documentedof Fiji Ships & Heavy Mr Lopeti Radravu. reorganised, labeled and procedures were beingIndustries by senior auditors colour-coded. This has made followed and evidence offrom Sri Lanka Standard The journey began mid- it easier for the store-men to procedures documentedInstitute (SLSI) was ”eagerly 2012, when FPCL CEO, Mr access parts in a shorter time were followed and evidenceanticipated” by management Vajira Piyasena established period. of complete works verified,and staff alike. a steering committee and signed and filed. training in the first phase in Another major development “This evaluation was the the process, the 5S Concept, resulting from the ISO journey The facilities have alsoculmination of three years took place. This saw a change has been the reduction of received attention, with ahard work getting FSHIL ready in attitudes to ‘housekeeping’, OHS incidents since the programme underway tofor ISO implementation,” said with work sites being kept introduction of the Risk improve all changing rooms, Assessment process prior to the re-concreting of the beginning any scope of works. driveway has been completed and a water catchment for “The data bears this recycling water has been out. Twelve incidents were installed. reported in 2013, seven in 2014 and three in 2015,” said To ensure the safety of Mr Radravu. clients and stakeholders using FSHIL facilities, new OHS & During their visit last Environment signboards have November, the auditors been installed. undertook a thorough scrutiny of all documentation, such as “We are now keen to see the manuals, policies, objectives results of the audit, which will and departmental work be released very soon,” said procedures, to ensure all such Mr Radravu.FPCL tariffs clarified place in 2001. “We also wanted greater transparency; for stakeholders to beFiji Ports Corporation Ltd (FPCL) Chief Financial Officer, MrShyman Reddy, has met with customers and maritime industry aware of FPCL tariffs and to question and seek clarity if otherstakeholders to clarify FPCL tariffs. charges seem excessive.” Mr Reddy said that his presentation, ‘Know Your Import and An analysis of the tariff increases shows that had FPCLExport Charges’, at the workshop hosted by the Fiji Commerce increased charges by 6% every two years, the resulting tariffsCommission (FCC), was an opportunity for all concerned to gain would be well in excess of the tariff applicable now.an understanding of why tariffs have increased and what exactlyare the FPCL charges. “It was also an opportunity to inform participants that the only FPCL charge having a direct impact on traders is the Wharfage “This workshop follows the August 2015 FCC approval of charge, and only 35% of the total wharfage charge. For a 20FTFPCL tariff increases. We felt it was necessary to explain to our container, the only component of the Terminal Handling Chargecustomers that these increases are long overdue. The most attributed to FPCL’s tariff is Wharfage of $24.50.recent FPCL tariff determination was in 2009 (where only someFPCL charges were revised), with the one before that taking “All other charges are levied against the ship. Whilst these may eventually be passed onto the importers and exporters, it has to be done via adjustment to freight, which is something that is subject to competitive market forces,” said Mr Reddy. Note: Dockage and Wharfage Charges: Projected at 6% every 2 years FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED 3

FPCL thanks customers Staff supports cyclone victimsWhen Fiji Ports Corporation Limited (FPCL) customersresponded to the FPCL Online Customer Survey conductedtowards the end of 2015, each company was entered in a drawas an appreciation for their participation. The three winning companies, Venu Shipping Ltd, Sea PilotsLtd and Goundar Shipping Ltd, each received a $100 giftvoucher. The customer survey not only gives clients the opportunity tovoice their opinions, it also makes it possible for FPCL to buildon strengths, implement changes and develop strategies toaddress customers’ comments and suggestions.FPCL CEO, Mr Vajira Piyasena draws the three winners, while (left) FPCL COO, Mr FPCL staff organise the donations to cyclone victims for distribution by DISMAC.Eranda Kotelawala and (right) Business Manager, Maximise, Fiji, Mr Saiyad Raiyumlook on. We are pleased that we have had no reports of bodily harm to any of our staff or their families, but our thoughts and prayers are with those who are suffering from the impact of Tropical Cyclone Winston. In the aftermath of TC Winston, the staff of Fiji Ports Corporation Ltd (FPCL) rallied in support of the thousands of Fijians left homeless, collecting food and other useful household items. Mr Anare Leweniqila, FPCL Human Capital Services Office, said that these donations have been given to DISMAC for distribution where they will be of most use.Environmental discussion forumThe practice of good environmental management. Dr Dick Watling, Principal, Environmental Consultants,management is a corporate responsibility Although many of the issues discussed Fiji (standing) takes note of comments by FPCL Seniorthat also has implications for the Port Facility Security Officer, Capt Jeke Vakarawaraoccupational health and safety of Fiji Ports are already included in the FPCL (left) at the forum.Corporation Ltd (FPCL) and Fiji Ports Environmental Policy, the participantsTerminal Ltd (FPTL) employees. raised and prioritised the issues they As a result of the forum, an Action Plan consider important. is being developed to address areas that Thirty FPCL and FPTL employees were seen to need improvement.participated in a one-day discussion These included the environmentalforum, facilitated by Dr Dick Watling, impact of daily activities at the Ports ofPrincipal, Environmental Consultants, Suva and Lautoka, the need to clarifyFiji, as part of the ongoing improvements the environmental responsibilities of allby FPCL and FPTL to environmental port users and ways in which current practices could be improved.Dredging Lautoka harbour Vanuatu Ferry in for repairs Fresh start for Zhong RongWith 42% of Fiji’s imports and exports The fishing vessel Zhong Rong reversespassing through the Port of Lautoka, off the slipway after three days ofmaintaining access for international intensive water blasting and paintingcargo vessels is a necessity. Dredging work by Fiji Ships and Heavy Industriesbuilt up silt from the harbour floor is an Ltd.essential part of this. The Vanuatu Ferry. The Vanuatu Ferry on the Fiji Ships & Heavy Industry Ltd (FSHIL) slipway for nine days of repair and refurbishment work. In the foreground can be seen the FSHIL newly concreted yard.A dredge at work in Lautoka Harbour earlier this year. Fishing vessel, Zhong Rong.4 FIJI PORTS CORPORATION LIMITED