Lagos, Nigeria – On August 9th and 10th, 2023, the bustling city of Lagos will host the 3rd CHINET AviaCargo Conference, bringing together a diverse gathering of aviation and cargo experts in West Africa.
This highly anticipated event aims to foster strategic collaboration and find innovative solutions to overcome the challenge of agro-export rejections faced by Nigeria, a country known for its remarkable agricultural prowess.
Nigeria’s agro-export potential has placed it at the forefront of agricultural production in both Africa and the world. The nation boasts impressive rankings in various agricultural produce, securing positions in the Top 10 for nearly all agricultural products on the continent and globally. Amongst these achievements, Nigeria stands strong at number 3 as one of Africa’s largest carrot and turnip producers and holds the number 5 spot among the Top 10 plantain producers in Africa.
The country proudly holds the number 1 position in Africa for the production of essential commodities such as yam, cassava, shea butter, melon seed, kola nut, cocoyam, and sorghum. Furthermore, it excels as the number 1 cowpea producer in the continent. Globally, Nigeria claims the 4th position in ginger, cocoa beans, and groundnut (with shells), securing the 5th spot in palm oil production, 6th in plantains, 7th in sesame seeds and pineapple, 8th in chillies & pepper, 10th in mangoes, mangosteens, guavas, and 11th in maize.
Despite these impressive accomplishments, Nigeria faces a significant challenge with many of its agro-exports getting rejected by receiving countries due to certification issues. To address this concern and seek a way forward, experts from various sectors, including NAFDAC, SON, NAQS, CUSTOMS, LOGISTICS, AIRLINES, and INSURANCE, will converge at the 3rd CHINET Aviacargo Conference.
The primary goal of this transformative initiative is to brainstorm and strategize on overcoming the issue of rejections and acquiring the necessary certifications. The event will focus on three main themes: transitioning state cargo airports into economic hubs, the crucial role of insurance in aiding exports in Nigeria, and unlocking the logistics barriers to improve agro-product exports.
Cargo insurance will play a significant role in mitigating risks for exporters in Nigeria. With coverage for goods in transit, this insurance will protect against losses due to theft, damage, or accidents during shipping. Such protection will provide exporters with peace of mind and reduce the financial impact of any unfortunate events.
In the quest to unlock logistics barriers and enhance agro-product exports, industry experts will highlight the importance of embracing digital solutions such as IoT devices and blockchain. These technologies will enable real-time tracking of shipments, monitoring of temperature and humidity, and ensuring transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain.
The 3rd CHINET AviaCargo Conference will serve as a one-stop destination for unparalleled expertise and guidance across a diverse range of industries. The carefully curated guest speakers, representing the pinnacle of knowledge and experience, are ready to lead attendees towards excellence and success.
Since its inception three years ago, AviaCargo has been instrumental in transforming the fortunes of the region, inspiring other areas to follow suit in their pursuit of economic excellence.
As the conference draws near, participants and attendees eagerly anticipate the potential of strategic planning, collaborative efforts, and a shared vision to soar high, elevating Nigeria’s agro-export industry to new heights of success.
