At WOLID International Ltd, we offer sound Owner’s Protective Agency (OPA) services to protect ship owners’ and charterers’ interests during port calls in Nigeria. As your representative, our duty is to remain independent of charterers or cargo interests, ensuring transparency, safe ship operation, and cost-effectiveness of every operation.

We offer decades of operational background, a wide network of maritime acquaintances, and integrity-based service. Our OPA services are perfect for shipowners seeking independent monitoring, reporting, and assurance amidst port stays or operations in Nigeria.

Independent Oversight at Nigerian Ports

WOLID’s OPA team takes care of your ship’s interests while it’s in port, ensuring charterers, terminal operators, and service providers are always in compliance with all agreed terms and industry expectations.

Our services include:

• 24/7 monitoring of port operations
• Representation in the port on your behalf
• Coordination of loading, discharging, and bunkering
• Audit of port costs and disbursements
• Real-time alert of delays, incidents, or changes
• Impartial and timely reporting

Our mission is to offer shipowners complete peace of mind that their vessel is professionally managed and that costs are under control and transparent.

Services Included Under OPA Representation

Our Owner’s Protective Agency services are professional and customized to your port call. Key areas include:

• Arrival Coordination: Master liaison and port authorities coordination to facilitate smooth berthing arrangements and timely pilotage
• Cargo Oversight: Monitoring the accuracy and integrity of cargo operations to prevent delay, damage, or claims
• Port Cost Review: Audit of all local fees, tariffs, and bills to prevent overpayment and unauthorized expense
• Crew Assistance: Arranging crew change, shore passes, and medical visits free from conflict of interest
• Report Compilation: Supplying daily situation reports and post-call summaries with photos and documentation
• Protective Presence: Attending meetings and port inspections as the owner’s ground-level representative

Your Interests, Our Priority

When you employ us as your OPA, we differ from charterers, cargo handlers, or commercial agents. We have a duty to you, the owner. That means:

• No conflict of interest
• Transparency in operations and billing
• Single-minded representation of your vessel and crew
• Proactive identification and mitigation of risks
• Regular communication and reporting.

We bridge the gap for shipowners who are unable to be physically present in Nigeria but want professional hands on the ground. 

Specialist Understanding of The Nigerian Maritime Environment

Nigeria’s ports can be challenging to work with when one lacks local knowledge. WOLID provides:

• Intimate understanding of regulatory procedures at the NPA, NIMASA, Customs, and terminals
• Contacts with local service providers and vendors
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve at speed
• Understanding of cargo handling procedures for project cargo, tankers, RORO, dry bulk, and crude oil

This positions us as your best protective agency ally for any vessel type calling at Nigerian ports.

Why WOLID International Limited?

• 100% dedicated to acting in the shipowner’s best interest.

• Prompt, detailed, and objective updates from the port.

• Personalized presence to monitor all operations.

• Cost auditing and dispute resolution.

• Effective communication with shipowners, managers, and Masters.

We’re your ears and eyes at the dock.

Reliable OPA Services in Nigeria Today

Whatever your interest and vessel requires in Nigerian waters, you can rely on WOLID International Ltd as your dependable maritime partner. With accuracy, integrity, and timely communication, we provide top-notch OPA services.

Call us today: +2347044064866

Email: wolid_idowushipping@yahoo.com 

Have WOLID protect your ship operations in Nigeria—because your interests are worth defending.