Monrovia, Liberia — [October 17, 2025] — APM Terminals Liberia and the Dock Staff Union of Liberia (DOWUL) have signed a brand new Collective Bargaining Settlement (CBA), signaling renewed collaboration and dedication to improved working circumstances on the Freeport of Monrovia.
In remarks following the signing, the Managing Director of APM Terminals Liberia, Mr Rachid Baho expressed appreciation to the management of the Dock Staff Union and all different stakeholders for his or her involvement all through the method.
“We’re happy that each events have reached a good and forward-looking settlement that prioritizes our workforce and helps the operational excellence of the Freeport of Monrovia.
“This milestone reaffirms our dedication to sustaining sturdy labor relations and driving sustainable financial impression in Liberia. We’re dedicated to being good employers and we’re dedicated to defending all our workers. That’s the assure that we may give,” the corporate mentioned.
“We additionally stay dedicated to creating the Freeport of Monrovia a premier port. The potential of this port can solely be unlocked if we work along with our workers, the NPA, and all related stakeholders,” the assertion added.
DOWUL President Common, Mr. Ballah Kpadeh, described the settlement as a milestone for employees.
“We’re comfortable to be a part of this historic day. We hope that each facet of this settlement might be fulfilled by each events. We’re grateful to our workforce who stood by us and we need to guarantee the administration of APM Terminals that we’re able to work collectively and cooperate with you,” Mr. Kpadeh mentioned.
The signing ceremony occurred on the headquarters of the Nationwide Port Authority (NPA) in Monrovia and was witnessed by a number of key stakeholders, together with the NPA Managing Director, Hon. Sekou Dukuly, who praised each events for finalizing the CBA by dialogue and mutual understanding.
“This settlement units the stage for a way all future bargaining agreements will go. We firmly consider that it’s genuine, taking into consideration the pursuits of each events, significantly the employees. We’re very proud because the Nationwide Port Authority to be related,” Hon. Dukuly said.
“We’re additionally significantly comfortable that all through the method, the federal government has come to know the function of APM Terminals, what they do, and what they provide. I need to thank the MD of APM Terminals and his crew, in addition to the Dock Staff Union, for what has been a really respectful negotiation. This can be a good day for us all,” he added.
The Managing Director of APM Terminals additional said that the CBA marks an necessary step ahead in strengthening cooperation and making certain the very best circumstances for each workers and operations.
“The CBA displays our shared dedication to selling mutual respect, open dialogue, and a secure, inclusive office,” Mr Baho added.
“By way of this CBA, we reaffirm our concentrate on constructing a optimistic working surroundings the place workers really feel valued, heard, and empowered to contribute to the long-term success of the Port.”
He proceeded to thank APM Terminals Liberia’s companions, significantly the Managing Director of the Nationwide Port Authority (NPA), the Commissioner Common of the Liberia Income Authority (LRA), the Minister of Finance and Improvement Planning, and the Minister of Labor for his or her steering and constructive engagement all through the method.
