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Jun 17, 2018 News
Ramps Logistics might have its roots in Trinidad and Tobago, but when it comes to its operations in Guyana, it is fully committed to putting locals first. This is according to the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Shaun Rampersad.
During his interview with Kaieteur News, the Trinidadian national said that when the entity started in 2013, it only had two Guyanese. Today, it now boasts of 120 young Guyanese professionals who have been able to place themselves firmly in the oil and gas logistical mainstream.
Rampersad noted that the company which is located on Brickdam, is also 100 percent managed by locals. The Chief Operating Officer explained that his focus has always been to push those young individuals in his employ to exceed their expectations while helping to build their capacity with the necessary training exercises.
Rampersad also sought to address criticisms in the media that his company is being favoured for contracts tendered by USA oil giant, ExxonMobil. The Chief Operating Officer noted that the company has not only sought to put Guyanese first but also the delivery of services at international standards.
In support of his colleague, Operations Manager of Ramps Logistics, Richard De Nobrega, said that the company is one that stands out because of its unique ability to consistently respond to the needs of its clients as well as the industry. He stressed that he does not believe that there has been any instance of preferential treatment.
Rampersad said that Ramps Logistics has never had cause to approach ExxonMobil for funding for its start up operations or at any time for that matter.
The two officials were also asked to explain how they go about tendering for projects needed by ExxonMobil.
De Nobrega said, “ExxonMobil has a wonderful Centre for local development and the jobs needed are announced via that medium. The centre is really helpful in putting that out and reaching out to the companies which provide the services they need. All you need to do is register just as we have done with the centre…”
The Operations Manager also noted that the centre has been able to ensure that Ramps Logistics benefits from capacity building exercises. He said that these have been in the areas of procurement and resource management.
Both De Nobrega and Rampersad boasted how the company has been able to build a cadre of young Guyanese who are efficient and professional in matters of oil and gas logistics. They confidently stated that with the strength of its Guyanese team, the company is technically sound and competitive.
In 2015, Ramps Logistics was granted a unique opportunity by ExxonMobil to provide customs brokerage, handling and shipping as well as managing their shore-base operations both in Trinidad and Guyana. It also provides personnel to work and coordinate the logistics operations on ExxonMobil’s offshore rig operations.
Company officials explained that they have worked with ExxonMobil through three major deep-water drilling operations which include the Liza One Project.
Managing the offshore logistics and shorebases for ExxonMobil in both Trinidad and Guyana, has played a significant part in the company achieving several local and regional awards. These include: A 2017 Award from the Guyana Shipping Association for Advancement of Local Content; and the Exporter of the Year Award in 2017 from Trinidad and Tobago.
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