Uzotex Bonded Terminal soon to commence operation in Imo State

By Everest Ezihe, Owerri

For the first time in recent history, the people of South East Nigeria and even beyond is going to have a boost in doing both import and export businesses as Uzotex Bonded Terminal expands her business of enhanced logistics infrastructure and ease trade for importers and exporters across the country.

The company will soon commence operation in Ubomiri near Owerri, the Imo State capital to ease the trouble of importers going to Lagos or Port Harcourt for clearing of their goods and services.

This heart warming news was disclosed in a press statement issued over the weekend by Blue Diamond Group in which Uzotex Bonded Terminal is one of her subsidiaries and endorsed by Mr. Festus Mbisiogu, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the global logistics company.

According to Mbisiogu, “we are pleased to formally announce the expansion of Uzotex Bonded Terminal’s operations to the South Eastern region of Nigeria, with the successful establishment of a new bonded terminal in Imo State”.

This strategic development he said, marks a significant milestone in their mission to enhance logistics infrastructure and ease trade for importers and exporters across the country.

The Managing Director who’s a czar in logistics businesses pointed out that their bonded terminal is positioned to reduce transit times, improve cargo handling efficiency, and foster regional economic growth by bringing world-class bonded terminal services closer to importers and exporters in the South East and it’s environ.

He expressed profound gratitude to His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, Executive Governor of Imo State, for his administration’s unwavering commitment to Infrastructural developments and economic transformations.

Mbisiogu further extended special commendation to the State Ministry and Office of the Commissioner for Works, Mr. Ralph Nwosu Esq and his team, for their outstanding professionalism, timely intervention, and technical support throughout the process of seeking for an approval.

“Their efficiency has been instrumental in the realization of this critical investment” he affirmed.

The company also recognizes what they described as the invaluable support of the Nigeria Customs Service under the leadership of Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi and his dedicated management team, whose visionary leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment have continued to strengthen Nigeria’s economic growth and national security.

“Under the guidance of the Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Service has recorded remarkable achievements in trade facilitation, revenue generation, border security, and institutional reforms, while upholding transparency and efficiency.

“The dedication, discipline, and sacrifice of the officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service are deeply commendable and worthy of national and international recognition” they insisted.

The Managing Director further applauded the Comptroller-General and his entire team for their selfless service to the nation and for consistently placing Nigeria’s interest above all else.

“In the same vein, we appreciate the Abia/Imo Area Command, whose officers provided consistent support and collaboration from the project’s inception to its completion, exemplifying the highest standards of national development and service excellence”.

Mbisiogu reiterated that as his company begin this new business chapter in Imo State, he passionately appealed to Ndi Imo, especially those in the diaspora, to consider home as a viable destination for investment.

He re-assured that the state is ripe with opportunities, supported by a government that’s committed to economic progress and a secured, investor-friendly environment.

The business guru further observed that, together, it is possible for them to drive sustainable growth, create employment opportunities, and build a prosperous future for generations to come.