GTI launches state of the art ‘Talent development centre’ on its campus

Oct. 23, 2008 - PRLog -- To speed the momentum of developing world class workforce, GTI has established the ‘Talent development centre’- a fully equipped, state of the art training facility on its campus. This center was inaugurated by Mr. Dinesh Lal, Director- Gateway Terminals India. Also present on the occasion were Jose Santiago, Regional HR Head, APMT and Robert Tetteroo, Regional Head-Training & Development, APMT.

Set on the GTI campus, the training centre is designed to provide hands on experience of work in the terminal environment for developing world-class maritime professionals. It houses automated systems, latest Audio Video systems, 2 Training rooms having total seating capacity of 55 people and an IT training laboratory. Designed in vibrant colors, this facility provides motivating ambience to facilitate learning.

“At GTI we believe in bringing out the best in people by providing modern training facilities and programs,” said Arvind Bhatnagar, GTI’s CEO. “This training centre is designed to further equip and develop the talent into a world-class workforce”

“The Talent development centre is a model training institution in the shipping and logistics industry. We look forward to further empower and develop cutting edge professionals through the unique trainings provided here,” said Prakash Tulsiani, COO, GTI.

The launch of this centre reinstates GTI’s commitment to the development of the maritime industry in India.
GTI Talent Development Centre- Key Highlights!
•   World-class Simulator training tool for all the 3 crane types- RMQC, RMG and RTG
•   Experienced staff- Sr. Manager & 14 trainers responsible for developing Managerial, Behavioral and Technical competence
•   Operational equipment trainings
•   Lasher Training with Anchor Wands fall arrestor usage
•   Terminal transport trainings for Tractor Trailer drivers
•   Container Lasher Training
•   RTG basic Operators Training
•   Defensive Driving for GTI Contracted vehicle drivers
•   Enhancement plus Refresher Programs for QC, RMG, RTG Crane operators for upgrading their Skills
•   Soft Skills Programs- supervisory & executive development, Communication skills, team building, situational leadership, motivational and interpersonal skill building

# # #

_______________________________________________________
Gateway Terminals India Pvt. Ltd
Gateway Terminals India (GTI), part of APM Terminals’ Global Terminal Network, is a Joint Venture between APM Terminals and CONCOR. The facility, India’s largest container terminal, is an exemplary model of successful Public/Private Partnership and terminal operation efficiency. GTI is strategically located at Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), India’s premier gateway port, serving the commercial and financial hub of Mumbai.
www.gatewayterminals.com

APM Terminals
APM Terminals is a leading global container terminal owner and operator providing world-class service to over 60 shipping lines with a Global Terminal Network of more than 50 terminals in 31 countries and on five continents. APM Terminals is a member of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group of Denmark and is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands. www.apmterminals.com