NICK TC SCAN (GAMBIA) LTD

Banjul, The Gambia – Tuesday, 19th August 2025 : Nick TC-Scan (Gambia) Ltd, the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), and the Gambia Transport Union held a high-level meeting to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in trade facilitation today: eTracking device overstays. The session was productive and engaging, demonstrating the shared commitment of all parties to ensure smooth cargo movement, fair enforcement, and stronger trust between transport operators, customs officers, and service providers. Why eTracking Overstay Alerts Matter Nick TC-Scan’s eTracking system has modernized trade in The Gambia, giving authorities real-time visibility into cargo movement across the country. However, recent months have seen recurring alerts about devices overstaying their approved timelines. Drivers reported delays caused by vehicle breakdowns, while our monitoring officers, and customs officers raised concerns about potential misuse or unauthorized stops. This friction created uncertainty and slowed trade—a problem all stakeholders agreed needed a practical solution. A Balanced Solution: Fairness Meets Accountability The meeting resulted in a clear, fair agreement: ✅ Genuine Breakdowns: If a driver overstays due to an actual vehicle breakdown, Nick TC-Scan and GRA monitoring officers will verify the incident. Once confirmed, no overstay charges will apply. ✅ Unjustified Overstays: If an overstay is unjustified or unrelated to a breakdown, drivers will be liable for the standard fine, ensuring compliance and fairness. This approach protects law-abiding drivers while discouraging deliberate misuse, strengthening integrity across the trade system. What This Means for The Gambia’s Trade Sector This collaborative initiative delivers multiple benefits: Stronger Partnerships: Enhanced cooperation between service providers, customs authorities, and the Transport Union. Fairness for Drivers: Ensures drivers are not penalized for circumstances beyond their control. Improved Efficiency: Real-time monitoring helps reduce smuggling, delays, and revenue leakage. By balancing accountability with fairness, all stakeholders are contributing to a faster, safer, and more transparent trade environment. Looking Ahead Nick TC-Scan (Gambia) Ltd remains committed to: Supporting GRA in achieving revenue protection goals. Collaborating with the Gambia Transport Union to ensure smooth cargo movement. Leveraging eTracking technology to safeguard the nation’s trade corridors. Together, these efforts are shaping a system where innovation meets integrity, and every stakeholder benefits from a fair, efficient, and transparent trade ecosystem.

Nick TC-Scan (Gambia) Ltd. is proud to announce the successful conclusion of a 3-days Orientation Program on 7th August 2025, leading to the promotion of four dedicated team members to the role of Scanning Marshalls at our Scanning Unit in Banjul Port. These individuals, who previously served as Security Officers, have now taken on a more technical and strategic role within our operations. This transition not only highlights their personal growth and commitment but also reflects our company’s mission to foster upward mobility and internal capacity development. A Strategic Move Toward Empowerment At a time when there were no ongoing requirements for Security Officers, rather than initiating layoffs, our leadership made a bold and socially responsible decision: retrain and promote. By transitioning these roles into the critical function of Scanning Marshalls, we are not only preserving jobs but also equipping our staff with valuable skills that contribute meaningfully to national trade security. A Strategic Move Toward Empowerment This move aligns directly with our values of: Empowerment: Offering growth opportunities from within Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Reducing unemployment risk and supporting Gambian youth Sustainability: Building long-term talent for national development What Roles Do Marshalls Play Our Scanning Marshalls play a vital role in: Operating and overseeing non-intrusive scanning systems Assisting in cargo inspection processes Ensuring compliance and security at our scanning checkpoints Supporting the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) and customs officials These responsibilities are essential in maintaining the integrity of our scanning operations while upholding The Gambia’s trade and revenue frameworks. A Model for Progressive Workforce Development This promotion initiative is a clear example of how private sector entities can lead by example in job creation, upskilling, and sustainable employment practices. Nick TC-Scan continues to be at the forefront of innovation and inclusive growth, particularly in sectors tied to national development and security. “At Nick TC-Scan, we believe in building people while building systems. Today’s promotion is more than a job title—it’s a statement of trust in our people and their potential,” – Management Team, Nick TC-Scan (Gambia) Ltd. Conclusion By investing in our people and recognizing potential within, we’re creating a stronger, more resilient workforce ready to shape the future of trade logistics in The Gambia. We congratulate our newly appointed Marshalls and look forward to their contributions at the heart of operations in Banjul Port.

A high-level delegation from Sierra Leone Customs visits the eTracking Monitoring Office at GRA Banjul, highlighting regional collaboration in trade facilitation and customs modernization.