(BOLLORE) - After a 20-year career at various Bolloré Transport & Logistics subsidiaries in Africa, Pierre Ngon has since 1 September 2020 been the Managing Director of the Benin/Niger cluster of Bolloré Transport & Logistics. Succeeding Jérôme Binois, he will be responsible for the logistics and shipping activities in the two countries, under the supervision of Executive President Venance Gnigla for Benin.

A Cameroon national, Pierre Ngon, 47, is an expert in transport and logistics. He held a number of financial functions in Cameroon before being promoted to Managing Director of Bolloré Transport & Logistics in Equatorial Guinea in 2013 and in Niger in 2017.

Holding a Master’s in Management Sciences with a major in Finance and Accounting from the University of Douala, Pierre Ngon possesses in-depth knowledge of the African continent and has developed robust managerial skills over his career. As part of his new responsibilities, he will oversee the development of logistics activities in the corridor between the Port of Cotonou in Benin and Niger. Harnessing his knowledge of the market and addressing the needs of import and export customers, he will develop innovative and agile solutions adapted to the needs of local and international customers.

“I am extremely proud to join the teams at the Benin/Niger cluster of Bolloré Transport & Logistics. The employees are passionate about their work and the challenges for our company are considerable. Together, we will continue to develop business activities, bring our customers competitive solutions and contribute to the social and economic growth of these two magnificent countries,” said Pierre Ngon, Managing Director of the Benin/Niger cluster of Bolloré Transport & Logistics.

About the Bolloré Transport & Logistics Benin/Niger cluster

Bolloré Transport & Logistics is a leading logistics player in Benin and Niger. A specialist in end-to-end logistics, Bolloré Transport & Logistics ensures the transport, storage, warehousing and delivery of goods from the Port of Cotonou. As an expert in shipping agency services and an approved customs agent, the company brings its customers maritime and air solutions for imports and exports as well as bespoke logistics solutions. Holding ISO 9001:2015 certification, Bolloré Transport & Logistics in Benin and Niger currently employs 350 people and leads initiatives in favour of local populations in partnership with NGOs. www.bollore-transport-logistics.com