On 10 September of this year, the 13th Company Agreement was signed between the Management of Portos do Norte, S.A. and SINPOCAF. This agreement strengthens the relationship between the company's Management and the trade union, while establishing the benefits that employees will be entitled to during its one-year term.
The signing of the agreement was preceded by several rounds of negotiations held at both the Portos do Norte offices in Nacala and its delegation in Maputo. During these negotiations, SINPOCAF presented its initial proposal, outlining its requests and the provisions to be reviewed. The discussions resulted in an agreement on the percentage of salary increases for employees, as well as the renewal of other benefits, including meal allowances, cash-handling allowances, hazardous work allowances, among others.
The Management of Portos do Norte was represented at the highest level, with the agreement signed by Dr. Fernando Couto and Dr. Leonilde Loide Bazar, in their respective capacities as Chairman of the Executive Committee and Director of Administration and Human Resources.
On behalf of the trade union, the agreement was signed by Mr. Ângelo Luís Fernando, in his capacity as Secretary, together with Ms. Cheila Vitória Santos and Mr.
Atumane Quinane. Dr. Fernando Amado Leite Couto stated that the agreement reflects Portos do Norte's commitment to open dialogue and to achieving a balance between employees' interests and the sustainability of the business.
During his address, Dr. Fernando Couto also expressed his appreciation and highlighted the active involvement of the Trade Union Committee and all participants in the negotiation process, emphasising the importance of continuing to build a positive working environment that contributes to the well-being of employees.
