An Intensive 10-day Training Course
Environmental and Social Safeguards &
Stakeholder Management in Port Expansion Projects
Focus on Dredging, Dumping (Disposal of dredged material) and
Sand Harvesting
Environmental and Social Safeguards & Stakeholder Management in Port Expansion Projects
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Why Choose this Training Course?
This Environmental and Social Safeguards & Stakeholder Management in Port Expansion Projects training course provides participants with in-depth knowledge of how environmental and social considerations are embedded within the planning, design, and implementation of large-scale maritime infrastructure projects. As global trade and logistics expand, ports are under increasing scrutiny to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability and community wellbeing.
The training course explores international best practices, compliance frameworks, and stakeholder management strategies essential for sustainable port expansion. Participants will gain the ability to assess environmental and social risks, apply safeguard policies, and foster transparent stakeholder relationships that support project approval, funding, and long-term success.
This training course will highlight:
- Environmental and social safeguard requirements in major infrastructure projects
- International standards including IFC, World Bank, and Equator Principles
- Environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) frameworks for ports
- Practical strategies for stakeholder mapping, engagement, and communication
- Balancing environmental performance with operational efficiency and growth
Who is this Training Course for?
- Environmental and social officers
- Project managers and engineers
- Environmental consultants and EIA practitioners
- Representatives of port authorities, NGOs, and regulatory agencies
How will this Training Course be Presented?
- Interactive lectures and presentations
- Case studies and group discussions
- Role-playing and simulation exercises
- Field visits (if possible)
- Practical sessions on stakeholder engagement and monitoring tools
Daily Agenda
Day One: Introduction and Context Setting
- Welcome and course objectives
- Overview of port expansion and marine infrastructure projects
- Importance of environmental and social safeguards
- Key environmental challenges in dredging and sand harvesting
- Legal and policy framework (international, regional, and national)
- World Bank/IFC Performance Standards
- African Development Bank E&S Safeguards
- National Environmental Management Regulations
Day Two: Environmental Impacts of Dredging and Dumping
- Types of dredging and dredged material
- Environmental impacts on marine ecosystems, water quality, and sediment dynamics
- Assessment and mitigation of turbidity, noise, and contamination
- Best practices for dredged material management and reuse
- Case study: Sustainable dredging programs in major ports
Day Three: Sand Harvesting – Environmental and Social Considerations
- Ecological and geomorphological effects of sand mining
- Impact on fisheries, biodiversity, and coastal erosion
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process for sand harvesting projects
- Monitoring and enforcement of sustainable extraction practices
Day Four: Social Impacts and Community Livelihoods
- Social dimensions of dredging and sand harvesting
- Impacts on local communities, fishermen, and informal livelihoods
- Social Impact Assessment (SIA) methodology
- Development of Livelihood Restoration and Resettlement Action Plans (RAPs)
- Gender and vulnerable groups inclusion
Day Five: Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs)
- Key components of an ESMP for port projects
- Mitigation hierarchy: Avoid–Minimize–Mitigate–Compensate
- Environmental monitoring indicators
- Reporting and compliance mechanisms
- Integration of E&S safeguards in project planning and contracts
Day Six: Stakeholder Identification and Analysis
- Mapping stakeholders in port expansion projects
- Tools for stakeholder analysis (Power-Interest Matrix, Influence Mapping, etc.)
- Understanding stakeholder needs, perceptions, and power dynamics
- Conflict sensitivity and engagement strategies
Day Seven: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Strategies
- Designing stakeholder engagement plans
- Principles of effective consultation and participation
- Public disclosure and grievance redress mechanisms
- Handling difficult stakeholders and community conflicts
- Communication planning and feedback loops
Day Eight: Institutional and Regulatory Coordination
- Institutional roles: Port Authorities, National Environment Management Authority, Ministry, local governments, NGOs
- Inter-agency coordination and permitting processes
- Compliance monitoring and enforcement
- Environmental audits and performance evaluation
Day Nine: Case Studies and Practical Exercises
- Review of international best practices (e.g., Port of Rotterdam, Singapore, Lagos Deep Sea Port)
- Group exercise: Develop an ESMP and stakeholder engagement plan for a simulated port expansion project
- Presentation and peer review
- Lessons learned from real-world dredging, dumping (disposal of dredged material) and sand mining operations
Day Ten: Field Visit / Wrap-Up and Evaluation
- Field visit to a dredging, disposal areas and sand harvesting site (if possible)
- Observation of E&S management measures in practice
- Debrief and reflection session
- Course evaluation and participant feedback
- Certification ceremony
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
