As a general contractor, I have worked with Proman for a number of years. Let me say straight off that Proman's relevance in T&T has a serious bearing on the current and future development of the energy and industrial sectors. In addition to job creation, they have also contributed to the success of many of our local companies, including contractors and construction companies, not only financially, but also through job creation. We employ just about 1,200 and, during times of construction, this number would usually double. It is because of Proman's willingness to employ local workers and companies that this occurs.
Additionally, we have had to work to standards that sadly are generally deficient in many of our local companies but, by working with Proman, the standards of efficiency, productivity and safety that they expect from a particular job has greatly enhanced our ability to deliver a quality product at a truly world-class level. The apparent apprehension with Proman's new relationship in Methanol Holdings (Trinidad) Ltd (MHTL), can be met with suspicion because we are talking about an internationally renowned company. Proman has admittedly been beneficial to our country in terms of experienced project management and plant construction, funding and financial support, and successful international marketing.
Additionally, they have contributed in a meaningful way through the creation of employment opportunities to local workers, skilled and unskilled. A hallmark of Proman's work ethic is their ability to consistently deliver projects on-time and within budget. In stark contrast to Government's track record of ownership of industrial companies, we believe that with Proman's management of MHTL and the future outlook of the industry, we see nothing but good things in store for the company, and by extension, our nation. All that is needed is for both parties to come to a consensus on each others' involvement in this venture ensuring that advantages to be derived will benefit us locally.
Naresh Ramsingh
Point Lisas