In a significant move to bolster the operational efficiency and strategic development of Ghana’s maritime sector, the Minister of Transport, Hon. Joseph Bukari Nikpe accompanied by the Ag. Director General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono conducted an official tour of Meridian Port Services Ltd. (MPS) at the Tema Port.

The delegation, which included senior management of both the Ministry and the GPHA were warmly received by the Senior Management Team of MPS and a Shareholder Representative Mr. Lars Vang Christensen. The visit provided the Minister with first-hand knowledge and experience of the state-of-the-art facilities at MPS Terminal 3. The visit began with a comprehensive presentation by Chief Operations Officer of MPS, Mr. Curtiss Dakpogan who detailed the terminal’s advanced technological infrastructure, operational capabilities, and its pivotal role in boosting Ghana’s trade and logistics.

Following the presentation, the Minister and the Ag. Director General were taken on an extensive tour of the terminal. They observed the high-efficiency container handling systems, the expansive storage facilities, and the seamless integration of logistics operations that position the Tema Port as a leading hub in the West African sub-region.

The Minister expressed satisfaction with the progress and commended the collaborative efforts between MPS, GPHA, and other stakeholders in driving the port’s development. “We are glad to have MPS as a partner and happy to see the good works being done. The vision this government had, has come to fruition and is serving the Ghanaian economy. We also commend you for the partnership that is making Tema Port the best. We want to use you as one of the models to invite more private partners to support us. We urge you to do more and look forward to the access roads that will ease cargo transportation and traffic,” the Minister stated.

Mr. Lars Vang Christensen, representing the shareholders, reaffirmed their commitment to the partnership. “As shareholders, we firmly believe that we can further enhance the partnership and look forward to expanding our commitment. We think it is an opportunity for H.E. John Mahama to drive more business to Ghana, and we are happy to assist,” he said.

The visit concluded with a commitment from the Ministry of Transport and GPHA to continue supporting initiatives that enhance the operational efficiency and competitiveness of Ghana’s ports. The assurance was given that the government is thinking of resetting Ghana and believes that MPS is one of the partners to realize the President’s vision of a 24-hour economy.