By Evelyn ARTHUR
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has officially rolled out 24-hour operations at the ports of Tema and Takoradi, aligning with the presidential directive to establish a 24-hour economy.
This significant step enhances the efficiency of Ghana’s maritime trade by extending round-the-clock services to key terminals, including Terminal 2, Transit, Reefer, and the Golden Jubilee Terminal, complementing the already operational 24-hour ship-side activities.
Speaking at an event to mark the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Day, the Director of Port of Tema, Tebon Zumah Esq., in a speech read on behalf of the Director-General of GPHA, Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono emphasized the connection between the national theme and GPHA’s institutional transformation.
He called on staff to adopt innovative approaches to support Ghana’s development agenda, particularly in response to the presidential directive for a 24-hour economy. “While our ship-side operations have always run 24 hours, the directive challenges us to deepen this commitment by extending seamless services to shorehandling and allied processes,” Zumah stated.
The expanded 24-hour operations at Tema and Takoradi ports mark a pivotal moment for GPHA, as terminals like transit, reefer, and Golden Jubilee now facilitate round-the-clock deliveries. This development is expected to streamline cargo handling, reduce turnaround times, and boost Ghana’s competitiveness as a maritime hub in West Africa.
In a symbolic close to the National Day of Prayer event, Mr. Zumah officially declared the Port of Tema a fully 24-hour port, signaling GPHA’s unwavering commitment to driving national productivity. The move underscores the authority’s readiness to support Ghana’s economic ambitions, fostering a more dynamic and accessible port system for businesses and stakeholders.
As GPHA continues to align its operations with the national vision, the 24-hour port services are poised to enhance trade efficiency and contribute significantly to Ghana’s prosperity. The inaugural National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving at the Port of Tema was held under the theme ‘Reflect, Reset, and Renew for National Prosperity’. The gathering brought together management, staff, and clergy for a program of scripture readings, intercessory prayers, and thanksgiving hymns.
