The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has begun discussions with key industry players on measures to improve cargo movement and address operational challenges at the country’s ports.
The Director-General of the GPHA, Major General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, met freight forwarders and other stakeholders to discuss ways of creating a more efficient and reliable port operating environment.
The engagement focused on practical measures that could improve operational efficiency and ensure the smooth movement of cargo through the ports.
Major General Tanye-Kulono outlined initiatives being pursued by the GPHA to address challenges affecting port operations and strengthen the processes supporting cargo clearance and movement.
The meeting brought together representatives of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Meridian Port Services, Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders, Association of Customs House Agents Ghana, Customs Brokers Association of Ghana and Freight Forwarders Association of Ghana.
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Industry representatives welcomed the engagement, commending the GPHA management for creating a platform for direct discussions with stakeholders.
They also pledged their support for efforts aimed at improving efficiency across the port sector.
The GPHA said collaboration with industry stakeholders remains central to its efforts to improve port operations and facilitate trade.
