JM Will Finish Boankra Port – Prof Gyampo Assures Stakeholders

The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has affirmed the John Mahama government’s commitment to ensuring the completion of the Boankra Inland Port project to enhance trade and logistics in Ghana.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of  GSA, Professor Ransford Gyampo, who gave the assurance said in spite of the challenges encountered by similar projects, the government was committed to seeing the Boankra project through to its fruition.

The Boankra Integrated Logistics and Terminal (BILT) project is a flagship initiative designed to provide a comprehensive logistics and transportation hub in Ghana.

The Boankra Inland Port project is expected to have a significant impact on Ghana’s economy, providing a much-needed boost to trade and commerce.

The project, being executed by Justmoh Construction Limited, aims to reduce congestion at the Tema Port, improve efficiency in cargo handling and provide a one-stop logistics facility for importers, exporters and logistics service providers.

Prof. Gyampo, during a monthly site meeting at the Boankra Inland Port, expressed his satisfaction with the progress made so far.

He emphasised that the government is committed to addressing legitimate concerns about the project to ensure its completion on schedule.

The CEO’s assurance comes against the backdrop of Ghana’s chequered history of projects abandoned as a result of changes in government, a situation he believes has impaired the country’s development.

Prof. Gyampo stressed the need for Ghana to move beyond partisan politics when it comes to projects aimed at improving the country’s infrastructural base noting that such projects should be seen as national efforts towards a general developmental agenda and that such initiatives must transcend political divides.

The facility, on completion, will offer a range of services, including warehousing, container storage, and customs clearance, among others. The project is also expected to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the surrounding areas.

As a result, the Ghana Shippers Authority has been working closely with Contractors and Stakeholders to ensure that the project stays on track.

Prof. Gyampo noted that GSA’s collaboration with the contractors, Justmoh Construction Limited and stakeholders was crucial to the project’s success.

The Chief Executive of Justmoh Construction Limited, Dr Justice Amoh, who briefed the GSA CEO about the progress of the project appealed for timely financial disbursements from their client, the Ghana Shippers Authority.

He stated that the current financial constraints have been hindering the progress of the work.

Project Consultant Dr. J.B. Koranteng-Yorke noted that Phase One of the project was nearing completion.

According to him, the contractors would need to add some facilities to ensure that phase one meets international standards.

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