Karpowership in Ghana: Delivering reliable power,  driving sustainable growth

Since docking in Ghana in 2015, Karpowership’s Ka­radeniz Powership Osman Khan has become a corner­stone of the country’s energy supply consistently delivering reliable electricity to power homes, businesses, and indus­tries.

As the first floating pow­er plant to serve Ghana, the Powership brought with it an innovative solution to a press­ing national challenge and has remained a trusted partner in Ghana’s energy journey ever since.

In 2019, Karpowership made a landmark decision by relocat­ing its 470 MW Karadeniz Pow­ership Osman Khan from Tema to the Sekondi Naval Base in the Western Region. This move enabled the switch from heavy fuel oil (HFO) to cleaner, locally sourced natural gas. The result? Substantial cost savings for Ghana, reduced reliance on imported fuel, and lower elec­tricity generation costs helping to ease the financial burden on government and improve tariff stability for consumers.

Karpowership’s unique plug-and-play model offers rapid de­ployment unmatched by tradi­tional land-based power plants. With no need for extensive construction or land acquisition, each Powership is deployed and connected to the national grid within weeks. This ability to re­spond swiftly to urgent energy needs has made Karpowership a trusted partner during periods of power shortfalls delivering immediate relief and long-term stability.

High efficiency,

multi-fuel technology

Equipped with advanced dual-fuel engines and gas tur­bines, Karpowership’s floating power plants operate efficiently on a variety of fuels, including natural gas (NG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and low-sul­fur HFO. This fuel flexibility ensures uninterrupted power generation, cost-effective oper­ations, and optimal adaptation to Ghana’s changing energy landscape.

Each Powership is a fully self-contained energy facility. With onboard fuel storage, high-voltage substations, staff accommodation, and mainte­nance workshops, these vessels minimise the need for external infrastructure. This not only reduces environmental impact but also accelerates power delivery—providing dependable electricity directly to the grid.

A key contributor to Ghana’s energy security

Today, Karpowership pro­vides around 12 per cent of Ghana’s total electricity supply, powering homes, businesses, and industries across the coun­try. Its commitment to efficien­cy, reliability, and sustainability has helped strengthen the na­tional grid and drive economic growth.

A vision for a brighter

energy future

Karpowership’s contribution goes beyond power generation. The company is a committed partner in Ghana’s develop­ment, focused on delivering affordable and sustainable ener­gy solutions that uplift commu­nities and support long-term national goals. With innovation at the heart of its operations, Karpowership is proud to play a vital role in building a resilient and future-ready energy sector for Ghana.

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