The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) and the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in order to address the operational challenges faced by commercial shippers across the country.
The commitment between the two State Agencies was underscored during a courtesy call by a delegation from GEPA, led by its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur, on the CEO of the GSA, Professor Ransford Gyampo.
The meeting, which took place on Thursday, 13 February 2025, at the Shippers’ House in Accra, saw both CEOs congratulating each other and exchanging well wishes.
During the discussions, Professor Ransford Gyampo highlighted the crucial role of exports in Ghana’s economic growth. He emphasised that, “The more we export, the better it is for the economy because export is one of the key avenues through which the nation’s Balance of Payment deficit can be effectively addressed. Consequently, we need to work together to improve the fortunes of the economy.”
Mr Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur, in his remarks, proposed the establishment of a joint committee comprising representatives from both GEPA and GSA to drive continuous engagement, and dialogue on challenges that confront shippers, and thereby devise strategies for their prompt resolution. This strategy, he opined would ultimately catalyze business growth in the export sector.
He stated, “We need to engage in regular discussions to identify and address the bottlenecks facing stakeholders in the industry. For both institutions, shippers are a common stakeholder. While GEPA seeks to secure market opportunities for them, the GSA plays a critical role in ensuring smooth and efficient shipment processes.”
Following their deliberations, the two CEOs reiterated their dedication to working collaboratively with all stakeholders in the shipping and logistics industry. They
expressed their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the interests of Ghanaian shippers and enhancing the country’s trade competitiveness on the global stage.
