The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA / The Authority), through its Middle Zonal Office, on Wednesday, 19th and Thursday, 20th November 2025, led members of the Middle Zonal Shipper and Stakeholder Committees on a familiarization visit to the Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal (BILT) site. The engagement formed part of the Authority’s commitment to keeping shippers and stakeholders actively involved and well-informed about major national logistics infrastructure projects that will shape the future of trade and cargo movement across the supply chain.
The Boankra Integrated Logistics Terminal remains one of Ghana’s most transformative trade facilitation projects. When completed, the Terminal will function as an inland port and an international logistics hub linking the seaports of Tema and Takoradi to the middle belt, the northern regions, and neighbouring land linked countries such as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. The facility is expected to offer Customs clearance, bonded warehousing, container handling, and other value-added logistics services closer to cargo owners to significantly improve efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
Deputy CEO in charge of Operations, Prince Henry Ankrah, being briefed during the tour
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Operations at the GSA, Mr. Prince Henry Ankrah, underscored the importance of the visit, stating that it provided an opportunity for shippers and stakeholders to assess progress of the project firsthand, interact directly with project managers, and share feedback that will guide the development of the Terminal’s operational framework.
He encouraged shippers to take ownership of the project, describing BILT as a national asset that will open new economic opportunities for businesses once fully operational. He further urged them to begin preparing their operations, systems, and logistics planning to take advantage of the improved trade facilitation the Terminal will deliver.
Dr. John Koranteng-York, Project consultant for BILT, revealed that Phase One of the Terminal is approximately 80 percent complete and approaching operational readiness. He noted that once operational, BILT is expected to reduce transportation costs by 14 percent for cargo originating from the Takoradi Port and 48 percent for cargo from the Tema Port. The facility will also contribute significantly to decongesting the country’s two major seaports while improving cargo distribution to the northern sector and neighbouring countries.
Dr. Koranteng-York added that the Terminal will eventually be fully integrated into Ghana’s railway grid, an enhancement that will further strengthen cargo movement, reduce road transportation pressure, and support seamless regional trade flows.
Some shippers and stakeholders in a group picture with the GSA Deputy CEO in charge of Operations, Prince Henry Ankrah.
The visit reaffirmed the GSA’s commitment to ensuring that shippers remain central to national logistics development discussions. The Authority will continue to facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions to ensure that the operationalization of BILT reflects the needs and expectations of the shipping community.
