Statistics from the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) indicate that earnings from Non-Traditional Exports (NTEs) increased from $2.84 billion in 2020 to $3.33 billion in 2021. According to the report,
Improved Infrastructure is Key to Ensuring Safety in the Transportation of Dangerous Cargo – SLT Logistics Limited
Despite its highly toxic nature, hazardous materials which in most cases are highly poisonous and harmful to humans and properties, and the environment at large, are often transported on road
The Role of Local Marine Insurance in The Shipping and Logistics Industry; Risk Management System in Safeguarding the Cargo
INTRODUCTION Risk and uncertainty are the two most fundamental facts of life. We all know that the one event which is certain about our lives on this planet is that
Achieving Gender Parity in Maritime Industry: Need to Sustain Momentum
The Women in Maritime of West and Central Africa (WIMOWCA) joined the rest of the world to mark another International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8th March 2023 in Accra, Ghana.
Decarbonizing Shipping: The Role of Energy and Technology
Background In the words of the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, “the world is in a climate crisis and urgent efforts are required to prevent the harsh impact of climate
Western Region: Shippers’ Authority, GUTA Strengthen Ties.
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) and the Ghana Union Traders Association (GUTA), in the Western Region have agreed to enhance their collaboration in promoting the activities of traders in the
Shippers Push for Progressive Talks on High Freight Cost
Importers and Exporters are pushing for consistent talks among continental stakeholders in the shipping and logistics sector over the high cost of freight. According to them, the development is not
Bridging the Industry and Academia Gap, RMU engages Ghana Shippers’ Authority
The Regional Maritime University (RMU) has intensified its efforts to bridge the gap between academia and industry by engaging key stakeholders on measures to address the challenge. The RMU, on
Cargo Insurance Committee to Engage African Counterpart on Rollout
As part of efforts to streamline the rollout of the placement of cargo insurance locally by importers in Ghana, the Cargo Insurance Committee made up of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority
Kumasi: Shippers Request Seminars to Boost Operational Efficiency
Shippers in the Ashanti Region have called for more seminars on operational efficiency to help reduce the cost of business. According to them, such seminars are crucial in these times